Thursday, April 17, 2008 

Celebrities Increase Popularity of Gastric Bypass Surgery

Gastric bypass surgery has become more popular than ever thanks to a number of celebrities who have gone public with their stories. Sharon Osbourne, Al Roker, Carnie Wilson, Randy Jackson, Roseanne Barr and Diego Maradona have all undergone weight loss surgery under the public eye.

These celebrities make gastric bypass surgery seem easy, but the truth is that it is a serious and complicated surgery and not something to undertake lightly. It should only be used as a last resort when serious dieting and exercise do not work. In our want-it-now society, it may seem like a good quick fix, but the longterm effects must be considered.

In the slick media world, celebrities go on talk shows and talk about their surgeries as another anecdote, glossing over the realities of the surgery. Much like plastic surgery reality shows bypass the recovery period and complications and go straight to the "reveal" moment, celebrities talking about their gastric bypass surgeries do not often address potential complications.

For some people, gastric bypass surgery may be the only answer. It is a life-saving procedure for them. Unfortunately, for others who could lose the weight through diet and exercise if they tried, it has become a trendy option. Very little is reported in the media about the risks of weight loss surgery, such as gallstones, infection, and eventually malnutrition.

Before jumping on the latest trend, it's important to do your research. Just because celebrities make it look easy doesn't mean it is. Our bodies were made the way they are for a reason - we should only "bypass" what Nature gave us if it is our only option.

Tani Shaw is a contributor for Twoop, where you can read a timeline of the history of gastric bypass surgery.

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Vitamins and Supplements For Advanced Nutrition

It's a fact that our body requires certain vitamins in order to function properly. Starting a program of taking vitamins is a personal matter and is up to you to decide. To have a healthy diet you need to realize that small changes can lead to great results and Advanced Nutrition. Most dieters regain the weight they lose. Learn how to make lifestyle changes to maintain long-term, healthy weight loss.

Choose whole fresh foods, avoid processed food products. Don't just avoid processed and refined white bread, but also limit enriched whole wheat bread, which is loaded with processed nutrients and preservatives. Fresh whole grain bread from a bakery would be better, and a bowl of cooked wheat berries would be filled with advanced nutrients.

Now, whether or not you begin a program with those vitamins is completely up to you. Much of this pertains to your regular dieting plan. And just to be clear, everyone who eats is on some kind of diet. It's not always about dropping pounds. Some people are even trying to gain weight. In addition to your day-to-day meals, you might want to incorporate multivitamins and supplements. You may not know it, but just about everybody needs these extra vitamin benefits. If you get your body into good physical condition early, just think how much better you will feel at age sixty. Don't think because you're young you don't need to worry about supplements, and taking care of your body. It's a good idea to start to use nutritional supplements as your body is growing.

Athletes require the benefits of vitamin and supplements to a higher degree than the rest of us. Let's say you are a basketball player. Your muscles are put through intense endurance in an extreme way. It you're a weight lifter, muscles are torn and slightly wiped out. Then it's time to rest and recuperate. Vitamins and supplements are needed to get your biceps and other muscles back in functional condition and eliminate that post-workout soreness, and to replenish your system.

Take your vitamins and supplements with meals and water, these supplements help to restore nutritional balance. I have been taking advanced nutrients for a number of years; get into the habit of taking these vital nutrients daily, a healthy body is worth it! Your skin and hair will look and feel better. The earlier you begin a nutritious diet and exercising program, the faster you can enjoy the benefits.

Lori Jones
http://www.ljgethealthy.com
lori@ljgethealthy.com
435 632-6074

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