Fitness

Fitness

Related to the practice of regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and health.

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cholesterol

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A soft, waxy substance present in cells throughout the body. Deposition of cholesterol in blood vessels initiates the formation of plaques.

American Society for Bariatric Surgery (ASBS)

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This is the largest bariatric surgery society in the world. It was created in 1983 to "advance the art and science of bariatric surgery. " Most surgeons who have committed a major ...

American Board of Surgery

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This is the official certifying agency for American surgeons. A surgeon who is "Board Certified" has completed a recognized residency program in general surgery and passed ...

aftercare

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A general term comprising the ongoing post-surgical fluid adjustments to the band, fluoroscopy, and nutritional counseling our patients receive.

aerobic exercise

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Any activity involving large muscles, done for an extended period of time. Aerobic exercise can be done for weight loss, but it also provides cardiovascular benefits. Examples of ...

aerobic

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Oxygen-requiring. Aerobic bacteria need oxygen to grow. Aerobic exercise requires the heart and lungs to work harder to meet the body's increased oxygen demand.