How Many Calories Should You Eat After Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Gastric sleeve surgery is a weight loss surgery that involves the removal of a large portion of the stomach, leaving a small banana-shaped “sleeve” of the stomach behind. Over time, the reduced stomach size significantly reduces the amount of food that you can consume, thus leading to weight loss. Read on to find out how […]
Gastric Sleeve Revision to Gastric Bypass the Right Option
Obesity and being overweight are severe issues in the United States. WHO estimates that by 2025, approximately 167 million people – adults and children – will become less healthy because they are overweight or obese. It has led to the rise of weight loss surgeries, like gastric sleeve surgery and involves removal of a large […]
Gastric Sleeve Surgery Recovery: What to Expect and How Long It Takes
Weight loss surgeries are rising, with more people opting to go under the knife to achieve their dream body. Studies show that many people who have bariatric surgery lose about 15 to 30 percent of their starting weight, depending on their surgery. One of the most common types of bariatric surgery is gastric sleeve surgery, […]
Gastric Sleeve Weight Loss Timeline: How Fast Will I Lose Weight?
The National Institute of Health reports that two in every three adults in the US are either obese or overweight. Gastric sleeve surgery is one of the most commonly performed bariatric surgeries in the US. Approved by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), gastric sleeve surgery is a minimally invasive weight loss […]
The Difference Between Being Overweight and Obese
Obesity is one of the severe public health problems in the United States. It is a complex disease caused by many factors and requires lifelong treatment. WHO reports that more than 1 billion people worldwide are obese – 650 million adults, 340 million adolescents, and 39 million children. When it comes to weight, there is […]
What is The Difference between a Gastric Band and a Gastric Balloon?
Innovation in weight loss surgery has led to the development of procedures like a gastric balloon and the gastric band (also known as Lap Band). Both options are effective and allow patients to reverse the procedure. However, these are two very different procedures. Understanding the differences can help patients make informed decisions about their weight […]
How to Get a Good Night Sleep after Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
After undergoing gastric sleeve surgery, your body experiences significant changes. Gastric sleeve surgery helps improve your sleep in the long run, particularly if you suffer from sleep apnea. However, the surgery’s short-term effects will be different. Even if you don’t experience as much pain or discomfort, it’s important to remember that your body underwent a […]
What to Eat After Gastric Bypass Surgery: Diet
When you have had gastric bypass surgery, you will need to follow a special diet to help your body recover and stay healthy. The diet will help you reduce the amount of fat and unhealthy food you eat, which will help you get the most out of your surgery and reduce your risk of health […]
When Can I Have Sex After Gastric Sleeve?
Gastric sleeve surgery is a big investment for your health and your quality of life. One of the more surprising, but extremely important, benefits of rapid weight loss is what it can do for your love life. Being obese can impact sexual intercourse in many different ways. Many people are self conscious about their bodies […]
What Signs and Symptoms Indicate Lap Band Slippage?
If you are one of the many people who have had a lap band surgery, then you may be wondering what are the signs and symptoms of lap band slippage? Unfortunately, there is no one answer to this question since everyone’s body reacts differently to the surgery. However, there are some general guidelines that can […]