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The Paleo and Whole 30 Diet for Bariatric Patients
When we talk about eating an all-natural, whole food diet, we are referring to eating foods that are minimally processed. There are many benefits to eating a diet rich in vegetables and farm-raised...
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Fad Diets: The Dangerous Side Effects
Do you ever wonder why we promote a lifestyle change and not a diet? Fad diets just don’t work! How many times have you started your healthy eating kick with the elimination of all processed foods, all...
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The Worst Types of Fad Diets
It is estimated that about 45 million Americans go on a diet each year. However, two-thirds of the US population is considered overweight or obese based on their body mass index. With the steady rise...
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A Breakdown of the Keto Diet for Bariatric Patients
We have all heard about the keto diet, the latest trend. But do you actually know what it entails other than eating lots of fat and losing weight? In this blog, I am going to dive into the basics of...
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Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss: An Introduction
Intermittent fasting seems to be another rising health trend and one that is said to promote weight loss and simplicity—if done appropriately. It is not a diet, but rather a pattern of eating. It...
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Intermittent Fasting 101: For Bariatric Patients
In last week’s blog post, I talked about intermittent fasting, what it entails, and the added benefits. And as promised, this week I am talking about the downsides as well as what my take is on...
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The Keto Diet and Weight Loss
Far from a fad diet, the ketogenic diet, a.k.a the keto diet, is proving that it is here to stay. The attention is well justified since the keto diet and weight loss go hand-in-hand. The ketogenic diet...
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The Bariatric Patient’s Macronutrient Breakdown on the Keto Diet
Macronutrients (“macros” for short) are the components of food that we consume in large quantities that provide energy in the form of calories—fat, protein, and carbohydrates. Macros provide the bulk...
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Deciding if the Keto Diet is Right for You After Bariatric Surgery
Many swear by keto, but just like other diets, it isn’t for everyone. The important things to consider when deciding whether or not to “go keto” after bariatric surgery are your current health status,...
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Reasons You May Not be Losing Weight on the Keto Diet
The keto diet has been shown to be an effective diet for losing weight. Its low-carbohydrate, high-fat, moderate-protein model transforms the body from glucose-reliant to a machine that uses fat for...
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4 Helpful Tips for The Bariatric Pre-Op Liquid Diet
All patients must adhere to a two-week bariatric pre-op liquid diet no matter the type of bariatric procedure being performed. The thought of drinking only liquids for two weeks might sound horrible...
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Carnivore Diet Meal Plan for Bariatric Patients
The carnivore diet, also known as the zero-carb diet or all meat diet, is not to be confused with the ketogenic diet. If you’ve followed other diets to lose weight only to put it back on again later...
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The Problem with Cheat Days after Bariatric Surgery
Cheat days have become a popular trend amount dieters and fitness enthusiasts alike. Life after bariatric surgery comes with many changes, the most significant being a change in your eating habits....
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How to Follow a Low-Carb Diet for Weight Loss
For bariatric patients, a low-carb diet is the most recommended way of eating to lose weight and maintain your weight loss after bariatric surgery. Hopefully, you have learned the importance of a...
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6 Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet
The vegan diet has become a popular form of eating in more recent years. With celebrities and influencers touting the health benefits of a vegan diet, you may be curious about what it means to be vegan...
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How to Follow a Vegan Diet After Bariatric Surgery
Veganism and following a vegan diet has become trendy, whether for health reasons, environmental concerns, or ethical motivations. Whatever the reason, it is entirely safe and healthy to follow a vegan...
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10 Things to Expect When Starting a Vegan Diet
Following a vegan diet may improve your overall health and long-term quality of life, which can become quite attractive when considering incorporating this new form of eating into your lifestyle. Yet...
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Gastric Bypass Diet: What to Eat and When
The gastric bypass diet is very particular, with your bariatric care team having specific protocols for how you need to eat at various stages post-operatively. The gastric sleeve and gastric bypass...
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The Toxic World of Social Media Diet Culture for Bariatric Patients
As the most prominent communication and information-sharing platform, social media greatly influences the diet culture, sometimes sharing unrealistic weight loss expectations. Social media diet culture...
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DASH Diet for Managing High Blood Pressure
The DASH diet is a dietary approach to managing high blood pressure. DASH stands for “dietary approaches to stopping hypertension,” precisely as it sounds. The DASH diet is prescribed to patients with...
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Gastric Bypass Diet: What to Expect
The gastric bypass diet is specific for bariatric patients and is similar to the gastric sleeve or duodenal switch diet post-operatively. The surgery process is long, so post-operatively, patients want...
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Intuitive Eating for Bariatric Patients
In the realm of weight management and post-bariatric surgery care, intuitive eating for bariatric patients emerges as a grounded approach that challenges traditional diets. This approach, rooted in...
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Managing Polycystic Kidney Disease with a Keto Diet
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys. These cysts can alter the shape and size of the kidneys, leading to various...
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