Andrea Bariatric Surgery

17/12/2025

🏆 And we have our champions! 🏆

Congratulations to our incredible winners of the Jumanji Treasure Hunt by Andrea Bariatric Surgery!

Your teamwork, strategy, determination, and energy truly set you apart — every challenge conquered, every clue cracked, every step earned.

A big shout-out as well to all our participants for bringing the adventure to life. This was a reminder that success is built on collaboration, resilience, and having fun along the way.

15/12/2025

Event Highlights: Jumanji Treasure Hunt

Moments like these say it all! 📸🌿
From intense problem-solving and teamwork to smiles, laughter, and victorious celebrations — the Jumanji Treasure Hunt by Andrea Bariatric Surgery was packed with energy from start to finish.

15/12/2025

Our Jumanji Treasure Hunt by Andrea Bariatric Surgery has officially come to an end — and what an unforgettable adventure it was!

Until the next adventure… stay bold, stay active, and keep exploring!

05/12/2025

🌿 Diabesity: How weight and Sugar intertwined

The term “diabesity” describes the close relationship between obesity and type 2 diabetes. These two conditions often develop together because they share the same underlying metabolic mechanisms.

🧠 Why They Influence Each Other

1. Insulin Resistance
Excess body fat—especially around the abdomen—interferes with how cells respond to insulin. This leads to higher blood glucose levels and higher insulin levels.

2. High Insulin Levels → Weight Gain
When insulin is persistently elevated, the body tends to store more fat. This makes weight loss more difficult, even with lifestyle changes.

3. Inflammation
Obesity increases inflammatory hormones, which further impair insulin sensitivity and glucose control.

4. Hormonal Disruption
Appetite-regulating hormones (like GLP-1, leptin, ghrelin) may become imbalanced, affecting hunger, satiety, and metabolism.

🔄 Why Managing One Helps the Other

Because diabetes and obesity share the same metabolic roots, improvements in one area often lead to improvements in the other:

• Even a 5–7% weight reduction can significantly improve insulin sensitivity.

• Better blood glucose control can reduce cravings, fatigue, and fluctuations that make weight management harder.

• Lower insulin levels make it easier for the body to access stored fat.

📚 Key Insight

Diabetes management and weight management are not separate goals.
They work best when addressed together because they influence each other at every metabolic level.

🧩 Takeaway

Understanding diabesity helps explain why:
• Some people struggle to lose weight despite trying.
• Diabetes control plateaus without lifestyle or metabolic intervention.
• Treating metabolism holistically leads to better long-term outcomes.

This perspective also reduces blame and stigma—reminding us that diabesity is a medical condition, not a willpower problem.

20/11/2025

Dapat Tawaran Haji, Tapi Tak Lepas Syarat Kesihatan?

Ramai jemaah yang terpilih ke Haji 2026 terhalang kerana BMI melebihi 37.5 atau kawalan diabetes yang tidak stabil.

Tetapi berita baiknya — anda masih ada masa untuk perbaiki tahap kesihatan dan kembali layak.

Sebagai klinik yang berpengalaman dalam pengurusan berat badan dan diabetes, kami menawarkan:

✔ Program penurunan berat badan perubatan
✔ Pemantauan diabetes sehingga capai kawalan lebih stabil
✔ Pelan nutrisi & gaya hidup khas untuk bakal jemaah

Matlamat kami mudah:
Bantu anda mencapai syarat kesihatan Haji dengan cara yang selamat, terkawal dan berkesan.

Jika anda:
• BMI tinggi (lebih 37.5)
• HbA1c tinggi / kencing manis tidak terkawal
• Risau tak sempat capai kelayakan

Boleh hubungi kami untuk penilaian awal dan mulakan langkah pertama anda.

Jangan lepaskan peluang Haji kerana masalah yang boleh dirawat.

14/11/2025

Bariatrik penyelamat nyawa, bukan jalan pintas untuk kurus

Ramai masih salah faham apabila mendengar istilah pembedahan bariatrik, ada yang menganggapnya jalan pintas untuk kurus, malah ada p**a melihatnya sebagai pembedahan kosmetik demi penampilan semata-mata.

04/11/2025

Pembedahan Bariatrik Bukan Pembedahan Kosmetik

Ramai orang salah faham bila dengar tentang pembedahan bariatrik — terus fikir ia pembedahan untuk kecantikan atau semata-mata nak nampak kurus. Tapi sebenarnya, pembedahan bariatrik bukan pembedahan kosmetik. Ia adalah rawatan perubatan untuk penyakit obesiti, yang diiktiraf sebagai penyakit kronik oleh Pertubuhan Kesihatan Sedunia (WHO).

Ia hanya disarankan kepada mereka yang mempunyai BMI tinggi dan sudah mencuba pelbagai cara lain seperti diet dan senaman tapi tidak berjaya. Sebab itu, sebelum menjalani pembedahan, pesakit perlu menjalani penilaian menyeluruh oleh doktor bariatrik.

Namun, kalau anda buat pembedahan ini semata-mata untuk tujuan kecantikan, anda mungkin tidak memahami disiplin dan komitmen sebenar yang diperlukan untuk menjadikannya berjaya. Bariatrik bukan jalan pintas — ia memerlukan perubahan gaya hidup, pemakanan yang betul, pemantauan berkala, dan semangat jangka panjang.

Pembedahan ini bukan sekadar ubah saiz perut — ia mengubah cara tubuh berfungsi dan bagaimana anda perlu menjaga diri selepasnya. Kejayaan bukan diukur pada penampilan, tapi pada kesihatan dan kualiti hidup yang meningkat.

Jadi kalau ada yang buat pembedahan bariatrik hanya untuk nampak cantik di luar, itu sebenarnya salah faham. Kesan sebenar pembedahan ini bukan hanya di cermin, tapi pada kesihatan dan kualiti hidup. Menjadi lebih cantik satu bonus tambahan kepada tahap kesihatan yang lebih baik apabila berat badan dapat diturunkan.

20/10/2025

Happy Deepavali from all of us at Andrea Bariatric Surgery!

May this Festival of Lights bring you radiant health, joy, and renewal. Let’s celebrate new beginnings, brighter days, and the strength to shine from within.

10/10/2025

World Breast Cancer Day: Let’s Talk About the Link Between Weight and Breast Cancer

We often hear about regular screenings and self-checks — which are super important — but there’s another piece of the puzzle that doesn’t get talked about enough: our weight.

Did you know that carrying extra body fat can actually increase the risk of developing breast cancer, especially after menopause?

Here’s why:

• Fat tissue produces estrogen. After menopause, this becomes the main source of estrogen in the body. Too much of it can encourage certain types of breast cancer to grow.

• Extra weight fuels inflammation. Chronic inflammation can damage healthy cells and make it easier for cancer cells to thrive.

• Insulin resistance plays a part too. Higher insulin and blood sugar levels can drive cell growth and reduce the body’s ability to fight abnormal cells.

The good news? Even a small amount of weight loss (5–10%) can make a real difference — helping to balance hormones, lower inflammation, and support overall health.

So this World Breast Cancer Day, let’s remind ourselves (and the women we care about) that looking after our weight isn’t just about appearance — it’s about long-term health, energy, and cancer prevention.

Early detection saves lives. Healthy habits protect them.

26/09/2025

World Heart Day: How Bariatric Surgery Protects the Heart

Obesity is one of the strongest drivers of heart disease. It raises blood pressure, worsens cholesterol, increases diabetes risk, and fuels inflammation — all of which put extra strain on the heart. On this World Heart Day, let’s look at how bariatric surgery can transform heart health.

1. Lower Risk of Heart Attacks and Strokes
Large clinical studies show that bariatric surgery can reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events by up to 39–49%, and cut the risk of dying from heart disease by as much as 65% compared to patients who do not undergo surgery.

2. Improvement in Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
Many patients experience significant drops in blood pressure and improvements in cholesterol and triglycerides after surgery, lowering the long-term risk of atherosclerosis and heart attacks.

3. Diabetes Remission and Better Metabolic Health
By improving insulin sensitivity and, in many cases, sending type 2 diabetes into remission, bariatric surgery helps prevent the vascular damage that drives heart disease.

4. Protection for Those Already at Risk
Even in patients who already have heart disease or heart failure, bariatric surgery lowers the risk of future events by 40–56% and reduces cardiovascular deaths by 65%.

5. More Than Just Weight Loss
Beyond the numbers on the scale, bariatric surgery reduces inflammation, improves sleep apnea, and restores healthier metabolic balance — all of which protect the heart.

On this World Heart Day, remember: protecting your heart often starts with addressing obesity. Bariatric surgery is not just about weight loss — it’s a powerful intervention to lower cardiovascular risk and improve long-term quality of life.

12/09/2025

Struggling with Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery? There’s Hope!

Even after bariatric surgery, some patients may experience inadequate weight loss or weight regain. Don’t worry — this is more common than you think and it’s not your fault. The body adapts after surgery, and sometimes additional support is needed to maintain progress.

Medications like GLP-1 receptor agonists (e.g., Mounjaro, Ozempic) can help:

✅ Reduce appetite and cravings
✅ Improve blood sugar control
✅ Promote further weight loss in combination with healthy eating and exercise
✅ Help you get back on track when the scale stops moving

Important: These medications are most effective under medical supervision, especially after bariatric surgery, to ensure safety and optimize results.

If you’ve noticed your weight plateauing or creeping up after surgery, it’s a perfect time to consult a bariatric specialist to see if medication-assisted weight management is right for you.

💡 Tip: Weight regain doesn’t mean failure — it means your body needs a little extra help, and modern medical options like weight loss injections can give you that boost safely.

15/08/2025

Preparing for Bariatric Surgery: What You Should Do Before the Big Day

Bariatric surgery isn’t just about the operation itself — success begins before you enter the operating theatre. The better prepared you are, the smoother your recovery and the better your long-term results.

Here’s what to focus on in the weeks leading up to surgery:

1. Pre-Surgery Diet & Weight Loss
• Your surgeon or dietitian may put you on a low-calorie or liver-shrinkage diet.
• Even a small weight loss can make the surgery safer and reduce complications.

2. Quit Smoking & Limit Alcohol
• Smoking delays healing and increases complication risks. Ideally, stop at least 4–6 weeks before surgery.
• Alcohol can irritate the stomach lining and affect recovery.

3. Build Healthy Habits Now
• Start eating slowly, chewing thoroughly, and avoiding high-sugar/high-fat foods.
• Practise mindful eating — it will be crucial after surgery.

4. Exercise Within Your Ability
• Even light walking improves circulation, lung function, and recovery speed.
• If you have mobility limitations, ask your doctor for safe activity options.

5. Mental & Emotional Preparation
• Bariatric surgery changes more than your stomach — it changes your lifestyle.
• Consider joining a support group, speaking to a counsellor, or connecting with others who have been through it.

6. Plan Your Recovery Environment
• Arrange time off work, organise your home for easy movement, and prepare your first weeks’ worth of soft foods and supplements.

Remember: The surgery is just a tool. The habits you start before surgery are the same ones that will carry you through for life. Invest in your preparation — your future self will thank you.