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A packet of PreProtein liquid predigested protein supplement in mango flavor sits next to a whole mango and a sliced piece, highlighting its nutritional benefits with 20g of protein and 80 calories.

What Is Liquid Digested Protein?

Alex Brecher
Protein is at a premium after bariatric surgery because you need a lot but it can be hard to get enough! Getting enough protein is critical for pro...
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A packet of PreProtein liquid predigested protein supplement in mango flavor sits next to a whole mango and a sliced piece, highlighting its nutritional benefits with 20g of protein and 80 calories.

What Is Liquid Digested Protein?

Alex Brecher
Protein is at a premium after bariatric surgery because you need a lot but it can be hard to get enough! Getting enough protein is critical for pro...
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A collection of bariatric multivitamins and supplements, including a protein powder, chewy vitamins, capsules, and a patch, is displayed on a wooden surface with a blurred background.

Top Five Bariatric Multivitamins

Alex Brecher
Taking your multivitamin is a must if you are a bariatric surgery patient, but which is best? Not just any multivitamin will do. They may not have ...
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A group of four smiling friends at a festive holiday table hold sparklers, surrounded by candles and decorations, enjoying a joyful gathering with food and drinks in a warmly lit setting.

Top Tips for Handling Holiday Gatherings After Bariatric Surgery

Alex Brecher
Oh, the holidays. The most wonderful time of the year can pose new challenges after bariatric surgery. Holiday gatherings are sure to have high-cal...
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A variety of BuiltBar protein bars in different flavors are displayed against a bright blue background, showcasing their colorful packaging and branding.

Top 5 BuiltBar Protein Bars

Alex Brecher
The BariatricPal Store is always looking for ways to help you get more protein in a convenient, delicious, and low-carb package. BuiltBar High Prot...
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A hand holds a stethoscope against a model of a liver, which is brown with yellow and green details, symbolizing a study on the impact of bariatric surgery on liver disease risk.

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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Two open gift boxes labeled "Bariatric Pal" are filled with various snacks and protein products, set against a festive background of green foliage and holiday decorations.

Box of the Month as a Christmas Gift

Alex Brecher
What can you get for the weight loss surgery patient in your life? The ideal gift shows that you care but is not overbearing. It helps them achieve...
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A hand lifts the lid off a glass jar filled with colorful gummy candies labeled "Smart Sweets," alongside two brightly packaged snack bags highlighting low sugar content.

Top Ten Sugar-Free Products

Alex Brecher
How sweet can life be without sugar? So sweet! Here are 10 sugar-free products that can satisfy a sweet tooth on a bariatric diet without getting i...
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A woman with short hair is pouring water from a glass bottle into a shot glass while looking down thoughtfully, against a plain white background.

Five Points to Help You Understand Transfer Addiction Following Bariatric Surgery

Alex Brecher
Bariatric surgery is a life-changing experience in so many ways. It can help you eat less and lose weight. It can give you back your health and fun...
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A packet of Lono Life chicken bone broth sits next to a bowl of golden broth garnished with herbs, all placed on a wooden surface, highlighting a nutritious option for the bariatric liquid stage.

What to Stock up on for Your Bariatric Liquid Stage

Alex Brecher
The post-op diet is strict for bariatric surgery patients. You progress from clear liquids to full liquids. Next come pureed or mushy foods, finall...
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Three women sit on a couch; one in a red top looks confused with raised hands, while the others, in pink and blue tops, point at her with serious expressions, suggesting a discussion about weight loss comments.

Ways to Handle Insensitive Comments About Your Weight Loss

Alex Brecher
Have you lost a little - or a lot - of weight after bariatric surgery? Congratulations! And now...for the bad stuff. Many bariatric surgery patient...
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A woman in a gray sweater and plaid apron smiles as she drizzles olive oil into a bowl of chopped vegetables while preparing food in a festive kitchen decorated with lights.

Bariatric Post Op Success on the Holidays

Alex Brecher
Did you know that you can follow your bariatric surgery post-op diet, even on the holidays? And it can be a fun experience with foods you love? Tha...
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A group of six people enjoy a festive dinner at a table filled with food and wine, smiling and engaging in conversation under warm, ambient lighting with holiday decorations.

Setting Boundaries with Family During the Holidays 

Alex Brecher
How are your holidays looking? You are on the right track if you are thinking about which foods to eat because that will help you stay on your weig...
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Two bags of calcium citrate soft chews labeled "Caramel Apple" and "Piña Colada" are displayed, featuring illustrations of a man and a woman enjoying the flavors, set against a white background.

Two New Flavors of Calcium Chews 

Alex Brecher
What do you think about having strong bones? What if you could get calcium and other bone-supporting nutrients in a delicious, candy-like supplemen...
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