Weight Loss Surgery

If you lose a lot of weight quickly after bariatric surgery, you could have loose skin. A certain amount of loose skin is expected and is usually manageable. Here’s what you need to know. Excess skin often is prevalent in the abdomen, buttocks and upper arms. For some people, it is more of a nuisance […]

Even with an unaltered digestive system and unrestricted diet, we’ve all dealt with constipation from time to time. Usually, a laxative or a change in diet will help. After bariatric surgery, though, it’s not always that easy. Every person’s digestive system and bowel habits are different, but several changes after bariatric surgery can lead most

Weight Loss Surgery Vitamin deficiency after weight loss surgery Because your food intake is significantly reduced after weight loss surgery, the vitamins and minerals you take in also are reduced. It is essential to eat foods your bariatric doctor has recommended in the prescribed quantities. Your doctor also will recommend which supplements you need to

There’s no doubt that eating is an integral part of our culture. We enjoy a great meal, especially when celebrating a special occasion. We hold job interviews over meals. When friends and family get together, the first question usually is, “Where are we going to eat?” Whether you notice or not, when dining at a

Hair loss after bariatric surgery is common, but the good news is that it is temporary. If you do lose your hair after bariatric surgery, it will grow back. Why is hair loss after bariatric surgery so common? Because you are losing weight rapidly after the surgery, your body will shift nutrients to major organs,

After bariatric surgery, you start with a liquid diet and slowly work your way up to being able to digest regular, whole foods. A soft food diet is a necessary part of your post-surgery routine. Soft food is easy to digest and helps get your digestive system ready for whole foods. Which soft foods can

If you’ve had weight loss surgery, hydration is the key to recovery and weight loss. Because gastric bypass, duodenal switch and gastric sleeve surgeries limit the capacity of the stomach, it can be difficult to get the recommended 64 ounces of water each day. In fact, dehydration is a top reason that patients are re-admitted

Your stomach stretches to house sizable amounts of food and then shrinks back to its normal size once the food has moved into your digestive track. Even after weight loss surgery, your stomach continues to stretch and then contract. Rugae – folds of tissue in your stomach – stretch in response to the food you’ve

One of the most important aspects of your recovery from weight loss surgery is your diet. What you eat and how much of it you eat will also factor into how much weight you will lose after surgery. No matter your reason for having bariatric surgery – extreme weight loss, improved quality of life, treating

Bariatric surgery is a powerful tool for weight loss, with patients seeing dramatic loss typically in the first six to eighteen months after the surgery. It is very rewarding to see the pounds drop. However, even if you’re doing all of the right things – staying hydrated, sticking to your exercise regimen and maximizing your