Your Guide to Obesity Information & Weight Loss Surgery

Obesity is a time bomb waiting to go off!  The World Health Organisation states that obesity has become a global problem and is responsible for many of the chronic diseases and disabilities prevalent in the world today.

Around 300 million adults in the world are obese and overall, more than a billion adults worldwide are overweight. 

The West has the biggest problem but other nations such as China, the Pacific Islands and the Middle East are also affected.  Even countries which traditionally had no weight problems such as Japan and North Africa are also reporting increases.

It is ironic that we have a situation in which half of the world’s population are overweight or obese whereas the other half are starving.

Is weight Loss Surgery the Answer ?

...It depends on the individual, weight loss surgery is a proven safe and effective form of treatment for obesity. Also known as bariatric surgery and Obesity Surgery it is an option when other conventional methods have failed and certainly not a first choice solution to obesity or being overweight. Many people have tried diet and exercise but have found that they are unable to lose weight or to maintain their weight once they have done so.

Is Weight Loss Surgery for everyone ?

Excess weight can cause long term physical and mental health problems if left untreated. Weight Loss Surgery can help but it is something that you need to think about carefully before making a decision. In order to help you with this we have put together a complete range of information for you. This information is presented in an easy to understand way and where jargon has been used, it is fully explained.

Being slightly overweight is not a problem in itself but chronic weight gain or obesity is. This site will explain what weight loss surgery is; the different types of surgery or procedures; your suitability for this surgery; the costs and life after surgery.

Your Questions Answered about Weight Loss Surgery

If you have any questions then have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section which contains a list of the most commonly asked questions by people.

We do understand how frustrating and upsetting it is when you are trying to lose excess weight. You have tried everything and nothing seems to work or the weight has just gone back on. If you are suffering from chronic weight problems then rest assured that we are here to help. We are NOT here to criticise or to pass judgement on you.

As this is likely to be one of the most difficult decisions you have to make then we hope that site will help and guide you with that decision. If you do decide in favour of it then you can be sure that weight loss surgery will improve your quality of life.