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Are Gummy Vitamins Safe After Sleeve Surgery?
Sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is a weight loss procedure in which a portion of the stomach is removed. The leftover piece is then formed into a tube or “sleeve,” leaving only enough at the end to fit into an average-sized banana. When paired with other lifestyle adjustments, the technique restricts both food […]
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Stocking Your Kitchen for Post-Surgery Success
Sleeve gastrectomy, also known as the gastric sleeve procedure, is a weight loss medical procedure in which about 85% of the stomach is removed. This limits the amount of calories a person can easily eat, while mitigating hunger as well. Eating and Weight Loss After Surgery Of course, the gastric sleeve surgery is only the […]
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10 Reasons Why You’re Not Losing Weight After Sleeve
Sleeve surgery is an effective weight loss option that has helped many individuals lose excess weight and improve their overall health. When performed by an experienced surgeon, sleeve surgery will lead to clear, measurable results. However, if you’re not losing weight as expected after gastric sleeve surgery, then the reason may be one of the […]
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How Weight Loss Surgery Helps With Gastric Reflux
Many patients diagnosed with gastric reflux may choose to undergo weight loss surgery to treat the condition. Though it usually isn’t the first or primary treatment option for gastric reflux, when other methods have failed, bariatric surgery may be the right solution. What Is Gastric Reflux? Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid flows […]
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9 Tips for Enjoying the Holidays After Sleeve Surgery
For many, it’s the most magical time of the year. But for recent sleeve surgery patients, it’s also the most tempting time of the year. Family get-togethers, office parties, and dinners are brimming with mashed potatoes, apple pie, cocktails, stuffed turkey, honey ham, chocolate, and so much more. So what’s the key to withstanding temptation […]
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