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Protein After Bariatric Surgery: How Protein Shots Make Hitting Your Goals Easier for Satch Selden

Marian Kate Pandita-Meneses

Struggling to meet protein goals after bariatric surgery? Protein shots deliver high protein in small amounts, making post-op nutrition simpler and more manageable.


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Farron Barneycastle’s Weight Loss Journey: From 246 to 157 Pounds Through Resilience and Small Habits

Marian Kate Pandita-Meneses

When Farron Barneycastle set out for weight loss surgery, she didn’t expect setbacks—but she also didn’t expect how strong she would become. Here’s how she lost 89 pounds by staying patient, consistent, and committed.


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John Bergner’s 374-Pound Weight Loss: How Surgery, Mindset & the “BIG 3” Changed His Life

Marian Kate Pandita-Meneses

After years of struggling with his weight, former athlete John Bergner transformed his life losing 374 pounds through surgery, discipline, and daily commitment to his “BIG 3.


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Farah Victoria’s 135-Pound Weight Loss Journey: 5 Years of Strength, Surgery & Self-Discovery

Marian Kate Pandita-Meneses

Farah Victoria lost 135 pounds over five years—but her greatest transformation wasn’t just physical. From heartbreak and health scares to surgery and self-acceptance, this is her powerful story of resilience.


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Bariatric Surgery Do’s and Don’ts: Your Pre-Op Survival Guide

Michaela Pearson

Preparing for bariatric surgery can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. This guide breaks down essential do’s and don’ts, smart shopping tips and supportive advice to help you feel confident and ready for your journey.


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How to Focus on Your Own Bariatric Surgery Success

Alex Brecher
Bariatric surgery is a personal decision and journey, and it’s something you may do for your own health and quality of life. All too often, though,...
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The Emotional Journey of Bariatric Surgery: Navigating Post-Surgery Challenges and Triumphs

Alex Brecher
Undergoing bariatric surgery is far from taking the easy way out. When you get bariatric surgery, you’re committing to one of the toughest journeys...
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Common Misunderstandings About Bariatric Surgery

Alex Brecher
Sometimes it seems like everyone has opinions about bariatric surgery, but how much do you really know? There is a lot of misinformation going arou...
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10 Bariatric Surgery Must-Haves

Alex Brecher
Bariatric surgery is a big life event. You’ll need a lot of things after it! Here are 10 bariatric surgery must-haves to make recovery more comfort...
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Study Finds That Bariatric Surgery May Lower Risk for Severe Liver Disease

Alex Brecher
Have you been considering bariatric surgery? When weighing the pros and cons, you may want to consider a new study published in the November 2021 e...
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What I Wish I'd Known Before Weight Loss Surgery

Alex Brecher
Hindsight is 20-20, but foresight is not. There is value to researching, but you cannot know everything beforehand. No matter how much you think yo...
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Should I Tell People I'm Having Weight Loss Surgery?

Alex Brecher
Bariatric surgery is a life-changing choice that may have been the most important choice so far in your life. It is expensive, takes a lifelong com...
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