The biggest problem we face in America is not terrorism. The biggest health problem we are facing is obesity” Julie Gerbending, M.D. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Obesity is considered an epidemic in this country. The consequences of obesity are staggering.
14% of all deaths can be attributed to the combination of diet and physical inactivity.
23% of all deaths from major chronic diseases can be attributed to sedentary lifestyle.
Bariatric surgery has a success rate of 60-80%. Diet and exercise alone has a success rate of 2% once you are morbidly obese. Please explore our website for more information about these lifesaving surgeries.
Publised on August 4, 2010 by Michael Russo
By Smart Dimensions
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