Category: Gastric sleeve

What Kind of Snacks Are Appropriate After Gastric Sleeve Surgery


If you have undergone gastric sleeve surgery, you are likely enjoying the benefits of significant, sustainable weight reduction, especially if you have struggled with your weight for years or even decades before surgery. Weight loss comes with a host of benefits, including a reduction of weight-related health issues. You can maintain your weight and health ...
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Do I Need to Worry About Malnutrition After Gastric Sleeve?


Gastric sleeve surgery is an effective weight loss solution for patients. It works by restricting food intake, which results in a substantial reduction in weight. Because of this, some patients may have questions about their nutritional intake; others may be concerned about the possibility of malnutrition. At Endobariatric, we are committed to making sure our ...
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Why You Should Consider Gastric Sleeve Surgery For Weight Loss


Before settling on bariatric surgery, most patients have tried everything under the sun to lose weight. But for millions of people, diet and exercise alone don’t work. One of the most popular bariatric surgeries today is gastric sleeve surgery. Why? For four good reasons… Gastric Sleeve is Safe All of my gastric sleeve procedures are ...
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4 Ways Your Life Improves After Gastric Sleeve Surgery


If you’ve thought about gastric sleeve surgery for more than a minute, you’ve probably imagined the ultimate benefit: dramatic (but healthy) weight loss. I mean, that’s the goal, right? But have you considered what that weight loss will actually mean for you? The best people to ask about how life changes, beyond wearing smaller clothing ...
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A Timetable for Gastric Sleeve Milestones


“When will I be able to…?” It’s a common opening sentence for gastric sleeve patients, both before and after surgery. Everyone wants to jump right back into their regular life immediately, but some things take time. How much time? Read on for a typical Endobariatric timeline for some of the biggest milestones. Almost immediately - ...
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Which Diet is Best for Gastric Sleeve Patients?


Low-carb, low-fat, vegan…plus about a million other diets for gastric sleeve patients to consider. When you’re trying to decide on a way of eating after your procedure, the options seem endless. And confusing. Today, I’m discussing the pros and cons of several popular diets, and while I have my personal opinions, please remember that the ...
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Surprising Behaviors that Lead to Regain After Gastric Sleeve Surgery


Regaining some of the weight you’ve lost after vertical sleeve gastrectomy can be frustrating. Most of the time, it’s pretty easy to pinpoint where you’re going wrong, especially if you’re regularly diving into a box of cookies or skipping the gym. But there are some not-so-obvious things you’re doing—or not doing—that can impact your long-term ...
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Is There a Stigma About Gastric Sleeve in Mexico?


If you’ve made the decision to have a vertical sleeve gastrectomy in Mexico—and told even one person about it—you already know the answer to that question: oh yes. It’s hard enough to “convince” people that bariatric surgery is the right course of action for you, but bariatric surgery in Mexico? You’re bound to get an ...
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