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How much does it cost to have weight loss surgery?

Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
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Claudia Carberry is a Registered Dietitian specializing in kidney transplants and counseling patients for weight loss at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She is a member of the Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia received her MS in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2010.

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Surgery costs vary by procedure, facility, and insurance coverage. Talk to your doctor about getting a referral and plan to see a registered dietitian prior to surgery.

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Which weight loss medications may be used to treat obesity?

Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
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Medications are constantly changing. Talk to your doctor to find out if there is a safe medication out there for you. Either way, diet and exercise will still have to be a part of your life.

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Do you lose weight faster if you are overweight?

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If you are not overweight, you do not need to lose weight. Burning calories through exercise and limiting calories in your diet will help you lose weight.

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How long does it take to lose 100 pounds?

Claudia Carberry, RD, MS
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Claudia Carberry is a Registered Dietitian specializing in kidney transplants and counseling patients for weight loss at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She is a member of the Arkansas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Claudia received her MS in Nutrition from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2010.

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It is safe to lose 1-2 pounds per week, so it might take 1-2 years to lose 100 pounds.

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