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Dieting goes cosmetic IDilliam Selsor FOR THE GAMECOCK l As the summer sun beats down and natural tan lines appear, all the hard work you put into working out and keeping in shape during winter and spring might pay off. Having a good figure is a means of attraction for most, and every other notion or law of attraction flies out the window. But what can you do to have a perfect “10” body? Are cardio, weight lifting, and eating right enough? In a society where people want to look like a movie star but do not always have the best way of getting there, a surgical fix to fighting the tide of obesity has become much more mainstream: cosmetic surgery. Two main types of cosmetic surgery are used today: liposuction and gastric bypass. While previously thought to be a luxury only for the rich and famous, more people are seeking out these weight-loss methods. During liposuction, a small incision is made into the outer layer of the skin for a cannula — tube — to be inserted into fatty tissue cells. The procedure can only remove subcutaneous fat — the layer of fat right beneath the skin — and cannot remove omental fat — fat below the abdominal muscles. From there, fatty cells are removed through the cannula and are disposed of. There is a varying degree of discomfort after surgery, depending on what technique of liposuction and anesthetic is used. Tylenol and Tylenol with Codeine are typically used to treat pain and discomfort. Some swelling and numbness might occur around the incision site, and bruising is another common side effect. Serious side effects can include blood clots, infections and allergic reactions, but are extremely rare. Gastric bypass minimizes the amount of food your body can take in by reducing stomach size. The stomach is separated into different regions with the top, smaller, region being _ connected to the small intestine with a set number of surgical bands, therefore allowing food to “bypass” the lower half of the stomach. The operation is designed to restrict food intake and • decrease hunger cravings. Most patients accomplish an 80-100 percent success rate of achievable weight loss. The surgery does not alter bodily functions and is completely reversible. After surgery, there is very little interference with food absorption, but portion sizes need to be reduced and routine maintenance is required to keep weight off. Side effects are minimal but can include vomiting and hair loss usually from starvation. Long-term side effects can include infection around the band site, and band separation and migration. Comments on this story? E-mail gamecockfeatures@gwm.sc. edu Fun recipe: fruity omelet 2 eggs 1 tablespoon milk 1 tablespoon oil salt and pepper to-taste 2 tablespoons vanilla yogurt 1/3 cup fruit 1 tablespoon brown sugar Combine eggs, milk, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Beat with a fork but don’t make it frothy. Heat oil on medium heat in a flared omelet pan. To test the heat, pour a drop of egg mixture to make sure it sizzles. Lift the skillet and tilt around to coat the skillet. Pour egg mixture and cook until edges are golden brown. Use spatula to separate omelet into quarters and turn one quarter at a time. Cook on other side until golden. Drop a spoonful of yogurt and some fruit (strawberries, blueberries, peaches, or any fruit you like) in the center of each omelet quarter. Sprinkle with brown sugar. 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Astronomy is a self-paced course divided into five classes: 111, 111A, 211, 211A and 311. The first in the series, 111, is sometimes taken in conjunction with 111A. To earn an “A,” students are required to master 17 units and are evaluated at their own convenience during the semester. Out of 17 required units for 111, six are accompanied by mandatory two-hour labs. Students are also required to complete two additional units from a group of review units known as “List X”. Students prepare for evaluations by reading the textbook and lab manuals, which come together in a course packet. Students can also seek additional help by visiting Spastro.physics.sc.edu, the course Web site that contains a study question page formatted for supplementary use. Students can type in objective numbers and receive practice questions similar to those on actual evaluations. Despite being self-paced, Astronomy is not deprived of the face-to-face contact of traditional college courses. The Astronomy Center, located in the basement of the Jones Physical Science Center, offers one-on-one help, with student teachers and professors on hand to answer questions. The center is open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday Thursday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and 5-9 p.m. Sunday. Students ready to take a test enter the evaluation room, where an attendant scans student IDs. Students are then randomly assigned a computer. Students must have their ID present to be issued an evaluation. Evaluations consist of 15 questions, 13 of which have to be answered correctly to receive credit. Students are given two attempts daily to pass each unit. The Astronomy Center encourages students to finish early by offering “Discount Days,” during which only 12 correct responses are required to receive credit. Students also receive credit by attending lectures at the Melton Observatory, located on Greene Street. The lectures give students the chance to peer through a 40-centimeter telescope, giving them hands on learning experience. Students also can earn credit by attending planetarium lectures. The staff warns the 1,000 students enrolled in the class against this attitude at the start of the semester. “I don’t find it difficult,” said Jason Young, a fourth-year business student. “Just get an earlier start so you are not pressured.” Comments on this story? E-mail gamecockfeatures@gwm. sc. edu