For the first 6 months to 1 year post WLS, many people do not feel the same level of hunger or food cravings they did prior to surgery. In addition, your pouch limits what you can eat and you may not be able to tolerate certain foods. But for many bariatric patients, the appetite and cravings return. As the appetite and cravings return, weigh regain may be an issue and emotional eating plays a large role in this process. Read more…
It has been a few months (or even years) since your weight loss surgery.
You have been eating your protein based meals, taking your vitamin and mineral supplements, getting in your exercise and drinking plenty of fluids.
You’re getting tired of the same old protein drinks, eggs, turkey and grilled chicken and want something different, but also want to stay on track. What can you do?
There are many resources available to WLS patients, from websites to cookbooks. Some websites for bariatric patients offer a lot of great advice and really delicious recipes to change up your menu.
Here are our top suggestions: Read more…
We’re seeing a positive trend here at Prime Surgicare — the families of our weight loss surgery clients are losing weight right along with the patient!
This morning in our Freehold office, our patient, a full-time working mother who has lost 75 pounds in seven months after gastric bypass, shared a remarkable story about her family.
Her husband, who shops and prepares meals during the week, has lost 30 pounds by just getting rid of the “empty calories” and stocking up on protein, fruits and vegetables. Read more…