Report ties meat, body fat to cancer

Excess body fat and red meat are linked to an increased risk of common cancers and should be avoided, the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research said.

About 40 percent of all cancers are linked to food, lack of exercise, and body weight, the organizations said in a 571-page report released yesterday. A panel of 21 researchers who compiled the report said it was the most comprehensive evaluation ever of evidence linking personal habits to cancer risk.

The findings are meant to guide future scientific research, cancer prevention education programs, and health policy around the world, panelists said.

"Part of the purpose of the report was to show that prevention of cancer by means of food, nutrition, and associated factors is as feasible and crucial as prevention of coronary heart disease," the researchers wrote. "The evidence that high body fatness and also physical inactivity are causes of a number of cancers, including common cancers, is particularly strong."

Hundreds of specialists evaluated more than 7,000 studies over five years to compile the report. Panelists found "convincing evidence" that carrying extra weight, particularly around the waist, may lead to cancer of the esophagus, pancreas, colon, kidney, and uterus, as well as postmenopausal breast cancer.

The panelists recommended keeping extra weight off, exercising at least 30 minutes a day, and limiting consumption of alcohol and high-fat foods, such as burgers, french fries, milk shakes, pastries, and sugary drinks. The guidelines also apply to cancer survivors, the report said.

Researchers said men should limit their alcohol intake to two drinks a day, and women one.

Red meat, such as beef, pork, and lamb, which are linked to colorectal cancer, should be replaced with poultry, fish, and eggs. Processed meats that include bacon and lunchmeat should also be avoided, researchers said.

Obesity-cancer link confirmed

This is Dave from Phx ( One of the three Kings )

Hi Everyone

Back from Las Vegas.

This is Dave from Phx ( One of the three Kings )

Everything went great,
Dr R and staff at CLOS are the best!!!!!!

I am down 14 pounds and feel great.

Would like to hear from the other 2 Kings.

I am looking forward to the CLOS event in April.

My name is Jeannine and I had the MGB in 2002.

Hi --

My name is Jeannine and I had the MGB in 2002.

I had a previous bowel surgery and had many adhesions.

I did have a problem because of that. During the surgery, my spleen got knicked and a hematoma (blood clot) formed around the spleen which had to be evacuated. So, I had to go back into surgery after 2 days.

It was scary but they were able to do the second surgery laparoscopically too which was a relief. So, there are always possibilities of problems in any occasion,

but the end result was still worth it.

From 295 to 160!!

Take Care --

Jeannine

Neuropathy due to Diabetes

Hi Melissa

I had neuropathy due to Diabetes before surgery in 10/25/05. Since losing so much weight (about 170 lbs. since surgery) I have increased sensation in my feet. My PCP is amazed with my progress. I can now feel were I couldn't before. I do have to be careful about how I step now because I don't have as much padding on my feet these days. I have been used to being able to walk through the house bare foot and step on tiny things without hurting my feet, but no longer. I feel everything, even the tinest of things feel hug to me these days. Hope this helps.

Leanna Owen

10/25/05

highest 410

now 245

Update on my Feb. 8th surgery

I just wanted to update everyone on my surgery with Dr P in Houston on the I8th. I went in at 9:00am to day surgery to let them get me ready. I had a about a 2 hour wait there while the doctor was working on his first patient. I was scheduled to go in at 11:00 for surgery but it was like 11:30 when they took me back. Everything went wonderfully and I awoke in recovery feeling very dry mouthed.

They gave me some ice chips and it helped. I had a little pain in my stomach area so they gave me some pain meds. After a little while I got up to my room and had to go to the potty. All those ice chips I guess. lol I tried to walk in my room for a few minutes but the nausea hit so I laid back down and let the nurse know. She gave me something for nausea and I was up and walking within a few minutes.

I was released the next day just after noon. We made the 2 hour drive back home and I was a little stiff and sore when I got home. I walked at home to loosen up and it helped. I haven't had any nausea since I got home. Showered this morning and removed the bandages replacing it with large bandaids. Still alittle stiff and sore today but I would do it again to help me get this weight off. Thank you for all the prayers sent my way and I will keep you all in mine.

Melissa Williams

East Texas

334/not sure yet/160

7 ft bypass

Hello from Dr. Rutledge

Hello,

Hello from myself (Dr. Rutledge) and the staff at The Centers for Excellence in Laparoscopic Obesity Surgery and the MGB experience.

I would like you to know that you are always free to call me anytime for more information on the Mini-Gastric Bypass.

Contact me at any time for more help and information:
My Email: DrR@clos.net
My Private Cell Phone: 702-953-7066
On the Web http://clos.net
My AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) Screen Name: RutledgeMD

- For a great overview of the Mini-Gastric Bypass and its outcomes see the video of Gil Gerard, the Mini-Gastric Bypass and Dr. Rutledge

http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=0930E6BE896DFC18

A good place to start learning more is to get a copy of our Manual
Go to:
http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm

If you are good with computers, you can download a copy for free,
If not you can order a copy through the mail


If you are just starting out investigating the MGB
I recommend you download or order our book
(The Patient Manual) and read it over.

Get the Manual for free:
http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm

or

Order a paperback book version
delivered by mail to your home (Printed: $21.42) online at:
https://www.lulu.com/commerce/index.php?fBuyContent=217348

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If you have already decided to have the MGB go to this web page to get the steps to get approved for surgery:
http://clos.net/PreOp%20Outline.htm
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I would like to encourage you to learn more about and
the Mini-Gastric Bypass (MGB),
the Mini-Gastroplasty,
the Mini-Roux-en-Y and
the Mini-Biliopancreatic Diversion (Mini-BPD)

The Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB) is a short, simple, successful and inexpensive laparoscopic gastric bypass weight loss surgery. The operation usually takes only 30 min. and hospitalization is usually less than 24 hours. The Mini Gastric Bypass is low risk, has excellent long term weight loss, minimal pain and can be easily reversed or revised.

A recent controlled prospective randomized study showed the MGB was better and safer than the RNY. People from all across America and around the world are choosing the MGB as the Best in Bariatric Surgery.

Also Please consider joining our mailing list of thousands of pre and post operative MGB patients
to listen and learn more about the MGB.
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http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/OSSG-MiniGastricBypass
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to sign up.

I am now living and working at our newest hospital in Las Vegas.
The first 650 patients have successfully had their surgery.

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OK, if you have decided, you want to have the Mini-Gastric Bypass.

What do I do next?

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The Pre-Op Process for the MGB: The steps to having the Mini-Gastric Bypass are detailed below:

1. Selection Guidelines: understand who is a good candidate
You may look at our selection guidelines to see who we feel are ideal candidates:
http://www.clos.net/selection_guidelines.htm

2. Join Mailing List: enable you to learn from other patients’ experiences, and give additional support.
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/OSSG-MiniGastricBypass

3. Complete our online Patient Information: form
http://clos.net/patinfo.htm

4. Patient Education: One of the most important efforts of the preoperative preparation of patients for the Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass is an education about the risks and benefits of the operation.
(( Read the Manual!!! )))

5. Referring Doctor: A variety of early, medium and long-term complications, problems and illnesses can cause difficulties after the operation. Dr. Rutledge is committed to provide long-term follow up for all of his patients after Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass. It is important to develop a close relationship with your local Doctor
http://clos.net/letter_to_your_dr.htm

What do we need?
A. A "History and Physical Examination" (He will know what this is)
B. A Letter
I. Assessing the patient's obesity and its impact on his or her health and quality of life
II. Assessing patient's medical, surgical and psychological fitness to undergo major abdominal surgery
III. Stating your willingness to follow patient in concert with me over the long term especially for monitoring for vitamin and mineral deficiencies

6. Write the "Patient Letter": The letter requirement is based upon educational research showing that retention of information is improved by asking the learner to think about and write down the information.
You can now complete the patient letter requirements online
http://clos.net/pat-letter.htm

7. Psych Evaluation: Patient undergoes a psychiatric evaluation to assess their psychological status prior Gastric Bypass.
http://clos.net/psychological_evaluation.htm

8. Patient Contacts: you have to contact at least 10 previous patients and fill out the online patient contacts form.
http://clos.net/forms/patient_contacts_form.htm

9. Photographs: These pictures will be used to document your physical size and appearance both before and after surgery.

10. Family Letter: The family support letter is vital in documenting that your family knows and understands why you seek this surgery, the changes you will undergo, and the emotional and physical changes that affect you and them.

11. Clinic Visit: To make an appointment please call or email us:

12. Consent Form: a detailed review of the issues and follow up required for the MGB.
http://clos.net/ic_form.htm

Remember! You can always call Dr. Rutledge
(Private cell phone) 702-953-7066 or
Email: Drr@clos.net

Contact Information: -

Please Visit us on the Web at:
www.clos.net

Dr. Robert Rutledge
(Private cell phone) 702-953-7066
Email: Drr@clos.net
CLOS West Office
98 E Lake Mead PKWY, Suite 302
Henderson, NV 89015,
Office Phone: 702-456-4643,
Office fax: 702-456-1173
Web site: http://clos.net