After Surgery
After Bariatric Surgery Protein: Plant vs Animal
Protein is protein, right? Not exactly. As a macronutrient, protein is the building block of bones, muscles, skin, hair, nails, […]
Gastric Sleeve Pouch Concerns: Stretching, Weight Regain, and Next Steps
You’ve probably noticed that your stomach is remarkably adaptable. When we eat a large meal, it stretches to hold the […]
Appetite Loss After Bariatric Surgery – and How to Respond
It may seem like a wonderful thing – you’ve had a gastric sleeve procedure, you’re losing a significant amount of […]
How Much Should You Walk Right After Bariatric Surgery?
One of the most surprising aspects of the bariatric recovery process for many of our patients is how quickly they […]
Do Pre- and Probiotics Make Any Difference in Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery?
Pre- and probiotics have been touted as a no-brainer health benefit for anyone, whether undergoing bariatric surgery or not. However, […]
Preventing Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery
Hair thinning and loss are among the most common yet startling concerns for many postoperative bariatric patients. Unfortunately, it is […]
Avoiding Reflux After the Gastric Sleeve
The gastric sleeve, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is the most popular bariatric surgical procedure in the United States—and for […]
Will I Lose Facial Fullness After Bariatric Surgery?
Deciding to undergo weight loss surgery, such as gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, or duodenal switch, is critical for better health. […]
Back Pain – Seemingly Unusual Post Op Symptoms of Bariatric Surgery, Part One
When we tell patients that back pain after bariatric surgery is routine, they often don’t understand why. After all, it […]
The Best Way to Run During Your Weight Loss Journey
No matter how you’re losing weight – surgery, diet, exercise, or weight loss medications- exercises are crucial to hitting your […]