Wife Loses 120 Pounds With Bariatric Surgery, Surprises Military Husband WithTransformation
Years of failed dieting, pills and exercise encouraged Casey to search for a solution to achieve a healthier weight. She found that with the help of gastric sleeve surgery. A year after surgery, she’s lost 120 pounds and found a new life with more energy and confidence. Read her story. Searching for a Solution I…Read more
Sugar and The Heart: How Much is Too Much?
Sugar affects the heart in several ways and can increase the risk of heart disease. “Sugar may cause inflammatory responses in the body and put more strain on the heart,” said Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Allyson Carroll. “Sugar intake has shown to increase LDL cholesterol (commonly referred to as “bad cholesterol”) and triglycerides when overconsumed, increasing…Read more
9 Heart-Healthy Nutrition Tips to Try Today
Eating healthy can help lower your risk of heart disease. But with so many fad diets and conflicting information, you may feel overwhelmed about where to start and how to keep a healthy lifestyle. Our experts at Arkansas Heart have nine simple tips to help you with a heart-healthy eating plan. “We want to help…Read more
Weight Loss Surgery Eases Tina’s Arthritis Pain, Resolves Diabetes
Tina’s arthritis forced her to retire early, so she chose to reclaim her life through weight surgery at the Bariatric & Metabolic Institute at Arkansas Heart Hospital. Read her story. The First Step I struggled with weight loss for years. I was tired of being unhealthy, overweight and not being able to enjoy life. I…Read more
Should I See a Wound Care Specialist for My Wound?
Many people will suffer from some type of wound in their lifetime, whether it’s cuts and scrapes that heal quickly or a more severe wound that won’t go away. How do you know when your wound needs treatment from a wound care expert rather than from yourself or a primary care physician? Dr. Gary McCallum,…Read more
It Starts in the Classroom
“If you understand how something works, it becomes knowledge you own,” says Lynette Flynn, clinical educator at Arkansas Heart Hospital. With years of experience running a critical care unit, revamping our educational programs as well as training some of our top leadership and physicians, it’s evident Lynette knows what she’s talking about. Arkansas Heart Hospital…Read more
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Erased From Amber’s Future After Bariatric Surgery
Amber underwent weight loss surgery to prevent health conditions and become a healthy role model for her children. After losing more than 160 pounds, she’s loving her new life. Read her story. I have struggled with my weight since I was 20. I reached 300 pounds around my 23rd birthday and kept gaining weight after…Read more
3 Bariatric Surgery Misconceptions
There are many misconceptions about bariatric surgery due to a lack of information and understanding. With the help of our Bariatric & Metabolic Institute at Arkansas Heart Hospital team, we have addressed three common weight loss surgery misconceptions and explained why there are incorrect. With diet and exercise, surgery is unnecessary For some suffering with…Read more
The Heart Screening That Saved Jewell’s Life (And Why You Should Schedule Your “Keep the Beat” Today)
When Jewell and his brother came to Arkansas Heart Hospital for Keep the Beat heart screenings, they were simply precautionary. Jewell’s brother’s screening came back fine – but Jewell’s found several previously undetected health concerns. “He got a good report and mine was terrible,” he remembers. He had a severe multi-vessel blockage, calling for medications and…Read more
5 Benefits of Knowing your Family Medical History
Your family’s health – past and present – can have a big impact on you. For some, that might be concerning news. However, there’s a silver lining. You can change your health trajectory through knowledge of your family medical history and prevention. “Discussing your family medical history may not be an easy topic to bring…Read more