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There are many scenarios that can trigger acid reflux, and exercise is one of them. If you experience heartburn while running, lifting, or otherwise working out, you may have exercise induced gastrointestinal reflux disease, or GERD. What Is Exercise Induced GERD? Exercise induced GERD is acid reflux that results from physical activity. In other words,…

While working from home does provide more flexibility and overall freedom, it also makes it easy to get stuck in a sedentary lifestyle. The extra time spent sitting can make it difficult to maintain weight loss while working from home, but fortunately, there are some simple habits that can help you combat that problem. 1….

If you are struggling with obesity or obesity-related health conditions such as diabetes and sleep apnea, you may be wondering what your options are for long-term effective weight loss. You’ve tried multiple diets and exercise routines and haven’t seen any results.  If you want change and need help, then bariatric surgery may be right for…

Patients who undergo gastric bypass surgery< often see dramatic, life-changing results with long lasting mental and physical benefits.   But the surgery itself requires a significant lifestyle change in order to be truly successful.  So just how does gastric bypass surgery change lives? Physical Benefits of Gastric Bypass Surgery Significant weight loss that comes with…

Are you recovering from gastric bypass surgery? You may be wondering how to care for yourself after surgery. This article is part two of our aftercare guide for gastric bypass to assist you in this process. If you missed part one of our series, read about what to expect in your first few weeks here….