One question a lot of people have when getting ready for a Gastric sleeve is “how long does it take to recover from gastric sleeve surgery?” This is a great question and we are going to lay out what to expect so you can be as prepared as possible before having your surgery and starting […]
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Developing a Hiatal Hernia after gastric bypass can be painful and dangerous, the good news is that it can be managed without surgery. Even if surgery is required, it’s straightforward with strong, lasting results. Overall complications after bariatric surgery are pretty rare. Only about 4% of patients experience serious complications post-op. The surgeries are safe […]
Can you eat salad after a gastric sleeve? Short answer: yes you can. Eventually…. After bariatric surgery, the goal is to lose weight by eating healthily and developing other habits that promote a healthy life. Since diet is so paramount to your success with your sleeve gastrectomy it’s natural to wonder what your diet should […]
Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Calculator Excess Weight (how much weight you could lose after gastric bypass surgery) When anyone talks about losing weight they talk about how many pounds they want to lose, how many pounds they lost…etc. it’s in absolute numbers. Losing weight is great, but without context, the amount of weight loss doesn’t […]
One question you might be asking yourself after surgery is: “when can I go back to the gym after your gastric sleeve surgery and start exercising again?” This is a great question and, lucky for you, the answer is simple and straight-forward! You just need to get the timing right… Chances are that you were […]
Gastric sleeve regrets are common, but we rarely hear about them in the beginning. When you first decide to pursue weight loss surgery, you are overwhelmed with the possibility. Suddenly, life doesn’t look so bleak. The sun begins to climb the horizon casting a healthy glow on your future. Understandably, you try not to spend […]
These 5 delicious smoothies are one of the many ways you can reach your daily vitamin and mineral goals. These smoothies turn your vitamins into a delicious treat instead of a chore. They taste so good and will give you the added energy you need to start your day! You can even add protein to […]
So you’re considering getting pregnant after gastric sleeve surgery… Bariatric surgery offers patients a new lease on life – a chance to start new, improve their health and start a family. The majority of patients undergoing bariatric surgery are women of reproductive age. Losing weight can have a considerable effect on the ability to get […]
So your gastric bypass surgery date is set? Congratulations! Before you have bariatric surgery you’ll surely be instructed to follow a pre-surgery diet, including a period of time where you’ll have only liquids. This is meant to prepare you for surgery and avoid complications. Cheating on your liquid diet before your gastric bypass surgery can […]
10 Cool Ways to Use Bari Life’s Protein Pudding/Shake Mixes for Cold & Creamy Summer Treats! Freeze! Back away from the store bought ice creams that are full of carbs, sugar and lack quality protein. Enhance your dessert with these super easy DIYs that are healthy, delicious and perfect for weight loss and a bariatric […]
So you’re having the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) soon? Are you preparing as you should to be ready for the big day? Preparation for bariatric surgery is multi-faceted. You have to prepare mentally as well as physically in order to get the results that you need. The problem is that most people tend to focus […]
Can I eat popcorn after gastric sleeve surgery? I am sure you are like most people when it comes to this question, but there is more to this answer than just a simple yes or no. As you may or may not know, your diet and eating habits will have to drastically change following bariatric […]
Have you ever closed your eyes and fantasized about the day you’d step on the scale and see a weight starting with the number one? Then you, my friend, have had the same dream that many of us bariatric patients have had. The dream of the ever pursued ONEderland. And I am here to tell […]
