What do I mean? Well essentially, I mean avoid drinking liquids which are high in calories such as smoothies, juices, milkshakes, soft drinks (sodas), cordials, shakes, big milky coffees. I know these words can be quite a surprise to some people. Especially...
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Sometimes your weight loss surgeon may suggest dietary changes before undergoing weight loss surgery. These are advised for preparing the body for surgery as well as a quick recovery. These changes ease you into the series of lifestyle changes including dietary...
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Cravings can come out of nowhere and can sometimes get the best of us. Advertisement commercials of fast food and aisles full of junk food in supermarkets make it even harder dealing with our temptations. Understanding what leads to cravings can help us keep them at...
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Statistics reveal that obesity and its medical comorbidities is now a global problem. Research has proven that surgical options are some of the safest and the most effective methods for long term weight loss. There are still various pitfalls in the journey towards...
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“Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out”. This applies to patients who have undergone the bariatric surgery. Obesity is now pandemic across the world, with more patients seeking bariatric surgery to help lose weight. Many patients...
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Obesity is a chronic medical illness due to a genetic predisposition that is triggered by environmental factors. WHO reports that the rate of obesity has doubled in the last 40 years and stresses on inappropriate food choices and physical inactivity as the biggest...
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You are already walking the path of healthier life. Entering into new healthier life would be thrilling but challenging as well. You need to follow a strict diet specifically post-surgery, which is geared towards recovering and avoiding further damage to the body....
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Bariatric surgery is only the beginning of your weight loss journey. Weight loss through surgery is a one-time process that can be further galvanized with the right mix of proper information, tools, motivation and lifelong commitment to a healthy lifestyle....
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Constipation post-bariatric surgery can be troublesome if occurring after bariatric surgery. It is important to prevent constipation as straining can lead to haemorrhoids and hernias. What are some causes of Constipation post-surgery? Less overall food being consumed...
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