Heart attack is the leading cause of death in the US, and obesity is one of the main risk factors. A study by the Cleveland Clinic analyzed the data of almost 300,000 patients with obesity and the results showed  lower rates of mortality and complications1 among patients who suffered a heart attack with a history […]

  Butternut squash soup is my favorite soup in the winter. My family and I like putting 3 spins on the traditional recipe -  Apple, Gorgonzola and Almond style; Thai style and; Southwestern style. For each recipe I always use fresh vegetables, herbs and spices from an English farm behind our house. Sometimes I pair […]

If you’ve attended a webinar, seminar, talked to a surgeon or have done your own research on weight loss surgery, you’ve probably heard the term co-morbid condition. But what does it mean?  A co-morbid condition is an obesity-related condition. It occurs when more than one disease exists along with one or more other diseases in […]

  Sleep – It’s what we all crave after a long day at work, look forward to a little extra on the weekends and something we all don’t get enough of. A good night’s rest is important to staying awake and energized throughout the day, however, sleep apnea, a condition facing many bariatric patients, can […]