Weight loss surgery is a great option for significant weight loss but many times, the resultant loose skin isn’t something you thought you’d have to deal with. Whenever massive weight loss occurs, especially in a relatively short amount of time, such as with weight loss surgery, loose skin will be left behind. This is an […]
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The biggest benefit of gastric sleeve surgery it will allow you to lose a substantial amount of weight that was not otherwise attainable through regular diet and exercise. However, losing all that weight won’t just be body fat. It’s possible that you will also lose lean body mass, or muscle, in the process. Keeping this […]
Most of you know what dumping syndrome is – maybe you’ve even experienced it. You probably also know what types of foods typically cause it. We will touch on both of those here. However, what I’d like to focus on is the importance of proper nutrition and behavior change. The two of these things not […]
Key Takeaways Seeing the numbers on the scale stop dropping after bariatric surgery can be an unexpected and frustrating experience. However, it’s the reality for most people. But don’t stress too much. Coming to a weight loss plateau after a time of consistently losing weight is natural and doesn’t mean your body is done losing […]
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age. PCOS can lead to obesity and a variety of other health conditions if left untreated. PCOS is estimated to affect approximately 5-10% of this population of women, including gastric sleeve and other bariatric patients. PCOS is estimated to affect approximately […]
Key Takeaways Constipation is a common, but unfortunate, side effect of bariatric surgery. Weight loss surgery can have an unglamorous side, including gas after bariatric surgery and other digestive issues. It can stem from various factors. They include your gut adjusting, the meds’ side effects, low fiber, and not enough water. Additionally, certain bariatric vitamins […]
What to eat 1 week after gastric sleeve surgery If you just had the vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG) procedure done – you may be wondering “now what?” It is easy to focus on recovery when you are still in the hospital and staff is helping you along the way. After a couple of days, you […]
If you suffered from acid reflux before gastric sleeve surgery, then you may be unpleasantly surprised that acid reflux is still something you will have to deal with. In this article, we’ll talk about why acid reflux still occurs after surgery and what you can do to make it better. We’ve even included a 1-Day […]
Dumping syndrome: causes, symptoms, and what can be done Dumping syndrome can occur after someone has a portion of their stomach removed or bypassed (such as the gastric sleeve surgery). The symptoms can be uncomfortable and concerning but there are simple modifications that can lead to improvements. This article will explain what dumping syndrome is, […]
“Is it possible to stretch my sleeve after surgery?” Many vertical sleeve gastrectomy patients have probably asked this question at one point. Directly after surgery, the restriction is real. Drinking water even seems like a feat! But once we start to heal and eat normal foods again, there are days where we wonder if our […]
Coffee is without a doubt one of the most consumed beverages around the world. Just think about how many people probably start their day with a big cup of coffee every morning. However, people who have undergone bariatric surgery will need to be careful with drinking coffee, both in the way they drink it and […]
People all around the world love pasta and it is probably a part of most diets on a weekly basis, especially the standard American diet. However, if you are someone who has had gastric sleeve surgery, this is going to change for you. Not only will you have to be mindful of when you can […]
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 […]
