Weight Loss Blog | Bradenton Surgical Group

Before it was possible to undergo bariatric procedures like the Lap Band in St. Petersburg and Bradenton, people went to extreme lengths in the name of weight loss. For decades, people sought out ways to shed extra pounds without having to change their diet or become more active. Chances are you have even tried a few funny diet tricks that ultimately didn’t work. These dieting trends can actually be pretty dangerous—especially those that involve reducing your caloric intake or eating strange supplements without physician supervision. [Read more]

Living in close proximity to St. Petersburg and Bradenton’s clear water and sandy beaches, it’s only natural to spend your summer days relaxing beachside. However, don’t let your summer fun in the sun thwart your weight loss goals after having received surgery for lap band. St. Petersburg and Bradenton’s beaches can be used to your advantage for putting in a little physical fitness time while you’re out soaking up the sun’s rays. If done right, your day at the beach can essentially be a day that helps you stay on top of your weight loss goals. [Read more]

To lose weight, many happy people have turned to the Lap Band in St. Petersburg and Bradenton after years of struggling with failed diet attempts and obesity. The Lap Band takes a lot of the initial challenge out of losing weight, making sustainable weight loss a possibility for those who thought they would never lose the weight. While Lap Band surgery requires a lifetime of commitment and healthy lifestyle changes, if you follow Dr. Bunch’s instructions you can stop carrying around excess weight and enjoy a healthier lifestyle. [Read more]

Turns out not all peer pressure is a bad thing: a new study shows that participating in team-based weight loss will positively influence the weight change of each individual team member. In addition to offering motivation through healthy competition, investigators found that team-based weight loss programs bolster the resolve of participants by giving them encouragement and support from their teammates, pushing them to try harder to lose the weight. [Read more]

If you are looking to make lifestyle changes after having adjustable lap band surgery in St. Petersburg, you may want to take a closer look at where you live. Recent studies show depending on where you live, your neighborhood could have certain effects on weight. [Read more]