Bariatric Eating: Gastric Bypass and Weight-Loss Surgery (WLS) Support

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How to Recognize Satiety aka Satisfaction

I want to point out something many of you might not even know you are doing. Mindless Eating and Grazing is a behavior that will stop our weight loss faster...

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Why do we drink Inspire Protein Shakes?

You may have wondered why the emphasis is so heavy on Protein and why we rely & recommend Inspire Protein Drinks as a source of protein.

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FAQ: Do vitamin patches work?

Can we absorb vitamins and minerals through our skin by using one of those multivitamin patches I have heard of?

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FAQ: My hair is falling out...

My hair is falling out in handfuls, what can I do besides cry? I am 7 months post op and my beautiful long hair is falling out in handfuls. I...

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FAQ: How is Inspire protein powder different or BETTER?

"I am using another brand of protein that doesn't taste very good but it also causes my stomach to rumble and I sometimes have to run to the bathroom. I...

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FAQ: How can you eat all that? That's a lot of food!

Ouch. Sadly this is an all too common comment written when someone PROUDLY shares a photo of their amazing meal in our Facebook Support Groups.

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FAQ: I Cannot Tolerate The Taste Of Protein Shakes. Now What?

I had bariatric surgery in 2001 - back then there was SOY PROTEIN. Funky, beany, stinky, SOY BEAN protein. Yuk. You dealt with it. Done.

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FAQ: Can I use HONEY instead of artificial sweetener?

Which sweetener is best to use after bariatric surgery? I don't like artificial sweeteners, can I use Honey or just a little regular sugar?

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FAQ: Did your Doctor give you a Bariatric Card?

Years ago, back when people had never heard of bariatric surgery, some doctors offices gave their patients 'bariatric cards'. These cards assisted us if we ever needed help in explaining our...

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FAQ: Why Does Eating Healthy Cost So Much?

This is a common concern as we have many members who wrestle with the cost of feeding themselves and their families, let alone the cost of supplements and vitamins.

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