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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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Krystina Clemons’ Weight Loss Journey: How She Regained Her Health, Strength, and Confidence

Michaela Pearson

After a lifetime of weight struggles and shame, Krystina decided enough was enough—and took her life back. Now she’s not only healthy, she’s thriving. This is her story.


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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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Why Am I Not Losing Weight After Weight Loss Surgery?

Alex Brecher
The weeks or months after weight loss surgery can lead to tremendous weight loss. It can be motivating and lead to enormous gains in health and ene...
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What Is a Pouch Reset Diet?

What Is a Pouch Reset Diet?

Alex Brecher
Have you experienced weight regain after you successfully lost weight following weight loss surgery? It is certainly common, and unbelievably frus...
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Yumbox Lunch Boxes for Back-to-School Weight Loss

Yumbox Lunch Boxes for Back-to-School Weight Loss

Alex Brecher
As summer draws to a close and school is starting in many parts of the country, it is a good time to think about weight loss, especially at lunch....
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Snack Away with Simply Snackin’ Jerky

Snack Away with Simply Snackin' Jerky

Kimberly Hembree
When it comes to snacking, you have to be very careful as a weight loss surgery patient. There are some things that should be off limits as they do...
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Eat Clean with JiMMY! Bars

Eat Clean with JiMMY! Bars

Kimberly Hembree
Protein bars are one of the best snacks and meal replacement ideas after bariatric surgery. They provide a quick source of protein to help you stay...
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Brrrr it’s cold outside! Try this amazing Hot Chocolate Protein Drink!

Brrrr it's cold outside! Try this amazing Hot Chocolate Protein Drink!

Kimberly Hembree
We are getting close to winter which means temperatures are dropping fast. Hot chocolate is a favorite treat for the cold months, but unfortunately for bariatric patients, it is not the best choice. Most hot chocolates are full of sugar, which is detrimental for weight loss surgery patients. Fortunately, there is a better choice! BariatricPal’s Hot Chocolate Protein Drink is the perfect alternative to normal hot chocolate. At 80 calories, 3g sugar and 15g of protein, it is an amazing winter drink.
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Are you bored of the typical protein bar flavors? Try these Salted Toffee Pretzel bars!

Are you bored of the typical protein bar flavors? Try these Salted Toffee Pretzel bars!

Kimberly Hembree
Protein! It is one of the most critical things needed after bariatric surgery because it supports healthy muscle function and metabolism. There are so many other benefits for eating a high protein diet, especially after weight loss surgery. Protein should be included in all of your meals after bariatric surgery and you should aim to get at least 80-100 grams per day.
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Swap Unhealthy Potato Chips for Protein Potato Chips!

Swap Unhealthy Potato Chips for Protein Potato Chips!

Kimberly Hembree
Potato chips are one of my all-time favorite snacks. However, we all know how unhealthy they are. As bariatric patients, the last thing we need is the unnecessary carbs and fat found in potato chips. When I found the Healthwise Protein Potato Chips I was so excited. Could I really enjoy potato chips without all the guilt? Well, it’s true! 
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Healthy Version of 100 Grand Candy Bars

Healthy Version of 100 Grand Candy Bars

Kimberly Hembree
Do you love the 100 grand candy bars? Me too! Unfortunately, as bariatric patients, candy should be off limits. Sugar is detrimental for weight loss surgery patients and things such as candy bars provide no nutritional value for us. We should be nourishing our bodies with high protein, low sugar foods. I am happy to report I have found a healthy version of the 100 grand candy!
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