This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. If you’re struggling with weight, you’re not alone. Around 42 percent of American adults have obesity. In addition to nutrition, ...

University of Maryland Medical System surgeons break down how weight loss surgery works, who qualifies and what patients can ...

Bariatric surgery is a significant intervention for individuals struggling with obesity. It offers the potential for substantial weight loss, but it also presents a complex array of psychological and ...

The benefits of bariatric surgery can extend beyond physical weight loss and improved metabolic parameters, according to a new study finding that self-esteem surges in the first year following the ...

What Is a Bariatric Surgeon? A bariatric surgeon is a doctor who performs gastric bypass and other types of surgeries that help you lose weight. They’re sometimes called metabolic surgeons. Your ...

Remi Bader rose to fame as a plus-sized, body-positive influencer known for sharing deeply personal details about her health. But in 2023, she decided to keep those details private after facing a ...

Weight loss is often described as a reset. Your blood sugar can improve. Your risk of diabetes and heart disease can fall.