Have You Done Your Weight Loss Research?

According to the CDC, one-third of American adults are obese. Obesity increases the risk of potentially life-threatening diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. These diseases can make normal daily activities difficult and significantly decrease life expectancy.

The WHO reports that between 2013 and 2016, the average bariatric surgery patient had a BMI of more than 49 and weighed 300 pounds. Bariatric surgery helps patients who have been unable to lose weight using diet and exercise alone. This procedure allows them to lose a significant amount of weight and maintain that loss.

When combined with exercise, healthful eating, and social support, bariatric surgery can help patients overcome excess weight struggles and improve other health conditions.

Benefits of Bariatric Surgery, by the Numbers

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery asserts approximately 256,000 people underwent bariatric surgery in 2019. They also report around 90% of patients lose 50% excess body weight and keep it off long-term.

According to research published in the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, the following percentage of patients experienced improved or complete resolution of these health conditions following laparoscopic gastric bypass:

A Lighter, Healthier You - Take the Next Step

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