Preparing for bariatric surgery has a lot to do with becoming mentally prepared, but what about the physical preparation? You’ll be instructed to go on a pre op diet, a liver shrinking diet, to help prepare you physically for your operation. This article will tell you everything you need to know about the liver shrinking […]
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So can you have gastric bypass twice? The short answer is no… but there are other options… Gastric bypass is still considered the Gold Standard in bariatrics; however, its success is not guaranteed and it may be necessary to eventually revise your gastric bypass into a different bariatric surgery to help restart weight loss. Over […]
Your biggest responsibility prior to having bariatric surgery is to follow a strict pre op diet to lose weight quickly and reduce the size of your liver to make the surgery easier for your surgeon. But how can you tell if your liver is shrinking? I’m sure you’ve been told you need to follow a […]
The COVID-19 pandemic is challenging the world in unprecedented ways, especially for patients who have a variety of other chronic diseases, including obesity. In light of this fact, the editors of Obesity have authored an editorial titled “COVID 19 and the Patient with Obesity — the Editors Speak Out.” In the editorial, the editors discuss the connection between COVID-19 and obesity and […]
Things change after the Honeymoon Phase that follows bariatric surgery. Here’s how to get back to basics with your diet when you’re 6-12 months post-op. After bariatric surgery, there’s a “perfect storm” of contributing factors that makes losing weight seemingly effortless. We’ve heard this period of time called “The Honeymoon Phase.” Here’s what happens: Would […]
Over my bariatric career, I’ve performed over 1,800 duodenal switch cases and I’m a consultant for Ethicon Endo-Surgery, a medical device company in the Johnson and Johnson family. One part of my practice is teaching other surgeons how to properly perform the Duodenal Switch so they can offer it to their patients. The duodenal switch […]
If you’ve had bariatric surgery and want to know how to use a bariatric keto diet to bust through plateaus and hit your goal weight read this article! As you know, the Ketogenic Diet is incredibly popular right now and is touted as the Holy Grail of weight loss especially for bariatric patients. A quick […]
There are thousands of vitamins and supplements to choose from, but are they good for you? In this article, you’ll learn how to analyze any vitamin supplement to see if it’s right for you after bariatric surgery. If you’ve had bariatric surgery you already know you need to take your vitamins. Everyone in your entire […]
Knowing how to restart weight loss after gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy and other bariatric surgeries can be hard. This article explains exactly how to get started today. How is it that some people seem to have such clarity when they are dieting for weight loss? It’s like they’ve been given a directive and someone is […]
It’s no secret that obesity, diabetes, and heart disease are some of the pressing medical issues facing the healthcare system today. For people who continue to struggle with weight issues after trying diet, exercise, and medications, bariatric surgery can be a suitable alternative. There are countless patients who have seen their health improve following bariatric […]
With so many fad diets on the market that claim to help you shed pounds quickly, it’s hard to know which one is ideal for you. However, these seven methods remain the best path to effective and healthy weight loss. Knowing How to Restrict Calories You can’t eat just the bare minimum to get through […]
February is American Heart Month. This event seeks to remind Americans of the importance of heart health. February 3rd is the National Wear Red Day, which draws awareness to the fact that heart disease is the number one killer of women. To do our part this month, we’d like to draw attention to the impact […]
The decision to have bariatric surgery is a big one. Like all surgery, there is a risk. However, bariatric surgery has been proven as the most effective treatments for those who suffer from the disease of obesity. However, your journey to a healthier life does not stop once you leave the hospital. True success comes from […]
