As a bariatric surgery patient, you may notice that the foods and even the supplements that you enjoyed before your procedure don’t taste as good as they once did. If so, you’re not imagining things. A study presented during Obesity Week in 2014 conducted by Stanford University in California confirms that bariatric surgery does indeed […]
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Bariatric surgery is one of the most profound transformations a person can undertake. While exercising regularly, eating the right foods and taking supplements is part of the post-operative journey, one of the biggest challenges is how the person is perceived by others. Even though the weight loss is positive for health and social reasons, leaving […]
When facing surgery people know to prepare for the physical and financial toll it will take on them, but rarely do we think about the emotional toll. Generally speaking, the goal of any type of bariatric surgery is to restrict calories and make the patient feel full by reducing or limiting parts of the intestine […]
Key Takeaways Losing some hair while losing weight after bariatric surgery is a common side effect. It may not be what you had in mind. Rapid changes in your diet, weight, and hormones can harm your hair. They can cause distressing hair problems. We know you didn’t plan to lose your hair from bariatric surgery. […]
The entire experience of getting bariatric surgery is one that is only truly understood by those who go through it. From the initial decision to have the surgery to the aftermath once the operation is over, the details and stress involved can be overwhelming. While most patients have friends and family to talk to about […]
Depression after bariatric surgery is often overlooked in the weight loss journey. The procedure can change the body and improve health. But, it can also cause serious emotional and mental issues. For some, big lifestyle changes and unmet hopes can cause sadness or even depression. It’s vital to spot the warning signs. This helps with […]
After undergoing bariatric surgery, it will take some time to fully recover, and your eating habits may never fully be the same. However, that is hardly something to fret over; the benefits of the surgery and the new body that comes with it will far exceed the change in diet. While your doctor will give […]
The Ultimate Goal Is To Recover Well And Live Healthy Post-operative patients following the advice of surgeons and dieticians can avert, treat, or resolve altogether some of the common adverse internal digestive changes that occur. A procedure of this kind requires patients to have a life-long unwavering commitment and deliberate determination that is of the […]
After bariatric surgery, your stomach will be much smaller than it was previously. This means that you’ll be eating smaller amounts of food. In order to get enough nutrients and stay healthy, you’ll need to focus on consuming foods that are filled with vitamins, minerals, and protein. Although your doctor will probably give you a […]
Everyone knows that taking vitamins benefits your health. However, it is less often known why this is true. In order to function properly, your body needs the correct balance of vitamins and minerals. These vitamins not only help to regulate some of the body’s most important processes, they also have an impact on weight. Vitamins […]
Nutrition makes up 70% of the results that you see after bariatric surgery. It is one of the most quoted and cliché concepts in the health industry and yet that doesn’t make it any less true. Nutrition is the foundation of every bariatric weight loss goal. If you want to lose weight after your bariatric […]
Severe obesity is a chronic (long-term) disease. This means that there is no cure but with the development of FDA approved surgical procedures like gastric bypass and the sleeve gastrectomy, there are now effective tools to manage the disease. The body will continue to change after surgery and the nutrition plan that works immediately after […]
If you want to lose more weight and have better sleep then you need to read this article! How well would you say you slept last night? According to the National Sleep Foundation a staggering 35% of Americans reported their sleep quality as “Poor” or “Fair.” While a good night’s sleep is appreciated by all, […]
