Carolyn’s philosophy is “no quick fixes” and address key causal factors prior to even considering intense surgical procedures that are a last resort after lifestyle choices have been addressed. Nutrition and exercise go a long way!

Weight-loss surgery may soon be widely used Advancements in procedures that are usually a last resort for the obese are making them potentially suitable for moderately overweight and diabetic people.

After spending the majority of her 48 years trying, and failing, to slim down, Veronica Mahaffey was still 50 pounds overweight — not morbidly obese by a long shot, but still far from the size she wanted. Worried about her health, she called a San Diego weight-loss surgery clinic last spring and asked for help.

By Shari Roan
January 3, 2010

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