Diet
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, […]
Carbonated Beverages and Beer Are a No-No
From the fizz of soda to the frothy head of a cold beer, carbonated beverages are woven into modern culture […]
The Food Rainbow: Packing a Colorful (and Healthy!) Plate
Scroll through social media, and the most eye-catching dishes often have one thing in common – color. A pop of […]
Fiber Has Rules? A Guide for Weight Loss Patients
“Eat your roughage.” “Stay regular, stay healthy.” “Get plenty of fiber.” Sound familiar? Many are aware of it, but according […]
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 […]
Does Sodium Cause Weight Gain/Regain?
When you read or hear about foods or ingredients to avoid for a healthy lifestyle, one that comes up often […]
How The Small Intestine Can Start Producing Ghrelin and What To Do
Several bariatric surgeries, especially the gastric sleeve, offer benefits in addition to the mechanical shrinking of the gastric pouch/stomach. These […]
Can You Enjoy Alcohol After Bariatric Surgery?
Bariatric patients must make significant changes in their lives after their procedure. Most welcome these changes knowing the goal is […]
Diets Versus Bariatric Surgery
Most overweight patients have tried to correct their weight with diet and exercise…usually multiple times. There are hundreds of different […]
Sticking to the Diet Plan After Weight Loss Surgery
Some argue having weight loss surgery is the “easy way out”, but those who have had surgery know it is […]