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  • Exercise helps counteract obesity genes

    September 1, 2010

    Even if obesity is in your DNA, exercise can help. British researchers studied over 20,000 people, determining their genetic risk of obesity. Those who had the most genetic variants for obesity inherited from their parents, did have the highest Body Mass Index. But the at-risk people who were... more »
  • Forklift needed to help obese woman

    August 26, 2010

    A 603-pound woman believed to be the heaviest in Thailand left her apartment for the first time in three years with the help of Bangkok city hall and a forklift. Neighbors of Umnuayporn Tongprapai contacted the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority when they learned she needed medical attention to remove a... more »
  • DNA: Destined to be overweight

    August 20, 2010

    If you feel as if you eat right and exercise, but still can't lost weight, you may be correct that you weight is out of your control. A study finds some people who are severely obese are missing entire sections of their DNA. Researchers in London studied the... more »
  • Mortality waistlines--men: 47 inches, women: 42 inches

    August 10, 2010

    Although obesity has been linked to various health problems -- new research suggests a large mid-section may be particularly risky. Researchers from the American Cancer Society examined the association between waist circumference and risk of death among more than 100,000 older men and women. Belly fat is thought... more »
  • Obesity rates rising rapidly in America

    August 4, 2010

    Americans are more overweight than ever and may die sooner because of it according to the new report from the Centers for Disease Control. From 2007 to 2009 the number of states with more than a third of their population considered obese tripled from three states to nine. ... more »
  • Study: Few complications from weight loss surgery

    July 28, 2010

    Serious complications after bariatric surgery appear to be low, according to a new study from the University of Michigan. Researchers there analyzed data on more than 15,000 patients. Overall, about 7-percent of patients who underwent weight-loss surgery like gastric bypass had complications, most of which were minor. Bariatric surgery... more »
  • Excess weight linked to memory loss in women

    July 19, 2010

    The more an older woman weighs -- the worse her memory. A study out of Northwestern University found for every one point increase in Body Mass Index, a woman's memory score dropped a point. Researchers looked at the brain function and weight of over 8500 postmenopausal women. Those... more »

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  • Dr. James B. Smith, MD, FACS & Colorado Surgery for Life presents The Lap Band System

    November 17, 2008

    If you or someone you know is struggling with severe obesity and suffering from related health conditions, we can help! We specialize in the LAP-BAND® System surgery and long-term patient management to help our patients take control of their obesity and regain their health. Dr. James B. Smith & Colorado... more »
  • Seminars and Support Groups

    November 17, 2008

    As part of our commitment to patient care and good clinical outcomes, we offer several educational opportunities. Patient seminars are designed to give prospective patients the opportunity to learn more about obesity surgery options such as the LAP-BAND ® System and speak with both clinical professionals and patients. Patient support... more »
  • Obesity Surgery Overview

    November 17, 2008

    Colorado Surgery For Life Obesity is emerging as a health epidemic around the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, obesity is rapidly spreading across all regions and demographic groups. An estimated 97 million adults in the United States are overweight or obese. That figure represents more... more »
  • James B. Smith, MD, FACS

    November 17, 2008

    James B. Smith, MD, FACS raised in Colorado, graduated with honors from Notre Dome University with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech School of Medicine and was a member of AOA, medical honor society. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Smith completed his... more »

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