A Correlation Between High-Fat Food Preference and Genetics Highlights the Effectiveness of Bariatric Surgery in Combatting Obesity, Says Dr. Feiz & Associates
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 13, 2016 -- According to an October 5 article published on Huffington Post UK, a study was conducted to determine if genes influenced the food preferences of both lean and obese individuals. The study went on to conclude that one in 100 obese participants had a defective MC4R gene that influenced their preference for foods high in fat and put them at a greater risk of gaining excess weight. The Los Angeles based bariatric center, Dr. Feiz & Associates notes that this finding is one more very small piece of the complex of inborn and environmental factors contributing to the disease of obesity. They add that, while there is still much to learn about the causes and possible treatments of obesity, severely obese individuals typically lose a significant amount of weight and experience a change in their eating habits and food preferences after a bariatric surgery. The weight loss clinic goes on to note that losing weight with the help of a bariatric surgery offers severely obese patients a variety of health benefits, including:
Diabetes Management - Dr. Feiz & Associates note that many severely obese patients often suffer from type 2 diabetes and complications linked to the disease, such as eye and nerve damage. A highly effective bariatric surgery, such as a sleeve gastrectomy, can help severely obese patients lose a significant amount of weight while also improving their diabetes. Moreover, patients can reduce their risk of developing future complications related to their diabetes.
Lower Cholesterol - Obesity is oftentimes linked to high levels of cholesterol that can put patients at risk of heart disease and numerous other health threats. Dr. Feiz & Associates note that a successful bariatric surgery can help severely obese patients lose their excess weight and therefore significantly lower their cholesterol in most cases. Patients with lower cholesterol can also often experience better heart function and higher energy levels that can allow them to enjoy a more active and healthier lifestyle.
Bone and Joint Relief - Excess weight can very often exacerbate osteoarthritis related to the constant strain and pressure on the bones and joints. The bariatric surgery clinic notes that a cutting-edge weight loss surgery can help a severely obese patient lose a significant amount of weight and make simple physical tasks more feasible. With bone and joint relief following a significant weight loss, patients are more likely to be able to keep up with their young children or grandchildren and even take advantage of valuable career opportunities they otherwise would have been too uncomfortable to partake in.
Dr. Feiz & Associates concludes by noting that, although genetics may have some influence on obesity and food preferences, severely obese patients can obtain a successful and long-term weight loss with the help of a cutting-edge bariatric surgery. The weight loss clinic’s team of extremely experienced and highly skilled healthcare professionals is available to answer any questions or address any concerns regarding a weight loss procedure. Readers who are interested in learning more about a bariatric surgery are welcome to contact Dr. Feiz & Associates at (800) 868-5946 or visit their website at http://www.DrFeiz.com.
Denisse Aguilar, Cyberset Corp, +1 (818) 883-7277 Ext: 112, [email protected]
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