Managing your weight has been a long and winding road. But here you are, getting ready to undergo gastric sleeve surgery. This is going to change your life and afford you the comfort and health you’ve always wanted. As you gear up for the surgery, you’ll be placed on a preoperative diet to prepare your […]
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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 […]
Developing a Hiatal Hernia after gastric bypass can be painful and dangerous, the good news is that it can be managed without surgery. Even if surgery is required, it’s straightforward with strong, lasting results. Overall complications after bariatric surgery are pretty rare. Only about 4% of patients experience serious complications post-op. The surgeries are safe […]
Can you eat salad after a gastric sleeve? Short answer: yes you can. Eventually…. After bariatric surgery, the goal is to lose weight by eating healthily and developing other habits that promote a healthy life. Since diet is so paramount to your success with your sleeve gastrectomy it’s natural to wonder what your diet should […]
Gastric Bypass Weight Loss Calculator Excess Weight (how much weight you could lose after gastric bypass surgery) When anyone talks about losing weight they talk about how many pounds they want to lose, how many pounds they lost…etc. it’s in absolute numbers. Losing weight is great, but without context, the amount of weight loss doesn’t […]
One question you might be asking yourself after surgery is: “when can I go back to the gym after your gastric sleeve surgery and start exercising again?” This is a great question and, lucky for you, the answer is simple and straight-forward! You just need to get the timing right… Chances are that you were […]
Gastric sleeve regrets are common, but we rarely hear about them in the beginning. When you first decide to pursue weight loss surgery, you are overwhelmed with the possibility. Suddenly, life doesn’t look so bleak. The sun begins to climb the horizon casting a healthy glow on your future. Understandably, you try not to spend […]
These 5 delicious smoothies are one of the many ways you can reach your daily vitamin and mineral goals. These smoothies turn your vitamins into a delicious treat instead of a chore. They taste so good and will give you the added energy you need to start your day! You can even add protein to […]
