‘Biggest Loser’ Winner Shows Off Tummy Tuck gwhqadmin November 24, 2011 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment Biggest Loser winner Olivia Ward opted for a tummy tuck to remove excess skin after shedding 116 pounds. See her journey and dramatic transformation....
UK Quietly Disbands Government Obesity Panel gwhqadmin November 22, 2011 Breaking WLS News Obesity rates continue to rise across the UK at a startling pace, so why did government leaders disband the panel tasked with tackling obesity in Britain?...
Exercise May Counteract Obesity Gene gwhqadmin November 9, 2011 Breaking WLS News Regular, moderate physical activity can curb the impact of the obesity gene, a new study shows....
Gastric Bypass Surgery Benefits Endure for Diabetes Patients gwhqadmin October 19, 2011 Breaking WLS News 1 Comment Gastric bypass surgery delivers long-term benefits for individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study that followed bariatric patients over a six-year period....
Weight Loss Surgery Improves Heart Health gwhqadmin October 18, 2011 Breaking WLS News Weight loss surgery can resolve high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease, according to a review of three medical studies that underscored the metabolic benefits of bariatric surgery....
Obesity Increases Health Risks for Teenage Girls gwhqadmin October 17, 2011 Breaking WLS News Obesity is more harmful to the health of teenage girls, who have a three-fold higher risk of high blood pressure and increased risk of a future heart attack or stroke, according to a new study....
Obese People Have Slower Fat Turnover gwhqadmin October 4, 2011 Breaking WLS News Obese people have a slower turnover rate for the fat in their body than average weight individuals, new research shows, making it harder for them to shed excess pounds....
Weight Loss Surgery Patients Rarely Have Excess Skin Removed gwhqadmin October 3, 2011 Breaking WLS News Weight loss surgery patients often suffer from the discomfort and embarrassment of excess skin after shedding a lot of weight. Even so, the majority do not have body contouring surgery to address the issue, a...