Wellness

By: Jennifer Davis and Jessi Treadaway Immediately after surgery, you know exactly what to do with your nutrition and exercise as there a clearly defined rules of what you should or shouldn’t do. Food choices and portions are still extremely limited, nutrition...

The most critical timeframe for complications related bariatric surgery occurs within the first 72hrs up to 6 weeks post-surgery.  Symptoms of concern include: Fever over 101 degrees Fahrenheit Symptomatic low blood pressure Heart rate greater than 120bpm (or 40...

Dairy is one of the main protein sources recommended when switching to a high protein diet. It is, like meat, one of the most bioavailable proteins for human bodies. We are also the only mammal that consumes another mammal’s milk! Lactose is found in mostly all...

Even after you feel like you’ve mastered this whole new way of eating after bariatric surgery, those old food cravings can creep back up every now and then. It is important for long-term weight management to keep junk food to a minimum. These foods do not keep you...

Are you feeling fatigued? Have frequent headaches? Are you still struggling with weight fluctuation? Feeling bloated?  These are just a few of the symptoms of dehydration. Our bodies are made up of 60-70% water that must be replenished every day with oral...

Hunger after surgery I often hear at postoperative appointments after surgery, “I only eat like once a day, I’m not hungry, so I just don’t eat.” This is not a desirable or sustainable practice. We want you eating healthy, high protein, nutrient dense foods, in...

                The excitement and anticipation of weight loss can often overpower the reality of lifestyle changes that occur after weight loss surgery.  This can be very impactful on the patient’s life and their loved ones.  Mild depression, anxiety and suicidal...

Now that we are getting into the holiday season, social events of all kinds are starting to come up! From Thanksgiving to Christmas and New Year’s, there always seems to be a reason to celebrate this time of year. For those who have gone through weight loss...

When it comes to losing weight, we usually think that carbohydrates are the first thing that need to be removed from our diets to achieve results. There are many fad diet plans out there that rely on carbs being eliminated from our diet to achieve the desired...

PCOS is a common health issue found around the world that affects up to 10 million people. PCOS is found in females and is a disorder of the endocrine system – aka hormonal imbalance. Many females who consider bariatric surgery are doing so in order to increase...

Hydration is one of the most important aspects to focus on after bariatric surgery. It affects all facets of the body like hair, skin, mucus membranes, circulation, energy levels, metabolism and of course, your digestive system. The body is compromised of up to 60%...