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The Importance of Protein After Bariatric Surgery
Why is Protein Important After Bariatric Surgery

The Importance of Protein After Bariatric Surgery

The specific protein target varies based on the bariatric procedure, but most post-op diet guidelines recommend...
FDA Approval of Lap-Band 2.0 FLEX
FDA Approval of Lap-Band 2.0 FLEX

FDA Approval of Lap-Band 2.0 FLEX

The introduction of the Lap-Band 2.0 FLEX marks a transformative moment in bariatric surgery. Its...
What Foods Are In A Bariatric Diet?
what foods are in a bariatric diet?

What Foods Are In A Bariatric Diet?

Protein is essential after bariatric surgery for preserving lean muscle mass as the body sheds...
Gastric Bypass Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide
Gastric Bypass Comprehensive Guide

Gastric Bypass Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide

Gastric Bypass procedure, its benefits and risks, as well as eligibility criteria, preparation, and recovery.
Bariatric Surgery Pros and Cons: Is It Right For You?
pros and cons of weight loss surgery

Bariatric Surgery Pros and Cons: Is It Right For You?

While bariatric surgery can jumpstart weight loss unlike anything else, it comes with good and...
Drinking Caffeine After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know
Drinking Caffeine after bariatric surgery

Drinking Caffeine After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know

Most bariatric surgeons and dietitians recommend completely avoiding caffeine for at least 6 weeks after...
What Foods Can You Not Eat Again After a Gastric Bypass?
What Foods Can You Not Eat Again After a Gastric Bypass?

What Foods Can You Not Eat Again After a Gastric Bypass?

Feeling overwhelmed about the foods you should and should not eat after your gastric bypass?...
6 Bariatric Surgery Scars and How to Deal with Them
how to deal with bariatric surgery scars

6 Bariatric Surgery Scars and How to Deal with Them

If you wish to discover effective ways to manage and minimize your Bariatric surgery scars while...
Bariatric-Friendly Foods: Essential Nutrition Post-Surgery
Bariatric friendly foods post surgery

Bariatric-Friendly Foods: Essential Nutrition Post-Surgery

Learn about the specialized bariatric diet and the types of foods recommended after weight loss...
How to Choose a Healthy Protein Shake as a Meal Replacement
the best protein shakes as meal replacements

How to Choose a Healthy Protein Shake as a Meal Replacement

Find out how you can choose a healthy protein shake as meal replacement to help...
Malnutrition: How To Avoid This Risk After Weight Loss Surgery
malnutrition after weight loss surgery

Malnutrition: How To Avoid This Risk After Weight Loss Surgery

Learn effective strategies to prevent malnutrition after weight loss surgery. Here’s your guide to a...
Revision Surgeries after Bariatric Surgery
revision surgery after weight loss surgery

Revision Surgeries after Bariatric Surgery

Revision surgeries following bariatric procedures offer a second chance at achieving weight loss goals and...
The Bariatric Diet: Eating After Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass Surgery
bariatric diet after surgery

The Bariatric Diet: Eating After Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass Surgery

The Bariatric Diet is more than just a post-surgery meal plan—it's a lifestyle change that...
GERD After Bariatric Surgery (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
GERD after bariatric surgery

GERD After Bariatric Surgery (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)

One complication that has been increasingly observed after bariatric surgery is Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD),...
Foods To Avoid After Bariatric Surgery
foods to avoid after bariatric surgery

Foods To Avoid After Bariatric Surgery

Discover the foods to avoid after bariatric surgery to ensure a smooth recovery and successful...
Gallstones After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need To Know
gallstones after bariatric surgery

Gallstones After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need To Know

Bariatric surgery, particularly procedures that lead to rapid weight loss such as gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy, can...
Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass: Pros & Cons?
Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass: Pros & Cons?

Gastric Sleeve vs Gastric Bypass: Pros & Cons?

Gastric sleeves and gastric bypass surgeries have different speed, amount of weight loss outcomes, risks...
Staying Hydrated Post-Bariatric Surgery
dehydration after weight loss surgery

Staying Hydrated Post-Bariatric Surgery

Explore the importance of hydration after bariatric surgery, the increased risk of dehydration, and practical...
Types Of Bariatric Protein Powders
Bariatric Protein Powders & Shakes

Types Of Bariatric Protein Powders

We’ll explain the different types of bariatric protein powders, their pros and cons, and provide...
The First Weeks After Weight Loss Surgery
The First Week After Weight Loss Surgery

The First Weeks After Weight Loss Surgery

The first week after bariatric surgery is the most important period for patients.
Combining Ozempic With Bariatric Surgery
taking ozempic after bariatric surgery

Combining Ozempic With Bariatric Surgery

Ozempic (semaglutide), a medication initially developed for managing type 2 diabetes, has shown promise in...
How To Get Insurance To Pay For Your Bariatric Surgery
How To Get Insurance To Pay For Your Bariatric Surgery

How To Get Insurance To Pay For Your Bariatric Surgery

Many insurance providers, including Medicare and Medicaid, cover weight loss surgery under certain conditions.
Bowel Obstruction After Weight Loss Surgery
Bowel Obstruction After Bariatric Surgery

Bowel Obstruction After Weight Loss Surgery

Bowel obstruction can occur at any time following bariatric surgery, from days to years later.
The Ultimate Guide to Gastric Banding Surgery
Adjustable Gastric Banding Laparoscopic Surgery

The Ultimate Guide to Gastric Banding Surgery

Unlike other bariatric surgeries, such as gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy, gastric banding does not...
5 Day Pouch Test & Reset
5 Day Pouch Test Reset After Bariatric Surgery

5 Day Pouch Test & Reset

The 5-Day Pouch Test & Reset can be a helpful tool for bariatric patients looking to regain...

My Bariatric Story

Stories and Information from Real Bariatric Post-op Patients

5 Short Stories of Bariatric Success
5 Post-op Bariatric Short Stories

5 Short Stories of Bariatric Success

Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery: Essential Items You Need
Essentials Needed after Weight Loss Surgery

Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery: Essential Items You Need

How to exercise without even realizing it
How to exercise without even realizing it

How to exercise without even realizing it

Saying No to Sweets after Weight Loss Surgery
Saying No to Sweets after Weight Loss Surgery

Saying No to Sweets after Weight Loss Surgery

Gestational Diabetes after Weight Loss Surgery
Gestational Diabetes after Weight Loss Surgery

Gestational Diabetes after Weight Loss Surgery

How to Get Through Pain after Weight Loss Surgery
How to get through pain after weight loss surgery

How to Get Through Pain after Weight Loss Surgery

5 things I wish I knew before having weight loss surgery
5 things I wish I knew before having weight loss surgery

5 things I wish I knew before having weight loss surgery

Bariatric Surgery Must-Haves: 10 Items You Can’t Live Without
Must Haves after Weight Loss Surgery

Bariatric Surgery Must-Haves: 10 Items You Can’t Live Without

My Story: Pregnancy after Weight Loss Surgery
My Story of Pregnancy After Gastric Bypass Surgery

My Story: Pregnancy after Weight Loss Surgery

5+ Years Post-Op Gastric Sleeve - This Is My Story!
5+ Years Post-Op Gastric Sleeve - This Is My Story!

5+ Years Post-Op Gastric Sleeve - This Is My Story!

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What is a Bariatric Doctor?
What is a Bariatric Doctor?

What is a Bariatric Doctor?

Meal Replacements: 5 Reasons Why You Need Them
Meal Replacements: 5 Reasons Why You Need Them

Meal Replacements: 5 Reasons Why You Need Them

21 Bariatric Surgery Inspirational Quotes
Weight Loss Surgery Quotes

21 Bariatric Surgery Inspirational Quotes

The 10 Best Protein Shakes for Bariatric Patients
top 10 best bariatric protein shakes

The 10 Best Protein Shakes for Bariatric Patients

The Best Bariatric Vitamins: A Comprehensive Guide
best bariatric vitamins guide

The Best Bariatric Vitamins: A Comprehensive Guide

5 Possible Reasons For Your Weight Gain After Gastric Bypass
possible reasons for weight gain after gastric bypass surgery

5 Possible Reasons For Your Weight Gain After Gastric Bypass

Understanding Lisa Marie Presley's Tragic Death: Bariatric Surgery Complications
lisa marie presley weight loss surgery complications

Understanding Lisa Marie Presley's Tragic Death: Bariatric Surgery Complications

What Type of Bariatric Surgery Has the Most Complications?
which bariatric surgery has the most complications?

What Type of Bariatric Surgery Has the Most Complications?

How Much Does Bariatric Surgery Cost in 2023?
how much does bariatric surgery cost?

How Much Does Bariatric Surgery Cost in 2023?

The Role of Bariatric Food in Post-Surgery Nutrition
the role of bariatric food after surgery

The Role of Bariatric Food in Post-Surgery Nutrition

Analyzing Medical Weight Loss Costs
How much does medical weight loss costs?

Analyzing Medical Weight Loss Costs

9 Celebrities Who Shared Their Bariatric Surgery Experiences
Celebrities Who Had Bariatric Surgery

9 Celebrities Who Shared Their Bariatric Surgery Experiences

Bariatric Recipes

Recipes Created By Bariatric Patients

Pureed Chicken Soup
Bariatric Phase 3 Soft Food Recipe

Pureed Chicken Soup

Peanut Butter & Oats Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies
Homemade Bariatric Protein Bars Recipe

Peanut Butter & Oats Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies

Lentil Pasta with Pesto and Grilled Shrimp
bariatric friendly pasta with pesto and grilled shrimp recipe

Lentil Pasta with Pesto and Grilled Shrimp

Crockpot Chicken and Zucchini Noodles
Image of Crockpot Chicken and Zucchini Noodles bariatric meal

Crockpot Chicken and Zucchini Noodles

Chocolate Almond Butter Protein Shake
Bariatric chocolate almond butter protein shake recipe

Chocolate Almond Butter Protein Shake

Cottage Cheese with Cucumber and Dill
Cottage Cheese Bariatric Soft Food Recipe

Cottage Cheese with Cucumber and Dill

One-Pot Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet
Bariatric Dinner Recipe One Pot Ground Turkey Skillet

One-Pot Ground Turkey and Sweet Potato Skillet

8 Bariatric Soft Food Recipes - Quick & Simple
8 Quick & Simple Bariatric Soft Food Recipes

8 Bariatric Soft Food Recipes - Quick & Simple

Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Healthy High Protein Banana Pudding
Healthy High Protein Banana Pudding

Healthy High Protein Banana Pudding

Energy Powered Berry Smoothie
Energy Powered Berry Smoothie

Energy Powered Berry Smoothie

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Celebrate Vitamins and Supplements

Brand Spotlight: Celebrate Vitamins

Brand Spotlight: Chike Nutrition
Brand Spotlight: Chike Nutrition

Brand Spotlight: Chike Nutrition

Brand Spotlight: Bariatric Advantage
Brand Spotlight: Bariatric Advantage

Brand Spotlight: Bariatric Advantage