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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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? 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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The Importance of Prenatal Vitamins Bariatric surgery has proven to be a highly effective weight loss aid, and more people are opting for this surgical intervention, especially women. Furthermore, research has indicated a five-fold increase in female teenagers undergoing bariatric intervention. Therefore, it’s safe to expect that the population of women of childbearing age that …

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Prevent Vitamin Deficiencies Even When Money is Tight The success of bariatric surgery depends on several factors, from changing eating behaviors and physical activity to attending support groups and follow-up appointments. Nutrient deficiencies are also more common than you’d think, especially among bariatric patients. Supplements are a necessary purchase in keeping your body healthy, even …

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Are Chewy Vitamins Effective? As bariatric patients, you all know how vital vitamins are to your daily lives, especially after bariatric surgery. For those of you who don’t know, following bariatric surgery, bariatric patients must stick to a daily vitamin regimen for the rest of their lives. Without these vitamins, you risk many different health …

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Inflation & The Rising Costs of Vitamins Inflation has affected every aspect of American life. Everything is more expensive. It’s all making a dent in our pockets, from gas to groceries and even the vital vitamins and minerals bariatric patients need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The reason many companies have to jack up their …

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How Much Protein Do I Need Every Day? Following bariatric surgery, protein intake should be one of your top priorities. Protein plays a role in every cell in your body. Thus, proteins are constantly breaking down and need replenishing. When you don’t consume enough protein, your body breaks down lean muscle to use as energy. …

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What Type of Protein Powder Is Best? Medical literature recommends that bariatric patients consume between 60 and 90 grams of protein a day. To achieve this goal, bariatric patients must consume their protein in a series of smaller meals, as their stomachs can only hold so much food. Unfortunately, reaching that goal with a regular …

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How Long Should Bariatric Patients Take Vitamins? Following bariatric surgery, we recommend that a patient take daily vitamins for the rest of their life. You may have been wondering why is this a lifelong commitment? Especially after you have lost all the weight and are in a maintenance period. After surgery, your body has trouble …

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The Importance of Quercetin Quercetin is a flavanol, one of six subclasses of flavonoids found in plants. Flavonoids are what produce the pigment in many fruits and vegetables. You can find them in capers, peppers, onions, shallots, asparagus, cherries, tomatoes, red apples, red grapes, broccoli, kale, red leaf lettuce, berries, tea (green and black), various …

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Best Supplements for Allergies After Weight Loss Surgery Weight loss surgery is a life-changing moment. You took the next best step to live a full and healthy life. Why is it then that new food or environmental allergies can occur? This surgery alters digestion and can change your reaction to food proteins. You could be …

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The Dangers of Buying Supplements on Online Marketplaces We all love a good deal, especially if we think we’re finding the perfect item at practically a steal. Why pay more when you can get the exact same thing at a ridiculously low price? It seems too good to be true, right? We hate to say …

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How to Understand the New Nutrition Labels Part I: Changes from the FDA In 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) changed the regulations for the nutrition and supplements facts panels on nutrition labels. Why? To combat some of the health problems in the US and provide people with better, realistic solutions. Although it's already …

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How to Understand the New Nutrition Labels Part II: Vitamins and Supplements Earlier this year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) changed the regulations for nutrition and supplement labels. These new labels will be easier to understand and help people make more informed choices about their food, vitamins, and supplements. While it’s already on some …

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Collagen Protein After Weight Loss Surgery For several years, collagen has been a staple of the beauty industry. However, collagen is also a vital source of protein, which means it can aid in weight loss after post-bariatric surgery. The Importance of Protein After Weight Loss Surgery Protein is one of the most important nutrients in …

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The Importance of Eating Protein After Bariatric Surgery Protein Power It probably seems that every day there’s a new diet or article touting the wonders of protein. So, what’s the big deal about protein and why is it important? For starters, it’s part of every cell in your body and comprises approximately 15% of your …

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Vitamin B12 Deficiency After Gastric Bypass Surgery The Benefits of B12 & Deficiency Symptoms If you’ve recently taken the plunge and had life-changing bariatric surgery or you’re seriously considering doing so, congratulations on your road to better health! At ProCare Health, we are all about walking your journey with you and keeping you up to …

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Fiber Needs After Bariatric Surgery Deciding to undergo bariatric surgery may be stressful, but it is worth it. By making small lifestyle and dietary changes, such as incorporating fiber intake to your diet, you can maximize your weight-loss efforts and regulate your digestive system, along with other health benefits. However, it can be stressful to …

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