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If you’re considering weight-loss surgery, use this checklist as a guide to help you make your decision
Read enough magazines or watch enough infomercials and it’s easy to lose sight of the real goal of weight loss. Achieving a healthy weight is about more than looking good in a swimsuit. So much more. People who are in a normal weight range have less risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Losing weight also lessens the burden on your weight-bearing joints. For people who are extremely overweight, weight-loss surgery can be a way to put them on track, making it easier for a healthy diet and regular exercise to have their intended effect. Are you a good candidate? Use this checklist to find out. If you check “yes” to all the statements that follow, talk to your doctor or a weight-loss surgery specialist about your options.
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