According to doctors, a barrier to wider use of intragastric balloons is that some institutions lack the resources to provide support to patients after implantation of the device. Without the lifestyle changes and health coaching after the procedure, patients can regain their lost weight, decreasing the overall effectiveness of this weightloss tool and making physicians […]
Ideal Patients for Bariatric Endoscopic Procedure
Bariatric procedures that help you lose weight aren’t only for people with over 35 BMI. Orbera Intragastric balloon and Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty are routinely performed on people with 30 BMI. In our minds bariatric procedures are only for morbidly obese but in reality endoscopic procedures can help someone with 30 BMI go down to 25 […]
Overtraining & Under-fueling
There is no denying that physical activity is an essential element of overall health and wellbeing. It may even reduce risk for cognitive decline during aging. But just because it is good for you, does it mean more is always better? On social media we see people pursuing spartan races, triathlons and other endurance races. […]
Bariatric Surgery for Obese and Morbidly Obese with BMI of 35 and…
Bariatric Surgery for obese and morbidly obese with BMI of 35 and over are often covered by insurance. It is not always possible to get approval from insurance but your surgeon can try. Bariatric Endoscopy including Orbera Balloon and Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty can be done on someone with BMI 35 and higher but often are […]
We all know that sleep is very important when it comes to losing weight…
We all know that sleep is very important when it comes to losing weight. Many of us do not get enough sleep during the week and I often hear that my patients try to catch up with sleep on the weekends. But can you really catch up on lost sleep? Experts have long said that […]
Mindful Eating
Mindful Eating- at the end of the day, it is important to assess what patterns of behavior that you may not have been aware lead you to overeating. Do you eat when you are angry, sad, or tired? Do you overeat at night or earlier in a day? Becoming aware of your eating patterns is […]
Great Illustration as to Why Diets Do Not Work in the Long Run
Great Illustration as to why diets do not work in the long run. It is all about portion control, moderation and balance. Eating clean diet, consuming variety of fruits and veggies and not banning food groups is the way to long term weightloss. If you have allergies and sensitivities to foods I would suggest working […]
When Is the Right Age to Get a Colonoscopy?
When you think of colonoscopies, you probably think of the necessary steps you have to take before you actually get the procedure. A colonoscopy is nothing more than a preventative procedure to check the health of your large intestine. Like most medical procedures and check-ups, you don’t need this procedure until you reach a certain age. Based […]
Is Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Right for Me?
If you have decided that weight loss surgery is the ideal solution for you, there are several options. At Batash Medical, we believe the decision to undergo a bariatric, or weight loss procedure, is a deeply personal one. That is why we would like to enlighten you about what to expect regarding weight loss with […]
Getting the Most Out of the ORBERA Balloon System
The ORBERA balloon system is a great option for people who struggle with obesity. Not everyone can lose their weight through diet and exercise alone. For those who need extra help, the ORBERA balloon provides the physical modifications that will push their body into weight loss mode. Although ORBERA can be a great tool to […]
