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 — […]
What Happens If You Don’t Follow the Pre-Op Bariatric Diet?
PRE-OP SAFETY · 6-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 What Happens If You Don’t Follow the Pre-Op Bariatric Diet? The 2-week pre-op liver diet isn’t optional. Skipping it makes surgery more dangerous and can get your procedure delayed or canceled. By Dr. Alejandro López, MD · Bariatric Surgeon · Tijuana · Guadalajara · Puerto Vallarta […]
Can Alcohol Ruin Your Bariatric Surgery Results?
POST-OP LIFESTYLE · 6-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Can Alcohol Ruin Your Bariatric Surgery Results? Yes — and not just because of calories. Alcohol post-bariatric hits faster, lasts longer, and silently rebuilds weight regain. By Dr. Alejandro López, MD · Bariatric Surgeon · Tijuana · Guadalajara · Puerto Vallarta THE SHORT VERSION Alcohol absorption […]
Can Drinking Water Stretch Your Stomach After Bariatric Surgery?
POST-OP MYTHS · 5-MIN READ · UPDATED MAY 2026 Can Drinking Water Stretch Your Stomach After Bariatric Surgery? Short answer: no — water alone won’t permanently stretch your post-op stomach. But how you drink it absolutely matters. By Dr. Alejandro López, MD · Bariatric Surgeon · Tijuana · Guadalajara · Puerto Vallarta THE SHORT VERSION […]
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 […]