Vertical sleeve gastrectomy or gastric sleeve surgery, considered one of the most effective weight loss surgeries, is the result of years of improvements made on gastroplasty and anti-reflux procedures. The…
May 2 , 2024 | 3 Minutes to Read
Gastric sleeve surgery is a leading bariatric procedure for effective, long-term weight loss. However, many patients wonder: Can my stomach stretch after surgery? The answer is yes—while the surgery dramatically reduces stomach size, overeating or poor eating habits can cause the stomach to…
May 1 , 2024 | 3 Minutes to Read
Obesity is a leading risk factor for chronic diseases worldwide, including hypertension, diabetes, osteoarthritis, and more. For those struggling with medically complicated obesity, vertical sleeve gastrectomy has emerged as a leading bariatric surgery option for sustainable weight loss. Among the most common questions…
April 25 , 2024 | 3 Minutes to Read
Bariatric surgery has become one of the most effective treatments for medically complicated obesity and its related conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea. Despite its proven benefits and increasing popularity, bariatric surgery is still surrounded by myths and misconceptions…
April 24 , 2024 | 4 Minutes to Read
Weight loss menu without sacrificing the flavors: People often dread undergoing bariatric surgery due to the sacrifices they may have to make regarding food intake and assume that there is no weight loss menu post surgery. Thanks to the genius of culinary artists,…
April 23 , 2024 | 5 Minutes to Read
Gastric sleeve surgery is one of the highly recommended bariatric procedures to treat morbid obesity and any underlying disorders. It reduces the size of the stomach to create a pouch and lowers the production of the hunger hormone, “ghrelin”, to facilitate weight loss.…
April 22 , 2024 | 4 Minutes to Read
The weight loss surgery known as SIPS or Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SADI-S) stands as a leading advanced bariatric procedure that delivers sustainable weight loss for obese patients and those with metabolic syndrome. The continuous transformation of patient requirements and medical practices makes SIPS knowledge essential for people thinking about weight loss surgery. The following guide…
April 21 , 2024 | 4 Minutes to Read
Bariatric psychological evaluations is a must: Choosing bariatric surgery to lose weight can be an effective solution for morbidly obese patients. Undergoing weight loss surgery is the last resort for those who have tried almost everything out there, be it diet or exercise…
April 20 , 2024 | 4 Minutes to Read
A successful weight loss journey after bariatric surgery requires more than just the procedure—it demands a lifelong commitment to healthy eating and lifestyle habits. For many Australians, battling a sweet tooth after weight loss surgery is one of the biggest challenges on the…
April 19 , 2024 | 3 Minutes to Read
Dumping syndrome is a common complication after gastric or bariatric surgery, affecting many patients who have undergone procedures like gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about dumping syndrome in 2025—from symptoms and causes to…
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