Sunday, March 20, 2011

Diabetes Patients: You Don't Have to Gain Weight for Lap Band

For many people, obesity is a problem that affects their lives on a daily basis. More importantly, obesity has adverse affects on a person's health. According to the CDC, a person who is obese is 3-4 times more likely to develop diabetes than a person who is not. This terrifying statistic has led people to consider their weight-loss options, and weigh the advantages of living a healthy lifestyle against the disadvantages of carrying around extra weight.
For many, bariatric surgery seems like the only option. From the gastric bypass procedure, to a duodenal switch, many people are frightened of the idea of undergoing major surgery. The risks of these surgeries are life changing, and sometimes result in infection and death. But some find

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