Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies
By Al Roker, Barbara Thompson, Brian K. Davidson, Marina S. Kurian | Publisher: Wiley
About the book
Your trusted guide to surgical weight-loss
Sixty percent of individuals over the age of 20—or 58 million people in the U.S.—are overweight. As the obesity epidemic continues to grow, many Americans are researching the benefits and complications of weight-loss surgeries. Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies, 2nd edition is the most up-to-date and authoritative guide to understanding the impact of surgical weight-loss before, during, and after surgery.
Weight-loss surgery is often an overweight person's last resort, and it comes with many risks, questions, and fears. So how do you know if it's right for you? Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you expert guidance on knowing whether you qualify for the procedures, advice on choosing the best center and doctor, and trusted information on evaluating the risks involved. Plus, it helps you plan to finance the procedure, prepare for surgery, and achieve the best results as you adjust to a new diet and lifestyle post-surgery.
- Trusted information on choosing a weight loss surgery that's best for you
- Advice on what to expect before, during, and after surgery
- Sample recipes and information to ensure you're getting proper nutrition post-surgery
If you or a loved one is considering gastric bypass surgery, Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you everything you need to decide if it's the right course of action, what to expect during recovery, and how to ensure the best results through healthy eating behaviors and regular physical activity.
Editions of Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781118293188
- EBook
- ISBN 9781118356227
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Your trusted guide to surgical weight-loss
Sixty percent of individuals over the age of 20—or 58 million people in the U.S.—are overweight. As the obesity epidemic continues to grow, many Americans are researching the benefits and complications of weight-loss surgeries. Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies, 2nd edition is the most up-to-date and authoritative guide to understanding the impact of surgical weight-loss before, during, and after surgery.
Weight-loss surgery is often an overweight person's last resort, and it comes with many risks, questions, and fears. So how do you know if it's right for you? Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you expert guidance on knowing whether you qualify for the procedures, advice on choosing the best center and doctor, and trusted information on evaluating the risks involved. Plus, it helps you plan to finance the procedure, prepare for surgery, and achieve the best results as you adjust to a new diet and lifestyle post-surgery.
- Trusted information on choosing a weight loss surgery that's best for you
- Advice on what to expect before, during, and after surgery
- Sample recipes and information to ensure you're getting proper nutrition post-surgery
If you or a loved one is considering gastric bypass surgery, Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you everything you need to decide if it's the right course of action, what to expect during recovery, and how to ensure the best results through healthy eating behaviors and regular physical activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies about?
Your trusted guide to surgical weight-loss
Sixty percent of individuals over the age of 20—or 58 million people in the U.S.—are overweight. As the obesity epidemic continues to grow, many Americans are researching the benefits and complications of weight-loss surgeries. Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies, 2nd edition is the most up-to-date and authoritative guide to understanding the impact of surgical weight-loss before, during, and after surgery.
Weight-loss surgery is often an overweight person's last resort, and it comes with many risks, questions, and fears. So how do you know if it's right for you? Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you expert guidance on knowing whether you qualify for the procedures, advice on choosing the best center and doctor, and trusted information on evaluating the risks involved. Plus, it helps you plan to finance the procedure, prepare for surgery, and achieve the best results as you adjust to a new diet and lifestyle post-surgery.
- Trusted information on choosing a weight loss surgery that's best for you
- Advice on what to expect before, during, and after surgery
- Sample recipes and information to ensure you're getting proper nutrition post-surgery
If you or a loved one is considering gastric bypass surgery, Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies gives you everything you need to decide if it's the right course of action, what to expect during recovery, and how to ensure the best results through healthy eating behaviors and regular physical activity.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies?
Health, Relationships and Personal development > Family and health > Fitness and diet > Health: Diets and nutrition
Where can I read a sample of Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781118293188
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies?
Al Roker, Barbara Thompson, Brian K. Davidson, Marina S. Kurian
Who is the Publisher of the book Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies?
Wiley
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Weight Loss Surgery For Dummies is available as paperback(ISBN 9781118293188) and ebook(ISBN 9781118356227)
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