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Since its beginnings in 2002, Midsouth Bariatrics has never strayed from its mission of providing compassionate, comprehensive, and multidisciplinary care for patients battling severe obesity. The hope of this blog is to provide the necessary information, support, and education to assure long-term results for those who are in need of significant weight loss. Author Steve Droke stated, “knowledge is power and enthusiasm pulls the switch”. The more empowered with the knowledge you are to courageously face the long road to weight loss ahead, the greater our commitment will be to provide enthusiastic support for your success! At Midsouth Bariatrics, we believe that everyone can succeed in weight loss and we’ll help you to believe it too.

Check back regularly for topics of interest and encouragement on how you can start your journey toward a healthier you!

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What Should A Healthy Diet for Women Over 40 Look Like?

Healthy Diet For Women Over 40 In nutrition, diet is the sum of food consumed by a person or other organism. The word diet implies using nutrition for health or …

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Weight Loss Surgery vs. Liposuction

Liposuction vs. Bariatric Surgery Embarking on a journey toward a healthy weight is the first …

Prediabetes epidemic

The Prediabetes Epidemic

Prediabetes: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention Prediabetes is a relatively new term in the medical world, …

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Do Kids Need Carbs?

Low Carb Diets vs. Low Fat Diets for Kids The remarkable popularity of low-carbohydrate diets …

How to Get 10,000 Steps

How to Get 10,000 Steps Without Leaving the House

Do you want to get more active and increase your step count, but find that …

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10 High Protein Vegetables To Add to Your Diet

Are you getting enough protein from your vegetables? It’s important to make sure we’re adding …

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Low Calorie Sauces To Make Healthy Foods Tasty

Best Low-Calorie Sauces & Condiments Do you want to lead a healthier lifestyle? Are you …

Can Obesity Cause Periodontitis?

Can Obesity Cause Gum Disease?

A Study on the Link Between Obesity and Gum Disease For better or worse, your …

Side Effects Ozempic

Ozempic Side Effects

Unveiling the Risks: Stomach Paralysis as a Side Effect of Ozempic Ozempic is a medication …

Childhood Obesity and divorce

Divorce and Childhood Obesity

Childhood obesity can be a major family issue, leading to health complications and mental distress. …

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Adolescent Obesity: The Growing Health Crisis

Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery Adolescence is a crucial time in development, and today many young …

Exercising After Bariatric Surgery

Exercise after Weight Loss Surgery

Exercising After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know Bariatric surgery can be a life-changing …

Follow-up Care After Bariatric Surgery

Importance of Follow-up Care After Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery can be a life-changing event, offering people with weight issues the opportunity to …

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A New You Is Just Around the Corner

Weight Loss Surgery - when diet & exercise aren't enough.

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