Visceral fat, or active fat, sits inside your abdominal cavity and wraps around nearby organs like the liver, stomach and intestines. Visceral fat is also metabolized by the liver. Once it’s turned into cholesterol and circulated in the blood, it can get stuck inside the arteries. This type of fat is dangerous because it can […]
Is a Keto Diet Preferrable After Weight Loss Surgery?
Keto is an abbreviation for the word Ketogenic, which refers to a metabolic state called ketosis. Ketosis allows the body to become very efficient at burning fat for energy. The Keto diet is a low-carb, high (healthy) fat and moderate protein diet that puts the body in a state of ketosis. A keto diet after […]
How to Avoid Weight Gain in the Summer
Summertime and the living’s easy, right? Not necessarily. If you’re like 70% of Americans who are overweight or obese, you may be wondering how to enjoy barbeques or get-togethers and avoid summer weight gain. You might be thinking that most people are prone to unwanted weight gain in the winter, and while that’s certainly true, […]
What Causes Type 2 Diabetes?
Diabetes is a malfunction of the metabolic system, which means the body is unable to process glucose (e.g., sugar) correctly. In a nondiabetic person, the peptide hormone called insulin metabolizes carbohydrates, fats and proteins. Those with type 2 diabetes struggle with elevated blood sugar levels because the pancreas either produces too little or no insulin […]
What is Obesity & What Causes It?
Obesity is a complex disease that can be caused or exacerbated by genetics, behavior and environment. Healthcare providers diagnose obesity based on body mass index (BMI), waist circumference and other symptoms. It can lead to a number of health problems and complications like sleep apnea, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and coronary heart disease. […]
Lap Band vs. Gastric Sleeve
If you’re notably overweight or obese, you may have discussed bariatric surgery with your primary care doctor. Bariatric surgery can help you lose weight fast and alleviate or eliminate a number of health issues like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, depression and even some types of cancer. Lap band and gastric sleeve are two of the […]
What to Do After Bariatric Surgery
The most common bariatric surgeries include gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric band and biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch. These surgeries are performed to help people lose excess weight and reduce the risk of potentially life-threatening weight-related health problems like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. If you or a […]
5 signs you might need weight loss revision surgery
Receiving a gastric bypass or some other kind of weight-loss surgery can be a life-changing – and life-saving – procedure, but some patients find that they require additional procedures to help them along their road to recovery. This is commonly referred to as weight loss revision surgery, and it is there for patients whose first […]
Ten Ways to Prepare for Gastric Bypass Surgery
If you’ve been struggling with 100 pounds or more of excess weight that just won’t come off (despite multiple diet and exercise programs), then your primary care doctor may refer you to a weight loss surgeon for gastric bypass surgery. Gastric bypass surgery helps you lose weight by changing how your stomach and small intestines […]
How to Know if You’re a Good Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery in Orlando
Carrying around excess weight can be both mentally and physically exhausting. It can make you feel self-conscious, frustrated and tired. Dr. Wiljon Beltre is a board-certified surgeon and one of the only fellowship-trained bariatric surgeons in Central Florida. He is ready to help you live you best life—starting with reaching and maintaining your healthiest weight. […]
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