Posted - January 12, 2010
Bariatric Surgery for Older Patients
In the past, there has been concern that bariatric surgery is too dangerous for obese patients over the age of 65; however, a recent comparison study has shown that the risk of bariatric surgery is actually comparable between older and younger patients. Learn More
Posted - January 5, 2010
Gastric Bypass Good for the Heart
A recent study suggests that bariatric surgery may provide more than the cosmetic benefit of looking thinner - "it may also reduce the Learn More
Posted - December 15, 2009
Low-Fat Diet may be Better for your Mood
New research suggests that while there may be more than one way to lose weight, only one diet plan will help you improve your mood while Learn More
Posted - December 11, 2009
Duodenal Switch Outperforms Gastric Bypass
New research suggests that duodenal switch surgery is more effective at reducing obesity-related health problems than gastric bypass Learn More
Posted - December 10, 2009
Bariatric Surgery May Improve Coronary Atherosclerosis
Bariatric surgery has been proven to be effective as a way to battle obesity. But it may also decrease your risk for coronary Learn More
Posted - November 25, 2009
Home Environment Boosts Weight Loss
New research suggests that your home environment may play a big role in whether or not you can successfully lose weight and maintain Learn More
