People who have bariatric surgery to treat their obesity have a greater chance of breaking a bone, especially in their hands and feet. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic came to that conclusion after reviewing nearly 100 cases over 21 years.

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As 335 pounds, Van Corona's weight was not only affected his health, but also his comedy career. See the amazing before and after photos of the newest Joy Fit Club member and find out how he shed the pounds and finally pursued his goals.

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After being heavy her whole adult life and spending years unsuccessfully yo-yo dieting, Brenda Willis decided to take control of her weight. See the amazing before and after photos of the newest Joy Fit Club member and find out how she overcame her obstacles.

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On a daily basis, Kimmie Briley would drink more than 17 cans of Dr. Pepper and eat so much food that she thought she would vomit. Take a look at the amazing before and after photos of the newest Joy Fit Club member and find out how she overcame her poor eating habits.

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Having been teased for her weight as a child, Kymm Hansen grew into an insecure �adult who lacked the self-confidence to achieve her dreams. But when she realized she was nearly invisible at her drama school, she knew she needed a drastic change.

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Called "fatso" and "lard-butt," 49-year-old Lisa Griffis struggled with not only her 340-pound weight, but a fragile self-esteem. Find out how the newest Joy Fit Club member overcame her poor eating habits, reclaimed her self-confidence and fought her way to a healthy lifestyle.

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After a decade of sneaking midnight snacks, 24-year-old Bianca Oros finally found the motivation to overcome her poor eating habits.? Find out how the newest member of the Joy Fit Club slimmed down from 282 pounds to lead a healthier lifestyle and reclaim her self-confidence.

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When medical professionals informed 25-year-old Jenn Barton that she was too overweight to be considered as a kidney donor for her mother, she knew she needed to make a drastic change. Find out how the latest Joy Fit Club member finally shed the pounds and got in shape.

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Having been taught to always finish her plate, it took nearly three decades for the newest Joy Fit Club member to undo her childhood eating habits and live a healthier, more active lifestyle: "Exercise was a sin in my book," April Wood said.

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When Jill Cacciatore realized her life as a stay-at-home-mom involved gorging on homemade meals, she knew she needed to change to set a better example for her children.

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When Jill Cacciatore realized her life as a stay-at-home-mom involved gorging on homemade meals, she knew she needed to change to set a better example for her children.

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Throughout her life, Linda Rittenbach has struggled with her weight. "You get bigger and bigger and bigger," said Rittenbach, who has two grown children. "And then you go to your doctor and they tell you, 'You need to lose weight — you're fat!'"

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Brigham and Women's Hospital, in a first-of-its kind medical trial, has performed a weight-loss procedure that does not require any cutting, offering the possibility of a safer, less traumatic operation to help address the nation's obesity epidemic.

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After decades of struggling with her weight and the physical limitations associated with it, 54-year-old Veolia Gibson decided to change her lifestyle. Find out she finally adopted a new healthy diet and got in shape.

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After decades of struggling with her weight and the physical limitations associated with her size, 54-year-old Veolia Gibson decided to change her lifestyle. Find out she finally adopted a new healthy diet, got in shape, and accomplished her goals.

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After years of struggling with her weight and self-esteem, Kathy Stuart finally decided to get into shape so that she could be more active in her children's lives. Find out how the newest Joy Fit Club member shed the pounds and finally learned to love herself.

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How does weight loss surgery work, and could it help you? Get answers to frequently asked questions about weight loss surgery here. Should I consider having weight loss surgery? This type of surgery is not for everyone. Doctors generally recommend it only for people who:

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Study reveals that many bariatric patients have experienced other pleasant but previously unknown side effects in addition to their weight loss.

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Weight-loss surgery can cure Type 2 diabetes, offering patients a greater chance of getting rid of their disease than conventional treatments, new research shows.

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Progress: A Reflection

So it's that time of year again.

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My Mirena Misery

"Never let your best friend walk behind you if you don't want to know the truth." -Melissa Mermaid

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A Heavy Decision, Part 1: Before You Leap

This article is by no means a suggestion for having weight loss surgery; it is not to be considered advice, nor an endorsement of any particular procedure. I am neither a medical professional, nor do I claim to be an expert of any kind.

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A Heavy Decision, Part 2: The Procedures

This article is by no means a suggestion for having weight loss surgery; it is not to be considered advice, nor an endorsement of any particular procedure. I am neither a medical professional, nor do I claim to be an expert of any kind.

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A Heavy Decision, Part 3: Making It Happen

This article is by no means a suggestion for having weight loss surgery; it is not to be considered advice, nor an endorsement of any particular procedure. I am neither a medical professional, nor do I claim to be an expert of any kind.

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Two new studies in the New England Journal of Medicine show another long-term benefit of Gastric Bypass Surgery :a lower risk of death. Researchers compiled data on 15,850 severely obese people, half of whom had undergone gastric bypass surgery between 1984 and 2002.

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