In the ever-evolving landscape of obesity management, patients and healthcare professionals alike are presented with an array of choices. One notable trend in recent years has been the comparison between weight loss surgery, medications, and the use of less invasive endoscopic therapy such as intragastric balloons. In this blog, we’ll delve into the effectiveness of…
The role of exercise and physical activity in weight loss can’t be overstated. It is an absolutely critical component of maintaining a healthy weight and improving health and wellbeing — not just for a short time, but for a lifetime. Oregon Weight Loss Surgery recommends a routine of physical activity and exercise for all our…
As a parent, you may have wondered how to help your overweight child lose weight. It’s a natural question; after all, you want what is best for your kids. Kids grow quickly and keeping them at a healthy weight is important. Healthy, fit kids are usually more self-confident, better learners, and are less likely to…
As we get older, our metabolism slows down, and the pounds can add up easier. Abdominal fat — aka visceral fat — is linked to heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and fatty liver, so it’s important to try to lose excess fat in that area. Not only will your waistline look and feel better, but…
If there’s one thing that’s been on everybody’s mind lately, it’s COVID-19. As of this writing, 175 million people worldwide have been infected. About 3.75 million people have died. The statistics for the United States are just as grim: more than 33 million known cases and almost 600,000 deaths. For many months in a row,…
The question posed in the headline is a common one. You’ve probably asked this question yourself. Unfortunately, despite the fact that it’s a common question, it doesn’t necessarily have a common answer. How many calories should you eat per day to lose weight? The answer depends on a number of factors — all of which…
There are, indeed, some truly astounding health benefits of weight loss. You may be aware of many of these; some may come as a surprise. But make no mistake: Losing weight provides extraordinary health and wellness benefits. This is especially true for those patients who have been diagnosed as obese. Do you have a high…
If you’ve looked through the Oregon Weight Loss Surgery website, you’ve probably noticed the section titled “Am I A Candidate?” This is the portion of the site in which we detail eligibility for weight loss surgery, information that is important for low BMI patients. (Quick side note: We encourage you to explore the OWLS website;…
Wondering If A Weight Loss Balloon Is Right For You? Modern medicine provides a lot of promising weight loss options for people struggling with obesity. At Oregon Weight Loss Surgery, we offer a wide range of weight loss services, including lap bands, gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, and weight loss balloons. We’re happy to discuss these…
Endoscopically placed intragastric balloons are the least invasive type of weight loss procedure currently available. Orbera is a silicone balloon that is placed into the stomach through the mouth and filled with 400 to 700 mL of fluid, which expands it into a spherical shape. The balloon makes the stomach feel full and able to hold less food….