Your BMI
is 47
Your BMI of 47 classifies you as having severe obesity and, because of this, you are exposed to a higher risk of developing high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea or other serious health conditions. If diet and exercise have not helped you reach your goal weight, consult a bariatric surgeon about the available surgical options.
Each person’s body is unique and may have different caloric needs. When your body’s caloric balance status is in caloric excess, it means that you are eating more calories than your body is using and you will store these excess calories as fat. Besides diet and behavior, the environment and genetic factors may also have a significant effect in causing people to be overweight or obese. It is important to understand the risks you are facing if you do not take any measures to lose weight.
Overweight and obese individuals are at increased risk for many diseases and health conditions, including the following:
- Hypertension27%
- Dyslipidemia60%
- High LDL
Cholesterol41% - Low HDL
Cholesterol28%
- High levels
of
Triglycerides33% - Gallbladder
Disease12% - Type
2 diabetes90% - Coronary
Heart disease21% - Stroke22%
- Osteoarthritis40%
- Sleep
Apnea78% - Some
Cancers18%
If you are seriously overweight, have tried dieting and exercise but you fail to lose weight, weight loss surgery is a viable option to consider. If your weight is impacting the quality of your life, bariatric surgery can help you regain control of your life and improve your health.
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Lap Band Procedure For a BMI 47
Having a BMI greater than 30 doubles one’s risk of congestive heart failure. At BMIs over 40, patients are considered to be morbidly obese and should consider weight loss surgery. The lap band can help severely obese patients lose an average of 60% of their excess weight 5 years after the procedure. Gastric banding has shown to be safer than other invasive weight loss surgeries and has shown to improve or resolve several serious obesity-related comorbid conditions.
Morbid obesity is associated with a multitude of health problems, many of which significantly increase the risk of death. The lap band procedure is a reliable option for those suffering from morbid obesity, but patients must comprehend the risks and benefits of the procedure. Depending on the type of procedure you require the weight loss surgery costs can vary from $7,000 to $23,000.
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Gastric Bypass Procedure For a BMI 47
The gastric bypass is one of 4 types of operations for morbid obesity and has showed results for patients who are seriously obese, who have been unable to achieve satisfactory and sustained weight loss by various dietary efforts and for people who suffer from comorbid conditions, which are a serious impairment to the quality of life or are life-threatening.
Gastric bypass is recommended for morbidly obese patients with a BMI over 40. Patients should expect a weight loss of 65-80% of excess body weight in time after the surgery. The medically more significant effects include a dramatic reduction in comorbid conditions. Patients are required to follow a diet plan and lead an active life in order to maintain their weight after the procedure.
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Gastric Plication Procedure For a BMI 47
You may be a candidate for gastric plication if you have a BMI greater than 35 with one or more obesity-related conditions (diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure). You may also be a candidate for this procedure if you have a BMI of 40 or more, even without the presence of any obesity-related diseases. Gastric plication does not cause decreased absorption of nutrients or bypass your intestines.
The portion of the stomach that is plicated is known as “the greater curve” and it is the portion of the stomach which is able to dramatically expand when the patient eats. By reducing the size of the stomach’s capacity to approximately 3 ounces, the patient is able to lose up to 70% of the excess weight and the diseases associated with morbid obesity will mainly resolve.
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Gastric Sleeve Procedure For a BMI 47
Morbidly obese patients with a BMI of 40 and over are ideal candidates for sleeve gastrectomy. The total excess body weight patients will lose in time after the procedure is approximately 66%. During the procedure, the surgeon creates a smaller stomach pouch, which will limit the amount of food that can be eaten at one time. Patients will feel full sooner and stay full longer. The body will stop storing excess calories and will start using its fat supply for energy.
The gastric sleeve does not significantly affect normal digestion and absorption, as food passes through the digestive tract in the usual order. The procedure requires commitment in the long run and the advantages of gastric sleeve surgery make every effort count. It is highly important to keep appointments with the medical team, follow the recommended eating plan and be physically active in order to reach your weight goal and avoid adding weight back.
More About The Gastric Sleeve Procedure »Regardless of the severity of the diet you choose to follow, a minimum amount of nutrients must be consumed daily for your health. The following list contains an estimation of the daily required nutrients, as established by the Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine:
| Your Daily Nutrients Need | ||
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.0 | g |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 | g |
| Linoleic Acid | 12000.0 | mg |
| Alpha-Linolenic Acid | 1100.0 | mg |
| Protein | 33.0 | g |
| Vitamins | ||
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2333.0 | IU |
| Vitamin C | 75.0 | mg |
| Vitamin D | 200.0 | IU |
| Vitamin E | 15.0 | mg |
| Vitamin K | 90.0 | mcg |
| Thiamin | 1.1 | mg |
| Riboflavin | 1.1 | mg |
| Niacin | 14.0 | mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.3 | mg |
| Folate | 400.0 | mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.4 | mcg |
| Pantothenic Acid | 5.0 | mg |
| Biotin | 30.0 | mcg |
| Choline | 425.0 | mg |
| Minerals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 1000.0 | mg |
| Chromium | 25.0 | mcg |
| Copper | 0.9 | mg |
| Fluoride | 3.0 | mg |
| Iodine | 150.0 | mcg |
| Iron | 8.0 | mg |
| Magnesium | 310.0 | mg |
| Manganese | 1.8 | mg |
| Molybdenum | 45.0 | mcg |
| Phosphorus | 700.0 | mg |
| Selenium | 55.0 | mcg |
| Zinc | 8.0 | mg |
Disclaimer
The above recommendations are only estimates of your minimum needs, and illness or any genetic individuality is not taken into account. Furthermore, these recommendations are specific to women with ages between 19 and 30, and may differ from the standardized Daily Values used on nutrition facts labels.
Physical activity has many benefits.
People used to a sedentary lifestyle should be careful and start with small amounts of physical activity such as walking to the nearest grocery shop instead of taking the car, using the stairs instead of taking the elevator. House cleaning chores also burn many calories. Duration, frequency and intensity of physical activity should be increased gradually. Exercise routines should include cardio exercises, strength training exercises and stretching exercises.
