Weight loss surgery is now linked to anemia, nutritional, and other deficiencies, according to a recent study. Watch to find out how you can stay healthy after weight loss surgery. Read the full story

Weight loss could be linked to Omega-3 supplements according to recent media reports. But, research findings are being misinterpreted, says one nutritional expert. So, what are the benefits of Omega-3s?

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In this week’s episode of Weight Loss Surgery News, discover the link between Omega-3 fatty acids and body mass index, and find out how a new database is affecting bariatric surgery trends. Plus, learn why the state of Oregon was ordered to pay for a man’s obesity surgery nine years after he underwent the procedure. And, get the latest on the link between being obese and the risk of injury. Read the full story

Bariatric nutrition is big business, as more Americans turn to weight loss surgery for the treatment of obesity. Two major players in the nutritional supplement market rolled out new products at this year’s ASMBS conference, aimed at helping post-op patients achieve optimal health. Read the full story

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Leading bariatric-specific nutritional supplement manufacturer to be exclusive nutriceutical replacement sponsor of WLS News

IRVINE, California (December 22, 2008) — Bariatric Advantage^®, a Division of Catalina Lifesciences, Inc., headquartered in Irvine, California, has entered into an agreement with the Weight Loss Surgery Channel securing the right to be the exclusive nutriceutical replacement sponsor of WLS News for the first half of 2009.

WLS News is a weekly online newscast covering stories from the world of weight loss surgery, including new research findings about the outcomes of bariatric surgery, human interest stories, and special events for bariatric surgeons and members of the weight loss surgery community. The program’s viewership represents the ideal target market for Bariatric Advantage nutritional supplements, which are specifically formulated to meet the unique dietary needs of pre-operative bariatric surgical candidates and post-operative bariatric surgical patients.

“We are committed to bringing the highest caliber production quality and expert guidance to our viewers, and likewise committed to partnering with the highest caliber sponsors for our shows,” said Craig “Big-T” Thompson, founder and president of the Weight Loss Surgery Channel. Read the full story