Benefits of weight loss surgery
Diet and exercise are important for overall health, but they may not be enough for a person with obesity to reach a healthy weight. Studies show that less than ten percent of morbidly obese people lose weight with just lifestyle changes.
Losing weight helps people have more energy, improved joint pain and mobility, better sexual function, and more self-confidence. Research also shows that bariatric surgery has long-lasting positive effects on:
Obesity is a chronic disease caused by biological and medical factors. Bariatric surgery is well established as the most effective long-term treatment for obesity. About 90 percent of people who have bariatric surgery lose half their excess weight and go on to maintain that weight loss.
Obesity is linked to many serious conditions that impact health and quality of life, including sleep apnea, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Weight loss surgery can help prevent or reverse obesity-related conditions by giving you a durable tool for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. For many people, blood sugar levels start to normalize within just days of their procedure. You may also need fewer medications for weight-related conditions after surgery.
Bariatric surgery can help you live a longer life by preventing obesity-related conditions. Studies show that weight loss surgery reduces overall risk of death by 40 percent. People who have surgery have a 92 percent lower chance of dying from diabetes, a 60 percent reduction in risk of dying from cancer, and a 40 percent lower risk of dying from heart disease.