Weight Loss Surgery could be more accurately called "Metabolic Surgery" due to its mechanism of action. The most powerful effects of weight loss surgery are by changing and re-formatting the manner in which the body uses energy and utilizes food. (I discuss this in detail in one of my articles
Why I Decided to Have WLS It seems like just yesterday when I got married and started a family. My life was great. I had a nice house, a new car, a successful business and a social life. Who can ask for anything more, I was living the American dream,
Rerouting your intestinal tract is going to change some of your hormones—including reducing your hunger. Bariatric surgery, such as gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, reconfigure the anatomy of your gastrointestinal tract (stomach) which recalibrates your energy balance and fat metabolism. The most pronounced change is the reduction of the intestinal
In the Fat-Soluble Vitamins, Part 1 article, I introduced you to vitamin D, which plays an important role in bone health and is especially important after WLS, as well as vitamin A, which helps support skin and eye health. In this article, I will discuss the remaining fat-soluble Vitamins E and
Food After Bariatric Surgery: Ask anyone who knows me and they will tell you these two things define me: racing cars and being a passionate dietitian. Most would think these two things have nothing to do with each other. Food Is The Fuel For Your Body You can’t drive a
Why I Decided to Have WLS I’ve struggled with my weight since 2nd grade. I remember my teacher looking at me and saying “you’re gonna pop out of them clothes.” From then on, my parents tried hard to help me lose weight. Back in the early 90’s, low-fat diets were
If you're looking for an alternative to the traditional burgers, this is a recipe for you! Delicious, healthy, low-carb, and jam-packed with protein. WLS-friendly that everyone will enjoy! Unique Greek Turkey Burgers Recipe Recipe by: Hungry Girl Makes 4 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes; Cook Time: 20 minutes; Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1/4 cup finely
Getting physically fit does not mean you have to spend a lot of money or buy an expensive gym membership, although, many gyms are reasonably priced and can offer excellent workout opportunities. If you really don’t want to step foot in a gym, the following 15 options may work for
Chicken and veggie goodness in every bite! This delicious cheesy bbq chicken roll recipe makes a delicious meal for the whole family. Cheesy BBQ Chicken Roll Recipe Recipe by: Hungry Girl Makes 2 servingsPrep Time: 5 minutes; Cook Time: 40 minutes; Total Time: 45 minutes Ingredients 3/4 cup bagged broccoli cole slaw, roughly chopped 1
Why I Decided to Have WLS I have always struggled with my weight. As almost anyone that has struggled with their weight will tell you, there are many different reasons/circumstances/excuses that overweight people use. The first is hereditary, then environment, then age, etc. and etc. My struggles started in the
