Surgeon highlights effective weight loss solution for men

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In a discussion about men's weight loss journeys, surgeon Dr. Arturo Torices highlights that men are less likely to seek medical attention and often face issues like diabetes, hypertension, and morbid obesity.

Bariatric surgery, now known as metabolic surgery, is emphasized as an effective long-term weight loss solution that also improves health by managing conditions like diabetes and hypertension.

The surgery requires significant lifestyle changes, including dietary adjustments and vitamin intake.

Dr. Torices also touches on the high prevalence of morbid obesity in the Rio Grande Valley, attributed to the rich Mexican cuisine, and suggests that bariatric surgery is a valuable tool for weight loss and overall health improvement.

Torices encourages men to consult specialists and emphasizes that they are not alone in their journey.