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WLS, Vitamins

An Overview of Bariatric Vitamins

When you have weight loss surgery, your body goes through significant physical and mental changes. These changes affect the physical composition and hormonal regulation systems. Because of these drastic changes, you will need to adjust to a strict vitamin schedule.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
3 min read
WLS, Vitamins

8 Tips for Sticking To Your Bariatric Vitamin Schedule

Everyone requires vitamins following bariatric surgery. Without taking daily vitamins, there is a significant risk for nutritional deficiencies. Before bariatric surgery, you likely were able to meet most of your dietary needs with your diet.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
WLS, Problems

3 Types of Bariatric Surgery Problems

Having minor issues or discomfort after bariatric surgery is a common occurrence. Serious or severe health complications need immediate attention to prevent further infection. Depending on which weight loss surgery you chose to have, you can experience a variety of side effects after surgery.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
4 min read
WLS, Insurance

6 Weight Loss Surgery Insurance Secrets You Need to Know

Weight loss surgery is costly, and getting your insurance company to cover your surgical costs is no easy task. However, the cost of not going through with surgery is often much more significant for both you and your insurer.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
WLS, Diet

Bariatric Food

After your bariatric surgery, you have a significantly smaller stomach and digestive system. Therefore you have a much more limited ability to eat certain foods. Your dietary restrictions can be small or large, depending on your bariatric surgery and health conditions.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
WLS, Risk

Bariatric Surgery Risks

When you decide to embark on your bariatric health journey, you must consider the multitude of health risks at stake. There are various bariatric surgery risks that you must discuss in detail with your bariatric surgeon, dietician, and primary physician.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
WLS

Pros and Cons of Bariatric Surgery

When faced with such a huge decision, you may be asking yourself what are the pros and cons of bariatric surgery? There is, of course, life-changing weight loss. But there are also possible drawbacks.
Kaelyn Johnson, MPH, RD
Kaelyn Johnson, MPH, RD
5 min read
WLS, Diet

Keto Diet After Bariatric Surgery

The keto diet is widely popular for its weight loss results, making it seem like an appealing option for people who have gone through weight loss surgery. However, you need to know what the diet entails and the benefits and drawbacks of a keto diet after bariatric surgery.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
6 min read
WLS, Menu

The Bariatric Diet Menu

Your bariatric diet menu requires consistent liquid and protein intake for your body to heal and expect from surgery. The bariatric diet menu relies on your participation and dedication before and after surgery for your weight loss success.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
7 min read
WLS, Diet

How To Shrink Liver In 3 Days

You likely know that you will need to change your eating habits before and after surgery, but did you know that it is crucial to shrink your liver before your operation? Let's explore how to shrink liver in 3 days and why it is important.
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
Julia Rae Walker, RN, BSN, BA
7 min read
WLS, Forum

Bariatric Support Groups Near You

For those who are constantly searching for, "baratric support groups near me", there are several options available for you.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
WLS, Safe

Is Bariatric Surgery Safe?

Bariatric surgery is not a surgery without risks. The risks increase based upon your current health state before surgery. The factors that affect your ability to have a successful bariatric surgery include your nutrition, weight history, age, medical condition, motivation, and mental health.
Kelsey Renae Schulze
Kelsey Renae Schulze
5 min read
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