Decoding Dietary Myths: The True Role of Carbs in Nutrition

Decoding Dietary Myths: The True Role of Carbs in Nutrition

Alex Brecher
Often carbohydrates or 'carbs', are considered detrimental to health and weight, but is this a fair characterization? Realizing the Importance of Carbs in our Diet Carbs are one of three macronutrients vital for optimal bodily functions and sustai...
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Decoding Dietary Myths: The True Role of Carbs in Nutrition

Decoding Dietary Myths: The True Role of Carbs in Nutrition

Alex Brecher
Often carbohydrates or 'carbs', are considered detrimental to health and weight, but is this a fair characterization? Realizing the Importance of Carbs in our Diet Carbs are one of three macronutrients vital for optimal bodily functions and sustai...
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Coping with Nutrient Changes: The Value of Calcium Post-Bariatric Surgery

Coping with Nutrient Changes: The Value of Calcium Post-Bariatric Surgery

Alex Brecher
Bariatric surgery can be a lifesaver for many people who are obese. However, it requires a significant change in eating habits post-surgery. In particular, patients need to be vigilant about their calcium intake. The Role of Calcium Calcium is an ...
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Smart Snacking Tips for Bariatric Surgery Patients

Smart Snacking Tips for Bariatric Surgery Patients

Alex Brecher
After undergoing bariatric surgery, managing hunger can be a challenge during the recovery process. However, incorporating fiber-filled snacks into your diet can play a crucial role in stabilizing blood sugar levels and keeping hunger pangs at bay...
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Navigating the Liquid Stage: Your Roadmap to Successful Recovery after Weight Loss Surgery

Navigating the Liquid Stage: Your Roadmap to Successful Recovery after Weight Loss Surgery

Alex Brecher
Congratulations on your weight loss surgery! As you embark on the recovery process, one of the initial phases is the liquid stage. During this period, you will need to consume only liquids and avoid solid foods. This phase can vary in duration, la...
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The Inside Scoop on Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX: What You Need to Know

The Inside Scoop on Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX: What You Need to Know

Alex Brecher
Embarking on a Comprehensive Exploration of Lap-Band® 2.0 FLEX Welcome, health enthusiasts and valued members of the BariatricPal community! Today, we're poised at the edge of a significant milestone in the journey of bariatric surgery — the unve...
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Holiday Happiness and Health: Expert Tips for Bariatric Surgery Patients

Holiday Happiness and Health: Expert Tips for Bariatric Surgery Patients

Alex Brecher
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also present unique challenges for individuals who have undergone bariatric surgery. With tempting high-calorie foods and potential social pressures, it's important to have strategies...
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Delightful Bariatric-Friendly Desserts to Savor During the Holidays

Delightful Bariatric-Friendly Desserts to Savor During the Holidays

Alex Brecher
When you're a bariatric patient, the holidays can feel like a bit of a catch 22. You want to enjoy the magical experiences, but at the same time, you don't want to fall off the diet wagon with all the delicious holiday foods around. Desserts, in p...
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5 Strategies for Balancing Weight Loss and Holiday Stress

5 Strategies for Balancing Weight Loss and Holiday Stress

Alex Brecher
The holiday season can be a stressful time, but that doesn't mean you should neglect your weight loss goals. At BariatricPal Store, we understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle even during this busy time. In this blog post, we'l...
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Healthy Socializing: Balancing Diet and Fun at Events

Healthy Socializing: Balancing Diet and Fun at Events

Alex Brecher
Navigating social events while trying to lose weight and eat healthy can be a challenge. Often, these gatherings revolve around unhealthy food choices, leaving you torn between indulging and staying on track with your diet. However, with a few con...
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Dinner Strategies for Achieving Your Weight Loss Goals

Dinner Strategies for Achieving Your Weight Loss Goals

Alex Brecher
While breakfast often takes the spotlight as the most important meal of the day, dinner should not be overlooked. It serves as the final opportunity to ensure you meet your nutritional goals and can contribute significantly to your weight loss eff...
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Mastering Portion Control: The Key to Successful Weight Loss

Mastering Portion Control: The Key to Successful Weight Loss

Alex Brecher
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you've been diligently following your diet, eating healthy and nutritious foods, but still not seeing the numbers on the scale go down? It can be incredibly frustrating, especially when you're cert...
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The Pitfalls of Diets: Embrace a Sustainable, High-Protein Eating Plan with The BariatricPal Store

The Pitfalls of Diets: Embrace a Sustainable, High-Protein Eating Plan with The BariatricPal Store

Alex Brecher
Diets are ineffective in the long run. While a diet may result in short-term weight loss, the restrictive nature and drastic changes often make it unsustainable. This can lead to weight regain once the diet is abandoned. Instead, focusing on adopt...
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Fuel Your Morning: Delicious and Weight-Loss Friendly Breakfast Options from the BariatricPal Store

Fuel Your Morning: Delicious and Weight-Loss Friendly Breakfast Options from the BariatricPal Store

Alex Brecher
They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day when it comes to weight loss. But are you sure you're having a good breakfast? It needs to be high in protein, low in carbs, easy to prepare, and delicious. The BariatricPal Store has a...
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