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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 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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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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A white box labeled "Bariatric Pal" is open to reveal a variety of health-focused snacks and products, including protein bars, coffee, and cookie bites, all set against a bright pink interior.

BariatricPal Box of the Month Club 

Alex Brecher
Do you love getting stuff in the mail every month? Are you always looking for the next great high-protein, low-carb meal or snack? Do you wish you ...
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A diverse group of people joyfully toast with glasses at a Thanksgiving table adorned with a turkey and autumn decorations, celebrating together after bariatric surgery.

Enjoying Thanksgiving after Bariatric Surgery 

Alex Brecher
Bariatric surgery can turn your life around, but it can also turn your life upside down. Thanksgiving after bariatric surgery can be very different...
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A beautifully roasted turkey garnished with herbs and fruits is the centerpiece of a festive Thanksgiving table, surrounded by colorful side dishes, candles, and autumn decorations.

Healthier Thanksgiving Sides and Appetizers

Alex Brecher
What are the best and worst parts about Thanksgiving dinner? For many, the sides and appetizers are best. And the worst part is easy to identify. T...
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A white mug filled with a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie sits on a wooden surface, with scattered chocolate chips nearby, representing a dessert option after bariatric surgery.

Enjoying Desserts After Bariatric Surgery

Alex Brecher
First things first: the answer is YES! You can enjoy desserts after bariatric surgery! And you can do it without cheating on your diet or giving up...
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A package of Go Better Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Bark with salted peanuts is displayed against an orange background, showcasing the product and its nutritional highlights.

Go Better Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Bark

Alex Brecher
Where can you get a decadent chocolate treat with only 1 gram of carbs? The BariatricPal Store has just the thing! Go Better Milk Chocolate Peanut ...
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A large, bright orange pumpkin sits beside a glass of pumpkin spice latte topped with whipped cream and garnished with nuts and dried fruit, set against a rustic wooden background.

Enjoying Pumpkin Spice Lattes the Low-Carb Weight Loss Way

Alex Brecher
Fall is in full swing. That can only mean one thing: pumpkin spice coffee beverages. Over 30,000 coffee shops in the US are offering seasonal bever...
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