Helpful Resources

American Council on Exercise (ACE)
This nonprofit fitness certification and education organization offers health and fitness tips, healthy recipes, articles about fitness training, descriptions and photos of several exercises, an online newsletter and more. Be sure to consult with your physician before participating in any form of exercise.
www.acefitness.org

American Obesity Association
The American Obesity Association is an organization which promotes education, research and community action to change our society’s conception of obesity and to develop strategies to deal with this epidemic disease.
www.obesity.org

American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
The American Society for Bariatric Surgery is an organization for surgeons and allied health professionals that provides education and support to advance the art and science of bariatric surgery.
www.asmbs.org

Bariatric Fusion
A complete multivitamin and supplement specially formulated by medical professionals for bariatric surgery patients
www.bariatricfusion.com

Calorie Counter Database
Sponsored by About.com this website provides free weight loss tools, nutritional information, and access to a support network.
www.calorie-count.com

Ethicon-Endosurgery, Inc.
A division of Johnson & Johnson, this global medical device company’s expertise includes the realm of bariatric surgery. Either of their weight loss surgery websites provides excellent comprehensive information about bariatrics.
www.weightlosssurgeryinfo.com
www.bariatricedge.com

Exercise Prescription on the Net (ExRx.net)
ExRx.net offers extensive information about exercise science, diet and nutrition, aerobic and weight training and more. This site is great for more advanced exercise enthusiasts providing answers to frequently asked questions, fitness testing protocols and more.
Be sure to consult with your physician before participating in any form of exercise.
www.exrx.net

Fitness Partner Connection Jumpsite!
In connection with the American College of Sports Medicine, this website features a calorie calculator for over 200 different activities.
http://www.primusweb.com/fitnesspartner/jumpsite/calculat.htm

Food and Nutrition Information Center (FNIC)
A nationally funded provider of online nutrition information, the FNIC website features a full alphabetical listing of nutrition topics, the USDA Nutrient Database for food analysis, a bibliography about dietary supplements, and much more.
http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic

LapBand.com
Information about the LapBand system
http://www.lapband.com

NAASO, The Obesity Society
Since 1982, this leading scientific society has been committed to encouraging research on the causes and treatment of obesity, and to keeping the medical community and public informed of new advances. NAASO publishes a professional journal called Obesity. This is a great resource for online research and access to a full library of free abstracts.
www.obesityresearch.org

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
This national organization specializes in clinical research for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of heart, blood vessel, lung, and blood diseases; and sleep disorders. Their website provides health assessment tools, recipes, menu planners, guidelines on the evaluation and treatment of obesity, and information about specific conditions, like sleep apnea.
www.nhlbi.nih.gov

National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
The NIDDK is a nationally funded organization devoted to clinical research. The health information section about weight control and physical activity contains multiple links to statistics about obesity, and information about normal digestion, surgical treatment options for obesity, references and reading lists, and more.
www.niddk.nih.gov

National Institutes of Health (NIH)
As part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the NIH is the primary Federal agency for conducting and supporting medical research. NIH scientists investigate disease prevention, as well as the causes, treatments, and cures for common and rare diseases. This website provides comprehensive health information, links to nutrition wellness and lifestyle topics, and a free weekly health newsletter.
www.nih.gov

Nutrition Data
This interactive site provides a complete nutrient analysis for any food or recipe, and fast food facts for some of the most popular chain restaurants.
http://www.nutritiondata.com/

Obesity Help
Obesity Help sponsors this community website for patients and professionals featuring multiple forums, photo galleries, WLS news, information about surgeons in your area, and more.
www.obesityhelp.com

Overeaters Anonymous
This self-supporting group meets regularly to share, strenghten, and provide hope for fellow complusive eaters. For more information about local groups, refer to the white pages in your local telephone directory of visit their website.
www.oa.org

Realize Band
Information about the new Realize band by Ethicon-Endo
www.RealizeMySuccess.com

Surgical Review Corporation
Dedicated to promoting surgical excellence, the Surgical Review Corporation was formed to evaluate, and investigate bariatric surgery programs. Those programs with the highest levels of efficacy, efficiency and safety are designated Bariatric Surgery Centers of Excellence.
www.surgicalreview.org

Synergy Health & Fitness Associates, Inc.
Affiliated with Synergy Bariatrics, this unique fitness facility was designed to promote education and support with exercise, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles through group instruction and individual support. Gastric bypass patients and others in the community can enjoy state-of-the-art fitness equipment, fun exercise classes, an array of nutrition related services, and social activities in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere.
www.synergyweightloss.com

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
For more information about the Food Guide Pyramid, healthy eating recommendations, and a detailed assessment of your food intake and physical activity level, refer to this website sponsored by the USDA.
http://www.mypyramid.gov/

Unjury
Unjury is the manufacturer and distributor of high-grade and good tasting protein supplements. Their website features product information, recipes, a calculator to assess your daily protein needs and another to determine your daily protein consumption. Bariatric surgery patients should be aware that their protein needs may be higher or lower based upon their procedure type and time after surgery. Be sure to consult with a registered dietitian for clarification.
http://www.unjury.com/reg/calculator.shtml