Bariactric surgery revisions are on the rise and they can increase the risk of  serious complications, according to a new study. Read the full story

Gastric Bypass could be an effective treatment for type 2 diabetes for people who aren’t obese, according to a new study. Read the full story

EndoBarrier may be a new alternative for those interested in gastric bypass surgery.  The device is designed to mimic the effects of gastric bypass without the need for a surgery the reroutes part of the intestine, a process that can be very dangerous for some patients. Read the full story

John Daly, previously known as the bad boy of pro golf, shed more than 100 pounds this year after gastric banding surgery.  Daly calls the surgery “the greatest technology that anyone can have” and hopes the government will make it more available for obese kids.

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Quick and easy recipes for breakfast can still be healthy, and even fun to make. In the latest episode of Eating Right Every Bite, Chef Dave demonstrates four pouch-friendly recipes that are perfect for post-op weight loss surgery patients, or anyone wanting a nutritious, low-cal power boost to start the day. Read the full story

Probiotics can help gastric bypass patients resolve vitamin B-12 deficiencies — and help them lose more weight — according to a study from Stanford University. Watch this report from WLS News to find out more. Read the full story

Weight loss surgery removed layers of timidity and shame for Kristin Petolino-Szilagyi. She had the surgery in late 2002, and has maintained her 175-pound weight loss for several years.

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Jennifer Walters had a weight problem creeping near 400 pounds. After weight loss surgery, her life seemed to improve in every way.

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