16

Dec

Will I Still Absorb Nutrients The Same Way After Lap-Band Surgery?

You may have heard that one of the more common side effects patients experience after gastric bypass surgery is vitamin or mineral deficiency. It's true that close to 30% of all gastric bypass patients experience some form of nutritional deficiency like osteoporosis, anemia...

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16

Dec

Is Bariatric Surgery An Effective Solution For Obesity-Related Depression?

Anyone who has suffered with obesity can attest to the significant psychological and emotional toll it can take on a person. It can lead to low self-esteem, anxiety and depression. So it raises the question: will a patient shed the psychological burden associated with obesity alo...

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16

Dec

10 Gardening Health Benefits

Gardening for HealthThe satisfaction of nurturing your garden and watching it thrive, not to mention the fresh, pure taste of homegrown foods is priceless. Here are 10 more healthy reasons to love gardening this summer:1. Exercise fun in the sun! Gardening provides you w...

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16

Dec

How Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery Different From Other Bariatric Procedures?

Once you have decided to take positive action towards regaining your health and losing your excess weight through bariatric surgery, the next and often-difficult task is to decide on which procedure is best for you. Each of the different surgeries has its own set of advantages an...

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16

Dec

4 Essential Tips For Your Weight Loss Surgery Recovery

Following bariatric surgery, most patients are eager to get started on their new weight loss path. It's important, however, to let your body recover from the surgery and to adjust to the changes that have taken place in your digestive system. So, we wanted to share with you...

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16

Dec

Post-Op Bariatric Surgery Diet Plan: Months 6 and Beyond – Final Part of Mini Series

You've made it beyond the six-month stage. Congratulations!  You’ve probably lost a significant amount of weight by now, and you know what types and amounts of food your body can handle at any given time.  Now, it’s time to continue on your weigh...

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16

Dec

Post-Op Bariatric Surgery Diet Plan: Months 4 to 6 – Part 3 of Mini Series

The bariatric surgery post-op diet series continues with months 4 to 6, where you'll see more diversity in your food options, and may start to get a little over-confident as you lose weight and keep feeling better. By now, you should be well into the lifestyle you&rsq...

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16

Dec