Category Archives: Nutrition

Vitamin Patches: Do They Work?

Vitamin Patches: Do They Work? A patch you place on your skin to absorb vitamins sounds enticing compared to taking an oral supplement. Yet this offering, while increasing in popularity, has drawn skepticism. Are vitamin patches effective, and if so, do they work for bariatric patients? Continue reading to discover the history of transdermal patches, …

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Thyroid Health: Obesity & Bariatric Surgery

Thyroid Health: Obesity & Bariatric Surgery The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of your neck and below the voice box. It's also one of six glands that create the endocrine system. According to the EPA, “The endocrine system, made up of all the body’s different hormones, regulates all biological processes in …

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Your Bariatric Guide to a Happy, Healthy Christmas

Your Bariatric Guide to a Happy, Healthy Christmas Whether you’ve recently had bariatric surgery or are years out, Christmas can be a difficult time to stay on track and prioritize your health. You’ll have to practice self-discipline and mentally prepare yourself for holiday events. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by this Christmas season, don’t worry. This …

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How to Navigate Thanksgiving After Bariatric Surgery

How to Navigate Thanksgiving After Bariatric Surgery Preventing weight gain is a challenge for everyone around Thanksgiving. Eating sweet potato pie, honey-glazed ham, turkey with stuffing, and other holiday dishes can take a toll on one's waistline. The good news is this is avoidable! Aim to maintain your weight with these steps to navigating Thanksgiving …

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Foods to Avoid After Bariatric Surgery

Foods to Avoid After Bariatric Surgery Patients who undergo bariatric surgery are given a special diet to follow for the first 1 to 2 months after bariatric surgery. The post-bariatric surgery diet progresses in stages, starting with liquid foods and then slowly reintroducing solid foods when the body is able to accept them. Afterward, some …

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How to Stay on Track This Halloween

How to Stay on Track This Halloween There’s no need to feel haunted by the sight of Halloween treats. While they can make staying on track with your weight management goals challenging, you can still enjoy this holiday season without losing focus on your health. Stay on track by following this guide, which includes how to …

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How To Find Support Post-Bariatric Surgery

How To Find Support Post-Bariatric Surgery For many people, bariatric surgery will be one of the hardest things they’ll ever do. While it’s a significant step towards a long and healthy life, many challenges can arise. These challenges include trouble sticking to a healthy diet, keeping the weight off, seeing yourself in a new body, …

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Constipation After Bariatric Surgery

Constipation After Bariatric Surgery One of the most common complaints people have after bariatric surgery is constipation. Bowel movement changes following weight loss surgery are indeed common side effects. Whether it be diarrhea or constipation, know that these side effects are very common and often not something to worry about, especially if you take the …

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Can Bariatric Patients Take Gummy Vitamins?

Can Bariatric Patients Take Gummy Vitamins? Gummy vitamins are popular for their color, flavor, shape, and texture; after all, they resemble gummy candies! Yet, it turns out gummy vitamins are not what’s best for bariatric patients. Our experts share why vitamins are important, why eating gummy vitamins after bariatric surgery is not recommended, and what …

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Why Are Vitamins So Important After Bariatric Surgery?

Why Are Vitamins So Important After Bariatric Surgery? There is an obesity epidemic continuing to expand in the western world. This increase in obesity has also increased the number of individuals opting to undergo bariatric surgery. Studies have shown dietary deficiencies in obese patients before and after bariatric surgery. Thus, it is paramount that we …

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