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12 Reasons Why People Gain Weight Viewable by Premium Members Only submitted by: JohnBrownMD  1 review(s) People gain weight for a number of reasons. This weight gain can lead to severe weight problems such as being overweight, obese or morbidly obese. This presentation discusses 12 of the more common reasons people gain weight.

Introduction to Morbid Obesity Viewable by Premium Members Only How much do you really know about being overweight, obesity and morbid obesity? Being overweight is probably the number one killer in North America. Diets, exercise and surgery are all options for the typical person with morbid obesity. This presentation is designed to give you a brief overview of this major health care problem.

A MWW Board of Advisor Talks About His Weight  1 review(s)    See All Reviews   Write A Review A My Weight World reporter, Dr Brenda Affinati, interviews Scott Claudin one of the founders and a Board of Advisor for My Weight World about his weight struggle. Scott was eating a fast food diet and jumped from a 32 to a 38 waist; after his doctor told him he was "aging" Scott took matters into his own hands and dropped the weight. His story can hopefully inspire other people to take control of their weight.

Laparoscopic vs. Open Weight Loss Surgery Viewable by Premium Members Only Weight loss surgery is an important tool for many with a serious weight problem such as those with morbid obesity; and sometimes obesity in general. Most weight loss surgeries can be performed either laparoscopic or open with a standard incision. This presentation examines some of the pros and cons of each method.

Overview of Childhood Obesity Viewable by Premium Members Only The world is getting heavier. Obesity has tripled in children during the past 20 years! Diabetes, high blood pressure and other obesity related medical problems are becoming more common in children and teens due to their weight. This presentation will provide an overview into weight problems in children and adults.

Childhood Obesity - Causes and Prevention Viewable by Premium Members Only Weight issues and obesity are worsening throughout the world! It is unfortunate that obesity is on the rise in general but a tragedy that it is going up extremely rapidly in children and teens; essentially an epidemic. This presentation discusses some of the common possible causes as well as prevention strategies for children and teens.

Disturbing Facts on Weight Viewable by Premium Members Only Being overweight, obese or morbidly obese is associated with dangerous medical conditions as well as a reduced life span. This presentation is designed to introduce some of the disturbing facts with being overweight, obese and morbidly obese.

Liposuction Part 3 Viewable by Premium Members Only Liposuction is being used by a number of physicians including plastic surgeons, general surgeons and others. Those with problem local fat spots may be candidates. Those with general weight problems, obesity and morbid obesity need to understand that this is a tool for local fat spots; not necessarily the removal of general fat. This series of presentations explores Liposuction for the removal of fat. This is Part 3 in the series.

Gastric Bypass Surgery Nutritional Prep Part 1 Viewable by Premium Members Only Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most common weight loss surgeries in the world. Success from the operation is not just the surgical procedure but also a comprehensive exercise and nutritional program. Many side effects from weight loss surgery can be traced back to poor nutritional choices. One of the most common side effects of weigh loss surgery is stretching of the "pouch" and return of some if not all of your weight; correct education can help minimize this problem as well as others. In this segment, one of the My Weight World registered dietitians discusses nutrition and the gastric bypass. This is part 1 of 2 - please watch both parts to best understand this issue.

Gastric Bypass Surgery Nutritional Prep Part 2 Viewable by Premium Members Only Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most common weight loss surgeries in the world. Success from the operation is not just the surgical procedure but also a comprehensive exercise and nutritional program. Many side effects from weight loss surgery can be traced back to poor nutritional choices. One of the most common side effects of weigh loss surgery is stretching of the "pouch" and return of some if not all of your weight; correct education can help minimize this problem as well as others. In this segment, one of the My Weight World registered dietitians discusses nutrition and the gastric bypass. This is part 2 of 2 - please watch both parts to best understand this issue.