Comprehensive Treatment for a Complex Disease

Contrary to popular belief, being overweight is not simply a matter of willpower. Medical research has shown that the causes of obesity and weight gain are far more complex and include such factors as genetic makeup, learned behavior, living environment, medical conditions, and a combination of physical health and emotional well-being.

To make matters worse, modern living’s emphasis on the quick and easy has led to changes in the way we eat and exercise, emphasizing increased portion size, unhealthy meals, and a more sedentary lifestyle. The daily challenges to maintain a healthy weight affect us all, from the very young to the very old, and the numbers are rising at an alarming rate.

Today, obesity is recognized as a chronic, debilitating disorder that requires serious attention. The American Heart Association estimates that 34% of Americans are overweight. More than 14 million are seriously overweight. Approximately five million are morbidly obese. An individual is considered morbidly obese if he or she is 100 pounds or more overweight, or has a body mass index greater than 40. The term "morbid" means unhealthy or diseased, and a morbidly obese person faces extreme health risks that can have a negative impact on lifestyle and activity, as well as physical and mental health. The cycle, once begun, can be difficult to break.

Forget the outdated image of the jolly fat man. Obesity is no laughing matter. It can cause a range of far-reaching medical problems, such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer, liver disease, and degenerative joint disease. Morbid obesity has been proven to dramatically increase the possibility of death.

At Coast Plaza Hospital, we know how difficult losing weight can be. And we know that the health risks associated with obesity are serious and frightening. With this in mind, we have joined forces with one of the most effective, medically proven weight-loss programs available, New Reflections. Whether your condition is best suited to medical or surgical weight-loss, we can help you reach your desired weight safely, under the watchful eyes of skilled physicians. No matter if your goal is to lose ten pounds so you can feel better about yourself or one hundred pounds to improve your health, Coast Plaza can give you the tools and support necessary to achieve and maintain a healthy weight and a positive outlook.

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