Healthcare Experts Advise Immediate and Drastic Action to Improve Quality of Life of Severely Obese Individuals

Bariatric surgical procedures, like those offered by Dr. Michael Feiz of Dr. Feiz and Associates, are proven to be an efficient and productive method for major weight loss.

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Dec 02, 2014, 02:29 ET

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- New data submitted by the Harvard School of Medicine has outlined specific and precise information regarding the risks of living with severe obesity. Though quite comprehensive and detailed, the results should come as a surprise to no one, as it's already a well-known and established medical fact that severe obesity is associated with major, life threatening health issues. Indeed, it's hardly a secret that heart attack, stroke, and diabetes are among the hazards that individuals suffering with severe obesity face every single day. Because these health risks only increase and become more likely over time, medical professionals recommend severely obese patients take immediate action to lose weight, which can literally save their lives. Leading bariatric surgeons like Dr. Feiz have the expertise and the resources to provide the positive results severely obese patients need to improve their quality of life.

Severe obesity has a negative impact on almost every aspect of the body. The study conducted by the Harvard School of Medicine notes diminished function of everything from circularity-vascular system, to reproduction, and even mood. Adults who have a body mass index (BMI) of 35 or higher are 93 times more likely to develop diabetes than an individual of a healthy weight. In addition, those with severe obesity have a 62% higher risk of developing coronary artery disease, and a 64% higher chance of suffering stroke. In an extensive study performed by the American Institute for Cancer Research, a direct link was drawn between obesity and over 11 forms of cancer. Medical investigators have also noted a strong association between obesity and clinical depression. In one rare bright spot, however, the risk of developing most of these issues decreases dramatically as a person approaches a healthy weight.

With the clear health benefits of weight loss for severely obese individuals, doctors recommend shedding pounds as the best way to improve and prolong the quality of life. Unfortunately, due to the high amounts of weight that someone suffering from severe obesity must lose in order to reach a healthy weight, doing so can be extremely difficult. Traditional methods like diet and exercise are effective for people who might only need to lose a dozen pounds or so, but for someone who needs to lose up to 50, 100, or more, these methods fall short more often than not. As an excellent alternative, bariatric procedures like Lap Band operations, or gastric band procedures are not only proven to be consistently effective for dramatic weight loss, they also provide long term results.

As a top bariatric surgical center, Dr. Feiz and Associates are well aware of the major health risks that loom over severely obese patients which is why their highly trained and dedicated provide proven solutions. As a respected surgeon with years of experience at the top of his field, Dr. Feiz expertly performs the weight loss procedures that improve the quality and length of life. For more information, visit the Dr. Feiz and Associates website or contact them today by calling 800-868-5946.

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