As a bariatric dietitian, every week I counsel dozens of patients who turn to weight loss surgery to help them lose weight and get healthier. Rarely does a week go by when I don’t talk with at least one patient who shares a common story with me. Someone in their life – it could be a […]
Detoxes are everywhere these days. There are juices, powders, teas, even concoctions of spices and maple syrup. The one thing almost all have in common is the claim that they rid your body of toxins, build-up and other poisons. Many promise increased energy, improved mental clarity, better bathroom visits and, of course, weight loss. Who […]
Dr. Ajay Goyal explains what you should consider when deciding between gastric bypass and gastric band − LAP-BAND® or REALIZE® band − surgeries.
From overflowing turkey buffets with all the sides to plate-loads of Christmas cookies at the office to New Year's eve bubbly with friends, the period from Thanksgiving to New Year’s is one of the hardest to get through without putting on a few extra pounds. If you are trying to lose weight, the holiday season […]
Whether you've had weight loss surgery - Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve or LAP-BAND® - or you're just looking to stick to your diet this Halloween, you don't have to be scared by the thought of easy access to barrels of candy. You can still celebrate Halloween and stick to your eating plan. Just try these […]
From the beach to the ballpark and everywhere in between, medical weight loss and weight loss surgery patients (LAP-BAND®, Gastric Bypass and Gastric Sleeve) can still make healthy choices when navigating these classic summer-fun scenarios!
Considering weight loss surgery? Whether you're about to have gastric sleeve, gastric bypass or gastric band or balloon, take time to learn the skills that will help you be a bariatric success story.
One of the first questions many of my female patients ask me when contemplating gastric bypass, gastric sleeve or LAP-BAND® surgery is how the procedures will affect their ability to get pregnant. Many have tried to conceive in the past and have been unsuccessful. While weight loss surgery won’t be able to overcome all fertility […]
You joined a gym! That’s great news. For Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve and LAP-BAND patients, joining a gym gives you an added edge. Studies have found that weight loss surgery patients who regularly exercise lose more weight than those who exercise infrequently. So now that you’ve gotten over the hurdle of joining a gym, keep […]
Chewable, liquid, gummies and all those brands! Are all vitamins created equal? Weight Loss surgery patients (Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve and LAP-BAND) often ask which vitamin supplements are best. The answer may very well depend on your own personal tastes and how many pills you want to take. For most people, taking a traditional multi-vitamin […]
When you decide to have weight loss surgery – whether it’s Gastric Bypass, Gastric Band (LAP-BAND® or REALIZE®) or Gastric Sleeve – you will not be going on your journey alone. Your bariatric surgeon will take the trip right along with you. When it comes to choosing the right surgeon, it is important to choose […]
For patients who have just had Gastric Band surgery (LAP-BAND® or REALIZE® band), one of the first questions they want to know is how will they know when they need to adjust their Gastric Band. But before you’ll know when it’s time to adjust your gastric band, you need to understand how gastric band surgery […]