New Delhi. The recently viral picture of former Sri Lankan Cricket Team captain Arjuna Ranatunga on social media is in the news these days. He seems to have suddenly changed. Compared to his playing days, he now looks very fit and slim. Many questions are being raised in the minds of fans regarding his picture with his former colleagues Sanath Jayasuriya, Aravind de Silva and Muttiah Muralitharan at Tamil Union’s 125th Anniversary Celebrations. After all, how is Ranatunga looking so fit, what measures has he taken for weight loss?
Regarding the viral picture, some people also expressed concern about Ranatunga’s health, because till now his body was quite heavy. Then how did this sudden change happen? According to media reports, Ranatunga has undergone bariatric surgery to lose weight, due to which such an incredible change is being seen in his look.
Know about bariatric surgery
Now the big question is, what is Bariatric Surgery and what are its benefits? In what situations is bariatric surgery required? The health expert said that in the present times, obesity is not just a lifestyle problem, but has become a serious health problem. Many times, even dieting, exercise or medicines do not reduce weight. In such a situation, doctors recommend bariatric surgeon. This surgery can prove to be a life-changing option for those people who have gained a lot of weight and whose health is continuously deteriorating.
Let us know its benefits and who should undergo this surgery?
Bariatric Surgery is a weight loss surgery, in which the size of the stomach is reduced. This process brings changes in the digestive system of obese people and helps them lose weight and improve health problems like diabetes and high blood pressure. Through changes in the digestive system, it also helps in controlling the amount of calories and nutrients in the body, due to which weight can be reduced.
Who should undergo this surgery?
Health experts say that not everyone needs bariatric surgery. It is done only when other measures for weight loss are not working. Generally, people whose body mass index (BMI) is 40 or more, who have diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea or heart disease due to weight gain, or who are having trouble walking due to weight gain, can benefit from this surgery.
Within a few months after surgery, up to 50-70 percent of excess weight can be lost. Not only this, after surgery the blood sugar of type-2 diabetes patients also starts becoming normal.
What do experts say?
Health expert said that Bariatric Surgery is not a cosmetic treatment, but it is a way to prevent serious diseases to obesity. It can improve the quality of life and help you stay healthy for a long time. However, this surgery is not for everyone. Considering the condition of the body and the problems caused by weight gain, doctors recommend bariatric surgery.
