Between 1975 and 2016, the prevalence of obesity across the world tripled. But nowhere did its prevalence expand more than in the United States, where the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions estimates that 41.9 percent of all people are now obese. Obesity is a disease that can lead to other health conditions such as heart disease, stroke, Type 2 […]
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The Wider Impact: The Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery Beyond the Scale
Discussing how weight loss surgery can lead to improvements in conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, enhancing overall well-beingAt 41, Amy Semanie is starting over. Recently divorced, she has gone back to school to begin working toward a degree in psychology, and for the first time in years, she’s paying close attention to her own personal health and wellness. “It’s all part of what I call my life change,” Amy confirms. “I’m in the gym a lot […]
Gastric Sleeve Surgery: A Lifesaver for Weight Loss
Mark Harmer's journey from obesity to health through gastric sleeve surgeryIn his early 50s, Mark Harmer started gaining weight. The extra pounds on his 5-foot-8-inch frame came on gradually. In a decade, he changed from being somewhat overweight to definitely obese, according to body mass index charts. “I felt uncomfortable. Outside, I would feel warmer than I might have normally because of my weight. It was harder getting in and […]