Hunger: How Do Bariatric Surgery and Weight Loss Injections Help Manage Hunger?
Hunger: How Do Bariatric Surgery and Weight Loss Injections Help Manage Hunger? Hunger plays a significant role in our daily lives, affecting our food choices, cravings, and overall weight management. For individuals struggling with obesity or weight-related health issues, hunger can be a constant challenge. Fortunately, medical advancements have introduced effective interventions like weight loss surgery and medications to help manage hunger and promote successful weight loss journeys. When getting weight loss...
Semaglutide B12: Effective Weight Loss Prescription Injections
Losing weight can be a challenging journey for many individuals. Total Medical Weight Loss is here to help. Our team understands the challenges you face and is ready to provide a personalized solution. With the option of a convenient Telehealth visit, we can prescribe B12 semaglutide injections tailored to your specific needs at an affordable price. If you have struggled to achieve your weight loss goals through traditional methods and have a BMI over 35 or are facing obesity-related health risks, you may be...
Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery: Is Weight Loss Surgery Right for You? Everything You Should Know
At Total Medical Weight Loss, we understand that losing weight can be a challenging and frustrating process, especially if traditional methods such as diet and exercise have not been effective. Weight loss surgery may be an option to consider for those struggling with obesity, but it’s important to understand who makes a good candidate for the procedure and what to consider before making a decision. Who Makes a Good Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery? Candidates considered for weight loss surgery are...
Lifestyle Changes and Maintenance After Bariatric Surgery: What You Should Know
Bariatric surgery, including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass, can be an effective tool for achieving significant weight loss and improving overall health. However, the procedure is just one step in a journey toward a healthier lifestyle. After surgery, it’s important to make ongoing lifestyle changes and commit to long-term maintenance to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Here are some lifestyle changes and maintenance requirements to consider after undergoing bariatric surgery: Lifestyle Changes...
Obesity in America
Total Medical Weight Loss Surgery: An Overview of Obesity in America Obesity is a growing problem in America and around the world. The latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveal that over 42% of American adults are considered obese, based on a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. This equates to over 100 million people affected by this chronic disease. [CDC] The health risks associated with obesity are well documented and include an increased risk of heart...
Gastric Bypass v. Sleeve Gastrectomy
If you’re considering weight loss surgery, whether you only have twenty pounds to lose or are looking for a more significant change, it is important to know what options are available to you. There are a few different types of weight loss surgery, but the two most common procedures are gastric bypass and a sleeve gastrectomy (otherwise known as gastric sleeve). Both options pose their own benefits and drawbacks, so before you settle on your surgeon or surgery, use this article to learn more about each. What is a...