The sleeve gastrectomy or gastric sleeve is a very popular form of bariatric surgery that promotes weight loss and often the remission of obesity-related diseases. Due to the high rates of success, you might start to think that the gastric sleeve is a quick fix, and that excess body weight just seems to fall off […]
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As with any surgical procedure, patients are often very concerned with the postsurgical healing process. This includes recovery time around the incision itself. With the gastric sleeve procedure, there are a few different incision options that we will discuss in this post, but first, let’s discuss the gastric sleeve procedure itself. The gastric sleeve, or […]
When learning about all of the vitamins and minerals you need to take after having bariatric surgery, there is a lot of information to keep in mind. It is crucial that you get 100% of what your body needs for so many vitamins and minerals, but it can be hard to keep track of them […]
You may already be familiar with Biotin, also known as Vitamin B-7 as one of the main ingredients in supplements commonly sold for hair, skin, and nail health. However, did you know that Biotin actually has many other uses in the body? In this article, we will break down the main functions of this vitamin, […]
Although you may already be familiar with many common vitamins and minerals, Riboflavin, or vitamin B2, may be a bit unfamiliar to you. Riboflavin is one of the many B-complex vitamins and has many uses in the body. In this article, we will break down the main functions of this vitamin, the intake guidelines, and […]
After bariatric surgery, you’re on the right track to take control of your health. With a change in food intake and structural alterations in your digestive tract, meeting your weight loss goals is achievable. But that’s not all bariatric surgery can do for you. Other positive benefits include better heart health, less joint pain, and […]
Post-operative nutrition for bariatric surgery is very important for sustaining weight loss and health. As you may know, daily vitamins and minerals are a necessary part of care and maintenance after having gastric bypass surgery. After surgery, the body’s digestive processes have been altered, and your body becomes less capable of absorbing necessary nutrients. To […]
Key Takeaways Iron is an essential mineral we all need for our bodies to function properly. It is essential in transporting oxygen, producing energy, and supporting your immune system. However, changes to your digestive system from bariatric surgery can limit your ability to absorb iron from your foods. In addition to iron supplements, it’s important […]
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is well-known for its role in boosting immune health. This vitamin is found in citrus fruits as well as strawberries, tomatoes, potatoes, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and spinach. However, if you feel like you don’t eat these foods often enough, then you may choose to take a dietary supplement […]
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is well-known for its role in boosting vision health. But there is more to vitamin A than meets the eye, literally. Vitamin A comes in two forms: preformed vitamin also known as retinol or retinyl ester (palmitate) which is in animal products like meat and fish, and provitamin […]
Bariatric surgery is an effective procedure that creates significant change within your body. It allows you to lose weight, be healthier, and live your life without worrying about your weight. But as with any surgery, it’s essential to know the changes that occur within the body. The gastrointestinal tract changes after bariatric surgery and dietary […]
As you may know, daily vitamins and minerals are a necessary part of care and maintenance after having gastric bypass surgery. The body’s digestive processes have been altered, and your body becomes less capable of absorbing necessary nutrients from food. To maintain proper nutrition and function after you’ve had bariatric surgery, you will need to […]
This week we are continuing the vitamin series with one of the B complex vitamins, Vitamin B12! Vitamin B12 is a very important micronutrient to keep an eye on throughout your bariatric surgery journey. Vitamin B12 deficiencies are one of the most common nutrient deficiencies in patients following bariatric surgery. In this article, we are […]
