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How do I prepare for surgery?

Friday, 20 January 2012 09:46

Patients often wonder if there is anything they need to purchase or prepare before undergoing surgery. While the Lap-Band is a simple laparoscopic procedure, and recovery does not require any special equipment or materials, making some preparations in your kitchen and other areas of your home can help you get through the challenging first few weeks after surgery.

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Realistic resolutions

Friday, 20 January 2012 09:41

If you've pledged to renew your commitment to weight loss and healthier habits in the new year, you're not alone. According to health experts, weight loss tops the resolution list for most Americans. Unfortunately, less than half keep their commitment after six months. Rather than becoming a part of this statistic, make 2012 the year you shape up and meet your goals with these five tips.

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Beat the Blunders: 7 Worst WLS Mistakes

Thursday, 15 December 2011 11:59

Weight-loss surgery is a powerful tool in your battle to lose weight, but it requires a certain level of commitment in order to achieve lasting success. Patients who don't follow up with healthier habits or ignore their doctors' advice may not reach their weight-loss goals, or may end up regaining. Heed these 7 common WLS mistakes in order to give yourself the best chance of success for lasting weight loss and a longer, healthier life.

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