One of the things I love about being part of the team for weight loss surgery patients is the excitement and the hope that each patient has prior to surgery. On a daily basis, I speak with patients about all of the reasons why they want to have surgery and
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This is a question that has been an ongoing, central topic in the world of nutrition. It is a topic that incorporates humanity, belief, science, culture and personal preference. If a person decides to live on only plant-based foods, is that enough? Will plant-based foods give a person everything they
Things worth obtaining are not necessarily easy. Every day I give thanks for the life-changing and health-providing surgery I had 15 years ago. Never did I imagine that life would look like this. Being rolled into the operating room at 270 pounds, I vividly remember asking God to allow this
Think of an ulcer as a sore in the lining of your stomach. They can cause pain, bleeding or make a hole in the stomach called a perforation. They can develop within a few months or even years out from surgery. It is important for bariatric patients to know what
It seems like the latest buzz is always about carbs! Some say all carbs are bad. Others say there are some good carbs, but only those with a low glycemic index. And what about the health-promoting resistant starches, a carb that is contained in legumes and pasta to help you
This Four Ingredient Frittata Recipe is such a great breakfast for help to lose weight. It’s not often that you find protein + vegetables in an easy breakfast (usually its carb + carb!) Since this is protein + fiber, it will give you a steady foundation to keeping your blood
I started gaining weight after college. It did not become a real issue until after I had my son. Every time I stepped on the scale, the number just kept getting higher and higher. I had diabetes and I was only able to control by taking insulin four times a
Making the decision to undergo weight loss surgery is a life-changing proposition. It is imperative when devising an informed and educated decision, in collaboration with your surgeon, regarding the short and long-term outcomes of weight loss surgical procedures. The Duodenal Switch (DS) (Bilio-pancreatic diversion with Duodenal Switch) has the best
Note: This article "10 Ways to Keep Your Weekend Eating on Track" contains some recommendations concerning types of foods to be included in your diet. If you have had weight loss surgery, please first and foremost follow the guidelines and recommendations provided to you by your surgeon and/or dietitian. You
