Stay Strong After Bariatric Surgery: Best Support Groups (Including Ours)
Stay Strong After Bariatric Surgery: The Best Support Groups (Including Ours) By LN. Anakaren V. · Bariatric Nutritionist, ALO Bariatrics Updated 2026 · 8 min read Bariatric surgery is a life-changing decision — but the operating room is just the beginning. Long-term success depends on lifestyle changes, mental resilience, and ongoing support. Whether you traveled […]
10 Healthy Snack Options Post-Bariatric Surgery
10 sleeve and bypass-friendly protein snacks (10-15 g) plus the rules to make snacking support your goals — pre-portioned, solid, no sugar alcohols, timed right.
Protein After Bariatric Surgery – It’s Non-Negotiable!
NUTRITION ESSENTIALS · 6-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Protein After Bariatric Surgery: Why It’s Non-Negotiable 60–80g of protein daily isn’t a suggestion — it’s the difference between losing fat and losing muscle. The science, the targets, and bariatric-specific protein sources. By LN. Anakaren Vargas · Bariatric Nutritionist · ALO Bariatrics Team The Short Version […]
How to Prevent Major Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery
POST-OP CONCERNS · 6-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 How to Prevent Major Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery Up to 70% of bariatric patients lose hair at months 3–6. Why it happens, how to minimize it, and when it grows back. By LN. Anakaren Vargas · Bariatric Nutritionist · ALO Bariatrics Team The Short Version […]
Hungry Every Hour After Bariatric Surgery? Here’s What You Need to Know
NUTRITION ESSENTIALS · 7-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Hungry Every Hour After Bariatric Surgery? Here’s What You Need to Know Why your body still says “I’m starving” months after surgery — and how to tell real hunger from head hunger. By LN. Anakaren Vargas · Bariatric Dietitian · ALO Bariatrics THE SHORT VERSION Constant […]
Is It Bad to Drink Natural Juice After Bariatric Surgery?
NUTRITION ESSENTIALS · 5-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Is It Bad to Drink Natural Juice After Bariatric Surgery? Fresh-squeezed, cold-pressed, organic — even “healthy” juices behave like dumping triggers after bariatric surgery. Here’s why. By LN. Anakaren Vargas · Bariatric Dietitian · ALO Bariatrics THE SHORT VERSION Even 100% natural juice has 22–30g of […]
Do Satiety Symptoms Change After Bariatric Surgery?
NUTRITION SCIENCE · 6-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Do Satiety Symptoms Change After Bariatric Surgery? Why “full” feels completely different after gastric sleeve or bypass — and how to read your new hunger signals. By LN. Anakaren Vargas · Bariatric Dietitian · ALO Bariatrics THE SHORT VERSION Satiety changes dramatically — your “I’m full” […]
Can You Follow a Vegetarian Diet After Bariatric Surgery?
NUTRITION ESSENTIALS · 7-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Can You Follow a Vegetarian Diet After Bariatric Surgery? Yes — but the protein math is harder. Here’s how to hit 80g/day on a plant-based plate after gastric sleeve or bypass. By LN. Anakaren Vargas · Bariatric Dietitian · ALO Bariatrics THE SHORT VERSION Yes — […]
Can You Skip Vitamins After Bariatric Surgery? Here’s What You Need to Know
NUTRITION ESSENTIALS · 7-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Can You Skip Vitamins After Bariatric Surgery? Here’s What You Need to Know No. Vitamins are not optional after bariatric surgery — and the deficiencies you skip can cause permanent damage years later. By LN. Anakaren Vargas · Bariatric Dietitian · ALO Bariatrics THE SHORT VERSION […]
The Perfect Post-Weight Loss Surgery Diet
Mindset & Lifestyle The Perfect Post-Weight Loss Surgery Diet 📅 Updated April 2026 ⏱ 9 min read ✓ Medically reviewed Medically reviewed by Dr. Alejandro López Ortega Bariatric Surgeon · ALO Bariatrics · 20+ years · 20,000+ procedures ✓ Verified Key Takeaways Your surgeon will guide you through the first 4 weeks with a strict […]