Counting Calories to Lose Weight Most of us are often confused whether we should count calories or carbs to lose weight. This confusion is the result of calories versus sugar debate. So what really matter when trying to lose weight?? Counting calories or reducing sugary carbohydrates...
Weight Loss and Sleep Apnea Most common cause of obstructive Sleep Apnea in adult is being overweight or obese. It is a disorder in which the airways become blocked during sleep thus interrupting breathing. During sleep the throat and tongue muscles get more relaxed and block...
The Importance of Water After Bariatric Surgery Water is vital for good health of our body. It keeps our body cells, hair and skin hydrated and also important for eliminating waste from our body. Post Bariatric Surgery you should follow these guidelines to ensure you stay well...
The Importance of Protein After Bariatric Surgery After Bariatric Surgery, including protein in all your meals is beneficial for weight-loss Protein rich diet aids in proper wound healing after surgery It is important for good health of your skin, hair, bones and nails It helps form...
Obesity & Pregnancy Excess weight negatively affects the health of women. Being overweight or obese increases the relative risk of diseases like Type 2 Diabetes and heart disease in women. Females who are obese have a higher risk of low back pain and knee osteoarthritis. Obesity...
Dr Amit Garg, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon, in an interactive session with employees of TATA AIG, Chandigarh Branch on 7 May 2019. Dr Amit shared about WHO (World Health Organization) guidelines for Bariatric Surgery. He also shared about the recent guidelines for Metabolic Surgery approved...
Dr Amit Garg, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon, CODSILS, was invited by Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana to deliver talk on Metabolic Surgery. The session was attended by over 100 members of Punjab Agriculture University. Dr Amit had a one to one session also with diabetic...
Metabolic Surgery: Newer Paradigm in the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes “Metabolic Surgery” is the term used to describe surgical procedures specifically aimed at treating Type 2 Diabetes with or without causing a weight loss. According to IDF ( International Diabetic Federation) guidelines for Asians,...
Metabolic Surgery: a new approach for treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 Diabetes is associated with complex metabolic dysfunctions, leading to increased morbidity, mortality, and cost. Although population-based efforts through lifestyle interventions are essential to prevent obesity and diabetes, people who develop this...
