FIV y pérdida de peso no quirúrgica: el camino hacia un embarazo saludable

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Understanding the Impact of Obesity on Fertility Obesity is on the rise globally among women of reproductive age; experts estimate that by 2025, one in five women will be clinically obese. Obesity’s links to chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular disease are well-documented, but excess weight can also cause reproductive health […]

When to Consider Bariatric Surgery Revision

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Bariatric surgery is a safe and effective option for the treatment of obesity, offering significant long-term weight loss that improves a variety of obesity-related conditions, including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, and more. However, some patients will experience weight recurrence – approximately one in five, to be exact – regaining their excess […]

Removable Gastric Balloons Jumpstart Weight Loss: Are They Right For You?

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When considering a non-surgical weight loss procedure, most patients prioritize flexibility, safety, and efficacy. Gastric balloons check all those boxes while offering a completely reversible, minimally invasive, and less costly option for sustainable weight loss. Benefits of Gastric Balloons Gastric balloons can help patients lose 30 to 50 pounds on average (though many will lose […]

Weighing Your Obesity Treatment Options: Ozempic, ESG, and More

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Obesity is a chronic, relapsing condition that often needs medical intervention beyond diet and lifestyle changes. In recent years, there’s been an incredible and promising increase in treatment options to help patients lose weight, improve their metabolic health, and lead fuller, happier lives. But these options can be overwhelming. With so much information out there, […]

Is NASH Caused by Obesity? 

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As obesity continues to rise in the United States, more and more obesity-related conditions are similarly becoming more prevalent. Overwhelming evidence from recent decades—in the form of randomized controlled clinical trials and various meta-analyses—has shown clearly that obesity can harm virtually any aspect of health. Yet while cardiovascular disease and conditions like type 2 diabetes […]

How to Get Back on Track After Overeating   

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Even if you’re fully committed to living a healthier lifestyle with a balanced diet, there are going to be times when you overindulge and eat more than you should. Whether it’s a celebratory meal, a social gathering, or a “cheat day,” it’s natural to eat more than you normally do from time to time. Overeating […]

The Importance of Nutrition Education Programs in Schools   

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the proportion of adolescents who are dealing with obesity has tripled since the 1970s. Based on data from 2017-2018, the CDC estimates that over 20% of young people from ages 6-19 are considered obese or severely obese and an additional 16% are considered overweight. With […]

La relación entre obesidad y artrosis

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According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the worldwide prevalence of overweight and obesity has nearly tripled since 1975. One of the results of this drastic increase is a marked rise in health conditions like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer. Much of this is due to the effects of obesity […]

How Are Asthma and Obesity Linked?

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As the impact of obesity continues to increase in the United States and around the world, so also does the prevalence of a variety of obesity-related diseases and disorders. The precise reasons for the link between obesity and these other conditions continues to be explored in clinical trials, but the evidence is clear that carrying […]

Qué dolor: obesidad y dolor crónico de rodilla

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Es bien sabido que el sobrepeso puede aumentar el riesgo de padecer enfermedades cardiacas e hipertensión, pero estas enfermedades tan conocidas son sólo la punta del iceberg. El sobrepeso puede provocar o agravar muchas otras enfermedades. Aunque no recibe la misma atención que [...]