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 […]
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Many people lose weight easily after initially having the gastric sleeve procedure. After about 6-9 months, many patients experience slower weight loss or even plateau. This can happen because of a more relaxed diet and reduced exercise due to decreased motivation or burnout. If you’ve had the gastric sleeve procedure but aren’t losing the weight […]
Overview of gastric sleeve surgery Read on to find out more information on how long is laparoscopic gastric sleeve surgery. Laparoscopic gastric sleeve surgery is one of the types of weight-loss surgery. This procedure is done through very small incisions in your abdomen. Your surgeon will be removing a long section of your stomach to […]
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 […]
If you’re considering gastric bypass surgery, or you’ve recently had the procedure, you may be wondering how much weight you’ll lose and how long it will take. Keep reading for more information to help you set realistic goals for your weight loss journey. What is the gastric bypass? The gastric bypass procedure, or Roux-en-Y gastric […]
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 […]
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 […]
