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Healthy Weight & Weight Management
Think you might be obese or overweight? Learn the basics on finding out where you are, and how to get -- and stay -- where you want to be.
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What Health Conditions Are Caused by Obesity?
Maintaining a healthy weight not only makes you feel good -- it can literally save your life. Learn about 10 major health conditions that are caused by, or linked to, obesity.
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Why Can't I Lose Weight?
WebMD describes some of the sneaky reasons it's hard to drop pounds, like skipping breakfast or not getting enough sleep.
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery for Weight Loss
You've tried diets and exercise for years and still have a lot of weight to lose. Is gastric sleeve surgery a possibility? Find out from WebMD about the risks, benefits, who's a good candidate for this procedure, and what you have to do afterward.
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What Your Doctor Really Wants You to Know About Weight Loss
WebMD explains how to interpret your doctor’s weight-loss advice.
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Small, Effective Weight Loss Habits
WebMD teaches how to choose and use small, manageable habits to help you lose weight.
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Improve Your Weight: Stop Self-Sabotage
WebMD explains how you might be stopping yourself from reaching your own weight loss goals.
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Your Weight Loss Checklist
Check out WebMD's checklist with steps for losing weight - and balancing your life.
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Resolved to Lose Weight? 10 Ways to Make It Work
The No. 1 New Year's resolution is to lose weight. WebMD offers 10 tips for keeping your commitment to a smaller waistline.
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Hydroxycut: Does it work? Is it Safe?
WebMD looks at the safety and effectiveness of Hydroxycut, a group of dietary supplements sold as weight loss and fat reduction aids.
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A Look at Alli (Orlistat) for Weight Loss
WebMD explains how the weight loss drug orlistat, marketed as Alli and Xenical, works, and its possible side effects.
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Financing Weight Loss Surgery
WebMD explains the cost of weight loss surgery, what is covered by insurance, and how to convince your insurance company to pay for weight loss surgery.
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Questions and Answers About Weight Loss Surgery
Considering weight loss surgery? WebMD explains the different types of surgery available, their risks, emotional consequences, and what lifestyle changes to expect.
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Types of Weight Loss Surgery
We weigh the pros and cons of the various types of weight loss surgery. We investigate Gastric Bypass, vBloc, Gastric Banding and more to help you determine which variety of bariatric surgery may be safest for you.
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What to Expect After Weight Loss Surgery
Here's a rundown of the important head-to-toe changes you might face after weight loss surgery.
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Atherosclerosis: What’s Weight Got to Do With It?
Extra weight contributes to atherosclerosis, the leading cause of death in the U.S. Fortunately, taking the weight off can slow down or prevent atherosclerosis.
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Gastric Banding Surgery for Weight Loss
Considering gastric banding surgery for weight loss? WebMD describes the procedure, including its risks and benefits.
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Gastric Bypass Surgery: Facts About Weight Loss Surgery
There are several types of weight loss surgery, from gastric banding to stomach stapling. Learn more about the various methods from WebMD.
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Facts About Weight Loss Surgery
Considering weight loss surgery? Get facts from WebMD to help you make an informed decision.
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What to Expect After Weight Loss Surgery
Weight loss surgery can dramatically change your life. WebMD explains the different options and their benefits and risks.
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Risks and Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery
Is weight loss surgery the obesity treatment for you? WebMD explains the benefits and risks of bariatric surgery.
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Truths About Weight Loss Surgery
Considering weight loss surgery, also called bariatric surgery? Learn where to start at WebMD.
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Is Weight Loss Surgery for You?
How does weight loss surgery work? And could bariatric surgery work for you? WebMD has answers.
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Questions for Your Doctor About Weight Loss Surgery
If you're considering weight loss surgery, find out from WebMD what questions you should ask your doctor.
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What Happens During Weight Loss Surgery?
WebMD explains the different types of bariatric surgery (weight loss surgery).
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