Bariatrics by Borudes

04/09/2025

Bariatric surgery is surrounded by many misconceptions. Let’s clear the air and separate myths from facts:

🔴 Myth 1: Bariatric surgery is just cosmetic.
✅ Fact: It’s not a beauty procedure—it’s a scientifically proven medical treatment for obesity. It helps improve or even resolve serious health conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and heart disease.

🔴 Myth 2: Bariatric surgery is unsafe.
✅ Fact: With modern technology and experienced surgeons, bariatric surgery today is very safe. For many patients, the long-term health risks of obesity are far greater than the surgical risks.

🔴 Myth 3: You’ll regain all the weight quickly.
✅ Fact: With lifestyle changes—balanced diet, physical activity, and follow-ups—patients can maintain weight loss long-term.

🔴 Myth 4: Only “extremely obese” people need it.
✅ Fact: Bariatric surgery is considered for those with a BMI ≥35 with comorbidities, or BMI ≥40 even without conditions. It’s not only for the “heaviest” patients—it’s for anyone struggling with obesity and its medical complications.

🔴 Myth 5: You can’t live a normal life after surgery.
✅ Fact: Patients return to their regular lives, often with more energy, mobility, and confidence. They can enjoy normal food in moderation and live healthier, longer lives.

To learn more: visit https://bariatricsindia.in/
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29/08/2025

In this video, Prof. Dr. Sanjay Borude, Bariatric Surgeon, Breach Candy Hospital - Mumbai, clears the confusion around these common weight-loss myths.

👉 Should you skip meals for faster results?
👉 Does simply turning vegetarian guarantee weight loss?
👉 What’s the right approach for sustainable, healthy weight management?

Dr. Borude shares medical insights and practical advice that can help you make informed choices for your health.

💡 Remember, weight loss is not just about diet labels—it’s about balance, portion control, and lifestyle.

To learn more: visit https://bariatricsindia.in/
or call us on: +91 87600 33333

28/08/2025

Can Skipping Meals & Switching to a Vegetarian Diet Help You Lose Weight? 🤔🥗❌🍛

Many believe skipping meals or turning vegetarian is the fastest way to shed those extra kilos. But is it really healthy or effective in the long run? 👨‍⚕️ Prof. Dr. Sanjay Borude, Senior Bariatric Surgeon, Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai, busts myths and shares science-backed insights on what works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to weight loss.

🎥 Stay tuned!

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27/08/2025

May Lord Ganesha bless you with good health, happiness, and the strength to remove every obstacle on your path.

🩺 Just like Ganpati Bappa removes “Vighnas” (obstacles), let’s also work towards removing the biggest health obstacle of our times – Obesity.

This festive season, choose balanced food, mindful eating, and an active lifestyle for a lighter and healthier tomorrow.

Bariatrics by Borudes wishes you and your family a very Happy Ganesh Chaturthi! 🙏

🌿 Ganpati Bappa Morya! 🌿

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25/08/2025

🧬🍔 Obesity – Genetic or Lifestyle?
Obesity is not just about “eating more” or “moving less.” Many people wonder – “Is it because of our genes, or is it the way we live our lives?”

👉 The truth: It’s a mix of both.
While lifestyle changes are the foundation, in many cases medical management or bariatric surgery become necessary to achieve long-term, sustainable weight loss and to reverse health problems like diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea.
✔ Genetics can influence body weight, metabolism, and fat storage.
✔ Lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, stress, and sleep also play a major role.

💡 Remember: Obesity is a disease — and like any disease, it needs proper treatment.

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21/08/2025

✅ CME Successfully Conducted! 🎉

We are happy to share that our CME on "Surgical Suturing Program with Hands-on" was successfully conducted at LTMG Hospital and Medical College, Sion on 14th August 2025.

With the participation of 70+ enthusiastic resident doctors and healthcare professionals, the program created an excellent platform for learning, skill enhancement, and professional exchange.

"It was truly inspiring to see young surgeons and medical professionals actively engaging in this workshop. Practical training like this not only strengthens surgical skills but also builds confidence to perform better in real clinical practice. I thank everyone who joined and contributed to making this CME a success."
- Prof Dr. Sanjay Borude, Emeritus Professor, LTMG Hospital.

07/08/2025

07/07/2025

🩺 Does Bariatric Surgery Help Reverse Diabetes?
YES! For many patients, Bariatric Surgery isn’t just about weight loss — it’s a powerful tool to improve or even reverse Type 2 Diabetes.

🔬 Here's how it helps:
✅ Reduces insulin resistance
✅ Lowers blood sugar levels
✅ May eliminate the need for diabetes medication
✅ Improves metabolic function within days to weeks after surgery — even before major weight loss occurs!

📊 Clinical studies show that up to 80% of patients with Type 2 Diabetes see significant remission after bariatric surgery. As always, results vary — it depends on factors like how long you’ve had diabetes, your age, and your overall health.

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04/07/2025

Obesity is not just a matter of appearance — it's a serious health concern that silently contributes to multiple life-threatening diseases.

In this video, Dr. Sanjay Borude breaks down how excess body fat affects nearly every system in the body, increasing the risk of:

🫀 Heart disease and hypertension

🩸 Type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance

🫁 Sleep apnea and respiratory issues

🧠 Stroke and mental health conditions

🧬 Certain cancers (like breast and colon)

🦴 Joint pain and osteoarthritis

🧠 PCOS, fatty liver, and more

03/07/2025

Obesity is not just about excess weight — it’s a gateway to serious health problems. In our upcoming video, Prof. Dr. Sanjay Borude, explains the major diseases linked to obesity and why early awareness and action are critical.

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01/07/2025

Today, on 🩺 National Doctors' Day, we salute all the doctors who dedicate their lives to healing others — through every long hour, difficult decision, and life-saving effort.

At Bariatrics by Borudes, we carry forward this legacy of care — helping individuals fight obesity and reclaim healthier lives, one patient at a time.

A heartfelt thank you to all the doctors who stand by patients not just as medical professionals, but as guides, supporters, and warriors in the journey of health.

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