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Regain After Weight Loss SurgeryHello, I am new and I just signed up for this support group out of frustration and pure determination to be around a strong support group. My...
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Why Are Vitamins So Important After Bariatric Surgery?I do Love the Article of great information! Definitely a great reminder!
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Regain After Weight Loss SurgeryI am in the same boat! I am 12 years post gastric bypass. Covid kicked me mentally and I am gaining weight back and falling back into an...
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The Critical Role of Support Groups After Bariatric SurgeryI would be so happy to find a local in-person meeting. People just don't seem to want that anymore.- JJreb
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Bariatric Surgery Post-Op Eating
Following bariatric surgery, your body will need to heal and recover before you start eating a regular bariatric diet. While your body is recovering you will slowly progress from an all-liquid diet to a solid food diet. This progression can take from 4-14 weeks depending on the type of surgery...- Kevin
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5 Day Pouch Test
Basically this is the 5 Day Pouch Test (5DPT) Start by eating liquid protein, end up eating solid protein. The basic rule is that on any day you can eat the items that were available on previous days; but placing emphasis on the foods that pertain to the rules of that day. D1: Liquid Protein...- Kevin
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An overview of my journey... so far.
Diane asked me about posting about my journey so far... I wrote this overview in response. It is very high level about how I ended up obese and how I ended up having three surgeries. There is obviously a lot of detail omitted, but I felt that perhaps the overview might help someone not make...- eladams2015
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Glycemic Index (GI)
The Glycemic Index is a measure of how foods that are high in carbohydrates raise blood glucose. The standard for this ranking system is pure glucose, or white bread. Foods with high GI raise glucose levels in our blood more than foods with a low GI. Foods that are Low on the GI index have a GI... -
Vitamin D - Dangers & Proaction
Dangers of Low Vitamin D First off: it is worth noting that Vitamin D deficiency is very common. 32% of children and 50% of adults need more of the "Sunlight Vitamin." With staggering numbers like this it seems like we would all be finding excuses to see more sunlight or find fun sources of...- Kevin
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How Canadians Can Save Big on Gastric Sleeve Surgery by Traveling to Tijuana
- Emma Rivera
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For Canadians exploring gastric sleeve surgery, the search for comprehensive and cost-effective solutions often extends beyond domestic borders... -
Why Mexico is a Leading Destination for Bariatric Surgery
- MuhammadUmair156
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Bariatric surgery, such as gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, is a life-changing solution for individuals struggling with obesity and related... -
Bariatric Diets: Quick Guide
- KristenJH
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Embark on your transformative journey with confidence. As a bariatric physician with more than three decades of experience, I've had the honor of... -
Eating After Weight Loss Surgery: The Bariatric Diet
- KristenJH
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Whether you had gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, or another type of weight-loss surgery, it's so crucial to follow a proper post-bariatric... -
10 Benefits of Eating Protein Bars: Why Are Protein Bars Good For You?
- KristenJH
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Before we go into the 10 health benefits of protein bars, let's first define what these magical treats are! In the below picture, the three... -
This is Why Portion Controlled Meals Are Superb For Weight Loss
- KristenJH
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Understanding Portion Control for Effective Weight Loss If we look at portion-controlled meals, what we are trying to do is to ensure that the... -
Why Are Vitamins So Important After Bariatric Surgery?
- KristenJH
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Bariatric surgery leads to significant changes in your body's ability to digest food and absorb nutrients from the gut. Some key points on why... -
What Insurance Covers Bariatric Surgery?
- KristenJH
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What Insurance Covers Bariatric Surgery Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, refers to various surgical procedures performed to... -
The Critical Role of Support Groups After Bariatric Surgery
- KristenJH
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Undergoing bariatric surgery is just the first step in a lifelong journey of massive physical, emotional, and lifestyle changes. While the initial... -
Managing Diabetes Through Proper Nutrition
- KristenJH
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Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide, posing significant health challenges and daily dietary decisions. Nutrition plays... -
New Direction Advanced Weight Management System
- KristenJH
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New Direction Advanced Weight Loss Program Obesity has become a major public health issue in recent decades. More than 70% of American adults are... -
An overview of my journey... so far.
- eladams2015
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Diane asked me about posting about my journey so far... I wrote this overview in response. It is very high level about how I ended up obese and... -
How to Survive Dumping Syndrome
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Regain After Weight Loss Surgery
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Invest In Yourself: 6 Ways To Grow As A Person
- Kevin
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[Original Article at AmBari Nutrition] Losing weight can be a powerful first step in improving your quality of life, but it isn’t the only part... -
What Is Dumping Syndrome?
- Kevin
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If you’ve done your homework on weight loss surgery, you’ve likely come across the dreaded dumping syndrome. This condition commonly occurs in... -
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) Basics
- Kevin
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The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) surgery is the most common bariatric surgery performed in the United States, and has been performed for well... -
Glycemic Index (GI)
- Kevin
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The Glycemic Index is a measure of how foods that are high in carbohydrates raise blood glucose. The standard for this ranking system is pure...