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Lose 100+ pounds and maintain your weight loss

How to Lose 100+ Pounds and Keep it Off

When you need to lose 100+ pounds, getting started on a weight loss plan can be daunting. Most of our patients tell us that the weight gain happened over a period of several years, but it is one triggering event that acts as a “wake-up call” to their health. They might’ve held a little extra […]
1 year ago
How to lose weight without exercising after bariatric surgery

How to Lose Weight After Bariatric Surgery Without Exercising

After bariatric surgery, strenuous exercise can be very challenging depending on your mobility. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t lead a healthy life. Thankfully, there are ways you can lose weight without exercise after bariatric surgery and without following an intense workout routine. We put together the following advice to help you lose weight when […]
1 year ago
Obesity and Pregnancy Complications

How Obesity Can Result in Pregnancy Complications

There is a strong link between obesity and pregnancy complications which can lead to long term health concerns for both the mother and the baby. Women who are overweight and looking to become pregnant may be at risk of pregnancy and delivery complications. These complications come when a mother is considered overweight before becoming pregnant. […]
Dr. January Hill Weight Loss Surgeon Georgia
1 year ago
Habits that are ruining your metabolism

7 Lifestyle Habits that Ruin Your Metabolism

Metabolism is the chemical process of converting calories into energy, otherwise known as how fast your body will burn the calories you consume. Having a high metabolism correlates to a better ability to lose weight and keep weight off.   Several biological and physiological factors (gender, age, body composition, genetics) contribute to the rate at which […]
Dr. Mike Blaney Weight Loss Surgeon Georgia
2 years ago
Motivation to Workout after Bariatric Surgery

How to Find the Motivation to Workout after Bariatric Surgery

Exercise is essential for keeping your body moving and functioning, especially after bariatric surgery. Several studies show that the body was designed to move and works best when it is active; otherwise, a sedentary lifestyle can weaken the muscles, heart, and lungs and lead to bone deterioration, joint stiffness, and more. Unfortunately, many people lack the motivation […]
2 years ago
fatty liver disease and obesity

The Link Between Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Obesity

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and obesity are strongly correlated. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition in which an individual has excess fat stored in the liver cells. As the name suggests, this type of fatty liver disease is not caused by excessive alcohol consumption but instead is a result of excess weight. Non-alcoholic […]
Dr. Mike Blaney Weight Loss Surgeon Georgia
2 years ago
blood clots after bariatric surgery

Blood Clots after Bariatric Surgery

Like any major surgical procedure, there is a risk of blood clots after bariatric surgery that could lead to serious health concerns if not addressed early on. A blood clot is a clump of blood that forms in the arteries (which carry blood away from the heart) or the veins (which carry blood to the […]
Dr. Mike Blaney Weight Loss Surgeon Georgia
2 years ago
Obesity and Cancer Link

Obesity and Cancer: What’s the Connection?

There is a significant link between obesity and cancer that many people do not appreciate. Diabetes and heart disease have links to obesity that many people understand. But cancer, a word no one wants to hear, is rarely discussed as a complication of obesity. Did you know, obesity increases your risk of 13 different cancers?   […]
Dr. Mike Blaney Weight Loss Surgeon Georgia
2 years ago
Diabetes Treatment Options

Treating Diabetes Through Lifestyle Changes

The primary goal of diabetes treatment and management is to manage the blood sugar/glucose levels better while avoiding drops in the glucose levels to the degree that the patient develops symptomatic hypoglycemia.  Diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death worldwide and is the most expensive long-term disease to treat. In the US, where the […]
Dr. Mike Blaney Weight Loss Surgeon Georgia
2 years ago
Diabetes Management with Medications

Treating Diabetes Through Medication Therapy

The primary goal of diabetes treatment and management is to keep the blood sugar/glucose levels as close to a normal range as possible (around 100 mg/dl) while avoiding drops in the glucose level to the degree that the patient develops symptomatic hypoglycemia. The techniques to accomplish this center around lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, weight loss, […]
Dr. Mike Blaney Weight Loss Surgeon Georgia
2 years ago