Obesity & Your Health

The videos below explain the causes and consequences of obesity.

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Intro to Bariatric Surgery as a Weight Loss Option
Questions for Your Weight Loss Surgeon
Preparing for Your Weight Loss Procedure
Weight-Loss Surgery and Quality of Life
Weight-Loss Surgery Is an Affordable Way to Improve Health
Weight-Loss Surgery Offers a Long-term Solution
The Personal Costs of Obesity
Weight-Loss Surgery Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Obesity: Treatment Options for this Worldwide Epidemic
Weight-Loss Surgery Health-U
Preparing for Weight-Loss Surgery
Patient Perspective on Weight-Loss Surgery
The Role of Weight-Loss Surgery
What Is Morbid Obesity and What Can Be Done?
What Are the Different Types of Surgery for Obesity?
Understanding Gastric Bypass Surgery and Adjustable Gastric Banding Surgery

Supported through an educational grant from Allergan Inc.

Being severely overweight is not just a matter of looks. Many experts believe obesity is the most serious health threat facing the public today, primarily because it increases the risks and complications of many serious conditions. Cancer, heart disease and diabetes, for example, are all negatively impacted by excessive weight. Obesity and morbid obesity can also damage your financial health, by leading to more frequent visits to physicians, lost time at work, increased medical bills, and spiraling food costs.

What is Morbid Obesity?

Morbid obesity is defined as being 100 lbs. or more over your ideal body weight or having a body mass index of 40 or higher. It is estimated that 5 to 10 million Americans are currently morbidly obese, and at risk for serious complications, including heart disease, diabetes, sleep apnea, infertility and osteoarthritis.