Nonsurgical Procedure Helped Patients Lose 20% Of Their Body Weight
New data shows effective long-term weight loss outcomes for people who have the endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) procedure. The minimally invasive weight loss procedure, also known as the accordion procedure, could offer hope for those who can’t or don’t want to undergo traditional bariatric surgery. The data is part of the first long-term study on […]
How Much Protein Do You Need For Weight Loss
Low-carb, vegetarian, Mediterranean — whatever your diet, it’s important to get enough protein. Although research hasn’t yet pinpointed one perfect formula, experts say that the typical “recommended” daily minimums aren’t optimal, and that it helps to factor in your weight loss and activity level to determine how much protein you personally need. A good baseline […]
Hernia Surgery: Types, Risks, Surgery & Recovery
A hernia is a condition that usually affects the abdominal area of the human body. Due to a lack of elasticity or tightness of the abdominal wall, an abdominal organ or internal tissue often slips from its place. This usually happens around the region of the groin, upper stomach, belly button or the surrounding areas. […]
5 Things to Know about Sleeve Gastrectomy
Sleeve gastrectomy, gastric sleeve surgery, or vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) is a restrictive procedure aimed to facilitate weight loss by reducing the size of the stomach, which reduces the food intake capacity of an individual and also reduces the hunger causing hormones. In a sleeve gastrectomy surgery, the surgeon removes a portion of your stomach […]
5 Rules That Actually Work If You’re Trying To Lose Weight
This week we’re serving up 5 rules that actually work if you’re trying to lose weight. From myths about snacking to sleeping in a cool room, here are the 5 things you can implement in your daily life to help you right now. 1. Eat meals, not snacks A new study found those who ate […]
Answering Commonly Asked Questions about Gastric Bypass Surgery
A large number of people around the world are paying the price for obesity. A disease like any other, except its worn on the outside, it not only restricts a person’s ability to carry our daily tasks, it also increases the risk of various life-threatening disorders such as type-2 diabetes, cardiovascular problems, hypertension, and sleep […]
How To Pick A Diet?
A central factor in maintaining or losing weight is your diet – how much you eat and what you eat matters. There are many diets out there, and most of them promise fast and permanent results. But the fact is – any diet that helps you take in less calories will work. The most effective […]
All You Need to Know about Duodenal Switch Surgery
Obesity, in any magnitude, can be a gateway to a series of health problems, some of which can be life-threatening. There are different procedures and techniques to treat obesity. Many are familiar with procedures like a gastric sleeve or gastric bypass surgery. Duodenal Switch (DS) surgery is also a kind of option you can use […]
Is Robotic Surgery the Future of Bariatric Procedures?
Compared to traditional surgery, robotic surgery, or robot-assisted surgery, offers better visualization, precision and control to the surgeon. The technology has opened up new surgical possibilities in minimally invasive surgery, especially when it comes to weight loss or bariatric surgery. The bariatric surgeons at DFW Bariatrics and General Surgery, for instance, leverage advanced robotic systems […]
Surgery in the US Is Safer Now Than Ever!
Surgery of any kind is still a major medical procedure, but thanks to technological innovations, better information sharing, and more thorough training, it is now safer than ever in history. Traditionally, surgery was performed with crude medical instruments, poor hygiene, and no anesthesia for patients. Death or serious injury after surgery, mostly from infection, were […]