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Not All Weight Is Worth Losing: Muscle Mass on GLP-1 Meds

GLP-1 medications are a hot button right now. While the meds and surgery are both effective weight loss tools, researchers are still exploring the long-term effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) and how best to support muscle health alongside […]

The Weight of Cholesterol: How Obesity Shapes Lipid Health

Cholesterol levels are part of an overall picture of cardiovascular health, and factors like diet, activity level, genetics, and body composition influence them. Obesity alters lipid metabolism in ways that often lead to dyslipidemia, a pattern of unhealthy cholesterol changes […]

All Too Common: Micronutrient Deficiency After Bariatric Surgery

Every bite of food we consume provides the raw materials our bodies need to keep the heart beating, muscles moving, and mind alert. Through a complex series of chemical reactions, our bodies convert each meal into usable energy. The micronutrients […]

Will I Lose Facial Fullness When Losing Weight?

While we most certainly consider improving or resolving conditions associated with excess weight and obesity a primary health benefit of metabolic or bariatric surgery, the aesthetic benefits of surgery are undeniable. As our patients lose significant weight, they often work […]

The Skinny on The Endoscopic Sleeve

Whenever we discuss weight loss, we look for a very effective and safe procedure, medication, or solution that favorably balances results with risk. It’s one of the reasons why GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound have been so popular. Other […]

Foods That Worsen Your Complexion (& Delay Your Weight Loss)

Go into any drugstore or beauty boutique, and chances are you’ll see rows upon rows of products designed to improve your skin. From pricey serums to plain old cream, there’s a remedy for almost every skin imperfection. But if you’re […]

Are Green Powder Drinks Good for Bariatric Patients?

You’ve just undergone bariatric surgery, and you’re probably trying to adjust your diet for better health and weight loss success. One of the main focuses after surgery is what you can drink to stay hydrated and manage your nutrition. Green […]

Why You “Failed” Your New Year’s Resolutions and What To Do Instead

We are almost three months out from the new year, and this is when many of us look at our New Year’s resolutions to see if we followed them and how much progress we’ve made. For most, this is when […]

Are There Benefits to Alkaline Water After Bariatric Surgery?

After her bariatric surgery, a (fictional) patient, let’s call her Lisa, struggled with hydration. She found plain water unappealing, often feeling sluggish and fatigued. When she switched to alkaline water, she felt refreshed and had fewer acid reflux episodes. But […]

When Should a Reflux Patient Consider Surgery?

Virtually all of us, no matter how healthy or unhealthy, older or young, have experienced reflux at some point in our lives. Reflux can occur for several reasons, and having it occasionally is nothing to be concerned about. However, if […]

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