Gastric balloon: Medically Proven Weight Loss Without Surgery?

Despite the plethora of information out there on weight loss and exercise, many are still misinformed about how to go about shedding some kilos, as evident by the number of crash diets I see. Now, don’t get me wrong — while some effort is still effort, wouldn’t you want to sustain the results of your […]

Understanding Bariatric Surgery (Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy)

Previously, I touched on gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, two very popular forms of bariatric surgery. In this post, I’ll introduce to you gastric band surgery.  Gastric band surgery or gastric banding is another surgical option I recommend to treat obesity. Similar to gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, gastric band surgery helps in weight loss by restricting the […]

Are You Confused About Diastasis & Hernias? You Are Not Alone.

Diastasis Recti, Umbilical Hernia, G & L Surgical Clinic, Dr Ganesh Ramalingam

Many mothers may find that their post-pregnancy stomach may go away even after birth.  We’ve heard mothers asking why they still look pregnant and why the bulge does not seem to go down? While it may be a concern for some, these issues typically belong to one, if not two, conditions that have been linked […]

8 Tips For Eating Your Way To A Healthier Weight: A Beginner’s Guide

Healthier Diet, Lifestyle Changes, G & L Surgical Clinic, Dr Ganesh Ramalingam

We all know that eating our way to a healthier weight can be done by opting for foods lower in calories and higher in nutritional value. However, what does this really mean? How do we find the right balance of nutrients for our bodies so we feel energized rather than exhausted after every meal?  You […]

Post Weight Loss Surgery: Making Lifestyle Changes

Making Lifestyle Changes Whether you’re considering going in for bariatric surgery or you’ve already set the date, it’s important to understand the changes you are going to have to make after the operation in order to keep your weight at a healthy level. No particular kind of bariatric surgery is a silver bullet for weight […]

Is Weight Loss Surgery Suitable For You?

With obesity rates rising in Singapore and around the world, an increasing number of people are turning to weight loss (bariatric) surgery to help them control their weight gain and manage complications from obesity. However, it’s important to note that such a drastic option is not suitable for everyone, and that lifestyle changes are generally […]

Prepping For Your Weight Loss Surgery? Here’s What You Need To Consider

Open Hernia Surgery, Traditional Hernia Surgery, Hernia Treatment Singapore, G&L Surgical, Dr Ganesh Ramalingam

The emergence of weight loss surgery is considered to be a very much welcome addition in the field of weight management. This in turn allows almost anyone a way to lose weight in a timely and effective manner. As such, a huge number of individuals consider procedures such as gastric bypass surgery, intragastric balloon surgery […]

Weight Loss Procedure Options You Can Consider Today

Modern age and technology has allowed for tons of innovation in the field of weight loss. This in turn gives a huge number of individuals a bigger room for experimentation in an effort to find the best weight loss solution for their very own today. Here are some weight loss procedure options you may want […]

Innovative Weight Loss Procedures Found Today

Weight loss surgery is done on a regular basis by a huge number of individuals all over the world. Many dream of losing weight and have been quite successful with the power of science. Modern age and technology has led to the emergence of new and innovation approach to weight loss. First off, intragastric balloon surgery is […]

Understanding Gastric Bypass Surgery

Depending on about 80% of total weight loss surgeries performed in the U.S, Gastric Bypass or Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery is mainly the most usual type of weight loss surgery. This procedure consists of two parts. Read on to know about the two. First is the creation of a small pouch in the stomach. The […]

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