Published on: 7/30/2025
What are the health benefits of bariatric surgery besides weight loss?
Besides weight loss, bariatric surgery can improve health by reducing diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea.
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Bariatric surgery is not just about losing weight; it also helps improve many health problems. After surgery, many people see a big drop in their blood sugar levels, which can help with diabetes. This happens because the surgery changes how the body uses sugar and fat.
Other benefits include better heart health. The surgery can lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, making the heart healthier. People with sleep apnea, a condition where breathing stops during sleep, may also breathe better after surgery.
In summary, bariatric surgery helps with diabetes, heart health, and sleep apnea, making it a powerful tool for improving overall health.
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- Arterburn DE, Telem DA, Kushner RF, & Courcoulas AP. (2020). Benefits and Risks of Bariatric Surgery in Adults: A Review. JAMA, 32870301.
- Nguyen NT, & Varela JE. (2017). Bariatric surgery for obesity and metabolic disorders: state .... Nature reviews. Gastroenterology & hepatology, 27899816.
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