How to Overcome the Hurdles of Weight Loss: In the last 20 years, the prevalence of obesity continues to increase among adults in the United States. In 1999-2000, about 30 percent of adults were considered obese, according to data from the CDC. Today, that number tops 42 percent. These increasing
Act sooner than later to achieve diabetes remission with Bariatric Surgery Those of us who practice bariatric surgery enjoy this field of surgery because we cure more diseases with one operation than any other field of medicine or surgery. One of the most important outcomes for a great many of
With all the digital advertising and breathless discoveries announced by the pharmaceutical industry, you’d be forgiven for thinking that we had made some progress in treating type 2 diabetes. But the disturbing truth is that 30 million Americans battle type 2 diabetes today, and the number is climbing rapidly. Another
Exercise, or physical activity, includes anything that gets you moving, such as walking, biking, or swimming. Regular physical activity is important for everyone, but it is crucial for people with diabetes and those at risk for diabetes. Diabetes is a problem with your body that causes blood glucose (sugar) levels
The decision to undergo weight loss surgery is a complicated one, which is why it should also be an informed one. Patients who arrive at these crossroads often face more than just extra weight. Co-morbidities associated with obesity include diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and other chronic medical conditions. One of
There is no doubt that for the vast majority of patients with type 2 diabetes, bariatric (or, as some surgeons prefer to call it, “metabolic”) surgery, can lead to marked improvement and even remission of diabetes. A paper published in The Lancet by Geltrude Mingrone and colleagues shows that even
