Healthy Halloween Treats

Healthy Halloween Treats

At Advanced Surgical, where we offer weight loss programs to the people of Melbourne, FL, we see the effects of unhealthy eating every day.  It is a major cause of obesity.  It is certainly not the ONLY cause of obesity, but it is definitely a major contributor for...
Fall Fitness for Kids

Fall Fitness for Kids

With fall officially here, you may be wondering how to keep your kids active so that they aren’t just sitting inside playing video games when they are not at school.  With school in session, at least they at least have P.E. to give them some exercise, but more...
Brevard County Requiring ECGs for Student-Athletes

Brevard County Requiring ECGs for Student-Athletes

Brevard County Requiring ECGs for Student-Athletes A couple of months ago we did a blog addressing the need for young student-athletes to have sports physicals done prior to participating in sports in order to ensure they were healthy, particularly their hearts.  We...

The Ins and Outs of Gastric Bypass Surgery

The Ins and Outs of Gastric Bypass Surgery By now, we all know that there is surgery available for weight loss.  Weight loss (or bariatric) surgery is used in cases where the patient is considered obese according to medical standards.  Weight loss surgery is...
How To Choose Your Weight Loss Surgeon

How To Choose Your Weight Loss Surgeon

Getting weight loss surgery is a big decision.  Such a decision should not be taken lightly.  The surgeon you choose to perform your weight loss surgery is also a big decision.  We thought you might find it helpful if we go over some of the things that you should look...
Why Can’t I Drink Soda Every Day? – Part Two

Why Can’t I Drink Soda Every Day? – Part Two

Why Can’t I Drink Soda Every Day? – Part Two At Advanced Surgical and Weight Loss Institute of Melbourne, FL we care about your health.  Every day we see the effects that poor dietary choices can have on your health.  That’s why we want to warn you against the...