This brings about many health benefits for the individual, and a new study shows it also affects family members in a positive way.
Dr. John Morton, director of bariatric surgery at the Stanford School of Medicine told HealthDay, “We knew that obese family members and spouses increases your risk of being obese. We thought, ‘Well, can we make this work in reverse?’ And that’s exactly what we found.”
The study results illustrated a 'ripple effect' among family members; the patient loses a major amount of weight, and the family follows right behind. Eating and fitness habits changed for the better, which is really encouraging news for millions of families dealing with obesity today.
The researchers said, “If one family member makes drastic lifestyle changes following surgery, it is possible that other family members will adopt similar healthy habits.”
To learn more, read the full article: Bariatric Surgery - A Health Boost for the Entire Family
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