Study looks at benefits of weight loss By Amanda Salinas, FOX 7 Austin FOX 7 Austin Health Published September 4, 2019 12:10 PM CDT Share Copy Link Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Published September 4, 2019 12:10 PM CDT AUSTIN, Texas (FOX 7 Austin) - A new study finds that the benefits of weight loss surgery include decreased risk of heart attacks and strokes as well as healthier blood sugar levels. Dr. Kumar talks about the findings.