Are you considering gastric sleeve surgery and want to know your expected weight loss results? Or maybe you have already had gastric sleeve surgery and want to compare your results after one month or two. In this article, we will review gastric sleeve surgery, expected results after one month, and other monthly milestone markers. Gastric […]
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You’ve had gastric bypass and started your weight loss journey strong. At first, the weight seemed to just fall off with very little effort. But now, 12 months after surgery, weight loss has slowed or maybe you’ve even gained. Weight loss plateaus after bariatric surgery are not uncommon. Often these stalls in weight loss can […]
All medical procedures involve some type of risk. Although gastric sleeve surgery is well-researched and safe for most individuals, as with any surgery, there is still a chance of complications. One possible complication of the gastric sleeve surgery is the gastric sleeve leak. This complication is rare, however, it is life-threatening. A gastric sleeve leak […]
Are you wondering what your gastric bypass surgery recovery time is going to look like? The recovery period after surgery is about three to six weeks, but there’s more than taking time to heal. Your whole lifestyle will change, including aspects like diet, exercise, and medications. Gastric bypass surgery patients have lots of post-surgery questions […]
Bariatric surgery is one of the most effective treatments for morbid obesity, but if consistent diet and exercise habits aren’t maintained, weight regain can occur. Many people experience weight loss plateaus and weight regain a year after surgery or later. If eating becomes lax and physical activity is reduced, some may gain back all of […]
About 200,000 people in the United States have bariatric weight loss surgery every year. This includes surgeries like the gastric sleeve, gastric band, roux-en-Y, and many more. With the most popular being the gastric sleeve procedure, or sleeve gastrectomy, due to its higher success rates than other bariatric procedures. Before discussing whether a gastric sleeve […]
If you are interested in knowing the long-term results of the gastric sleeve, then you need to check out this article! In this article, we will touch on many important topics related to the long-term outcomes and expectations up to 10 years following surgery! What is the gastric sleeve? The sleeve gastrectomy or gastric sleeve […]
Understanding the possible complications of the gastric sleeve can help with early detection and treatment. A gastric sleeve leak is a possible complication, and it has the potential to be very severe depending on the type of leak and the timing of treatment. This article will help you to understand the signs and symptoms of […]
Have you previously had gastric bypass surgery and are not satisfied with the results? Have you struggled to lose weight since day one? Or no matter how hard you try you can’t seem to keep the weight from coming back? If the answer to any of those questions is “Yes”, then this is the article […]
Are you dealing with slow weight loss after gastric bypass surgery? Or maybe your weight loss has come to a complete halt. Don’t give up on your hard efforts! Slow weight loss, or a weight-loss plateau, is normal after gastric bypass surgery. Let’s discuss some common causes and tips to avoid a weight-loss plateau. What […]
So you’re interested in gastric bypass surgery for weight loss – that’s amazing! Gastric bypass surgery is one of the best ways to achieve sustained weight loss, even years after surgery. During surgery, your surgeon bypasses part of your stomach and small intestines so less food can be absorbed and you feel fuller faster. When […]
Have you had bariatric surgery followed by successful weight loss and then hit a plateau? Or are you interested in trying to reset or revamp your weight loss journey? If so, this article about the pouch reset is for you. Let’s start from the beginning Bariatric surgery is one of the most successful treatments for […]
If you are planning to have the gastric sleeve procedure or have recently had the gastric sleeve procedure, then check out this article for a quick overview of recovery. This article will give you an overview of the recovery process and give you some tips on what to do in the first couple of months […]
