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Sep
There are several different types of hernias including ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and hiatal hernias.A ventral hernia is a defect in the abdominal wall. There are several layers to your abdominal wall and the hernia involves a weakening in the layers beneath the skin. Thi...
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Sep
Technology; what a wonderful, and rapidly evolving, thing in our lives. Who doesn’t love technology? Over the last century, technology has changed rapidly, making multiple facets of our life “easier;” but, is this “easier” also making us lazier and ultimately less active, increas...
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Sep
At some point, you have probably been told to “eat your vegetables”. Have you ever considered why? Vegetables have been a major part of dietary intake for thousands of years. These foods provide us with many benefits. They are visually appealing in a variety of colors, shapes, an...
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Sep
Your weight loss and health journey doesn’t stop after you’ve completed your gastric bypass or other weight loss surgery. In fact, your journey’s just barely begun. Losing weight, maintaining your weight loss, and living a healthy lifestyle often takes patience, dedication, and p...
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Sep
This is such a great time of the year for sports. College basketball is finishing up, NHL playoffs are going on, and baseball is starting, and there is always something great to watch. It’s amazing what these athletes are able to do. Something that seldom gets thought about thoug...
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Sep
Vitamin D deficiency is a common clinical problem that we hear about in the general population. It is also common after bariatric surgery. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential in making sure that we absorb the calcium we are consuming. Also providing bone an...
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Sep
If you have had a Gastric Bypass, or are considering having one, you have definitely heard the staff of our clinic tell you to discontinue all NSAIDs after surgery. Here’s the reason why…What are NSAIDs?First, let’s identify what NSAIDs are. NSAID stands for Nonsteroidal anti-inf...
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Sep
Going through weight loss surgery is a big decision, and in order to make the most of your surgery after it’s complete, you’ll need to adopt lifestyle changes and new habits to help you stay healthy. While it can be a lot of work, maintaining your weight loss after surgery doesn’...
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Sep
Bones. We all have them, so let’s take care of them. Osteoporosis, or bone loss, is a disease where the bone loses its density and becomes fragile.Factors that contribute to bone loss: Age Genetics Medical Conditions Medications Lifestyle Habits (i.e. smoking and drinking alcohol...
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Sep
There are many reasons why an obese person should consider weight loss surgery. Having surgery can treat or prevent critical diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, and even cancers. In addition to this, if you are obese and frequently encounter he...
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