Obesity and Heart Disease: What’s the connection?
The outbreak of obesity has become widely known worldwide, with many nations having seen a rise in obesity rates since the 1980s. Obesity is a direct contributor to the development of many health conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and sleep disorders. So, it is commonly accepted that being overweight can have a negative effect on one's heart health. There is a significant amount of clinical
Can obesity lead to Sleep Apnea ? How can Bariatric Surgery help it ?
When a person has sleep apnea, their natural sleep cycle is disrupted as they stop breathing for a brief period of time (stops breathing for a few seconds) while they are asleep. In addition to having symptoms like snoring, gasping, or choking while they sleep, people with this disorder frequently wake up feeling tired and unrefreshed. The cause of obstructive sleep apnea can be attributed to various reasons such as obesity,
Keto diet vs bariatric Surgery: Can They Replace One Another?
The keto diet, the recent approach for weight loss, has become popular and a viable option for many people looking to reduce extra calories these days. However, a major question for bariatric surgery patients is whether a keto diet can be a suitable substitute for the surgery. A keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat dietary pattern that favors the use of fat as energy. It means, it primarily limits carbohydrate intake
Loose skin after Bariatric Surgery – What to know?
If you are considering weight loss surgery in Hyderabad, you are likely dreaming of the transformations your body will undergo: losing weight, more visible curves, and feeling more vibrant. You may also think of the foods you can enjoy, the clothes that will fit and the activities you can participate in. In the process, you may also think of the concerns about the possibilities for loose skin following bariatric surgery as
Gastric Balloon vs Lap Band
Gastric balloons and lap bands are two revolutionary weight-loss procedures with advanced technology. The gastric balloon is a minimally invasive procedure where a deflated balloon is inserted into the stomach and then filled with a sterile saline solution. As a result of this procedure, a person consumes less food. A lap band is a more invasive procedure, where a band is placed around the top of the stomach to create