Losing 50 or more pounds isn’t easy. It takes time, it takes effort and it takes support.
Jan 19th, 2019
Losing 50 or more pounds isn’t easy. It takes time, it takes effort and it takes support.
Being overweight increases your risk of developing microvascular disease, neuropathy, peripheral artery disease and critical limb ischemia, which can lead to amputation.
Metropolitan Gastroenterology Consultants and Darrien Gaston, M.D., are pleased to announce that the practice has met all Better Business Bureau standards and is now an Accredited Business.
The advantages of weight loss go far beyond the physical and will enrich all facets of your life.
As you read this, as you sleep at night, as you work during the day, some part of your digestive system is working to nourish your body.
The American Cancer Society changed its screening guidelines for this deadly but easily preventable disease.
We are proud to acknowledge Metropolitan Gastroenterology Consultants through our Endoscopy Unit Recognition Program
Dr. Gaston is now using carbon dioxide (CO2) during screenings to avoid the cramping and bloating during endoscopic exams.
When you take antacids several times a week, your heartburn may be a symptom of a more severe problem like acid reflux or GERD.
Research suggests that, while willpower is vital to setting goals in the first place, habits and opportunity more accurately determine when you’ll reach a goal. When it comes to weight loss, Dr. Gaston is here with solutions to making habits stick and hel
Dr. Gaston is here to explain why digestive issues seem to be more frequent and more severe during the holidays.
Enjoy the holiday goodies without food regret by using your own hand as a portion control guide.
Genetics can affect obesity, but there are solutions to override your family's history of being overweight.
Metropolitan Gastroenterology Consultants Earns Prestigious Joint Commission Accreditation for Third Consecutive Time
Damage to your liver means damage to the rest of your body - and as there are seldom symptoms, liver diseases are typically not diagnosed until it’s too late.
For many of us, summertime means juicy burgers sizzling on the grill, thick steaks done to just-pink inside and sauce-slathered ribs. Unfortunately, eating all that red meat actually means you’ll be enjoying fewer summers in your lifetime.
Achieving a healthy weight before you conceive is vital to a healthy pregnancy, a healthy baby and a healthy recovery.
Research shows a decrease in the incidence and risk of cancer after weight loss procedures. When you undergo a weight loss procedure, your risk of cancer can drop by 33%!
Dr. Gaston and Metropolitan Gastroenterology Consultants is here to explain why getting an abdominal massage - or giving yourself one - is a big benefit to your health.
About a century ago, the American Medical Association published a condemnation of colonic cleansing and the medical community has been pushing back against this harmful practice ever since.
Nearly one in four bariatric surgery patients are still taking opioids one year after surgery to relieve ongoing pain.
Colon cancer rates are rising for adults ages 20-39
Researchers are studying ways to help ease symptoms, including spices, teas and supplements.
Making resolutions can happen any time, and you can renew your resolutions at any moment too.
Using the Obalon Weight Loss System can actually pay you $1,500 when you lose more than 40 lbs.
The simple plain truth is that soft drinks, pop, soda, fruit drinks, energy drinks, sports drinks, sweetened tea, sweetened water and other sweetened beverages are clearly and statistically shown to increase obesity and lead to a decline in overall health.
Dr. Gaston's Patient Siblings Team Win $10,000 for Achieving Weight Loss Goals
Hemorrhoids hurt - but removal doesn’t have to.
Dr. Gaston Offers Non-Surgical Orbera Weight Loss Balloon
Metro GI, Dr. Gaston Receive Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval®
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month! Are you ready to celebrate?
Your Weight Loss Journey Doesn't Have to Be a Solo One