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Bariatric Advice & Support

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FAQ: WHY DON'T YOU POST NUTRITION STATS FOR YOUR RECIPES?

WHY DON'T YOU PUBLISH NUTRITION INFORMATION OR SERVING SIZES WITH YOUR RECIPES?

FAQ: When can I have coffee? Anyone else told no coffee?

When can I have coffee? Anyone else told no coffee?

FAQ: I'm 'released' to eat Puree after my Bariatric Surgery, what can I have?

I just had my first post op check up and they released me to eat Pureés, what about scrambled eggs?

FAQ: Can I take my protein powder on a flight?

What do we do about taking protein powder on a flight? Cruise? Out of the country?

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 ...

FAQ: Can I receive Communion after bariatric surgery?

Many members of faith do not want to sit out when it is time for Communion but are concerned that they cannot physically handle the wafer or wine. ...

FAQ: What does everybody mix with their Inspire protein powder?

As for liquid of choice. It is completely up to your preference and what your intentions are for weight loss. This is about being Mindful of Calori...

FAQ: Why can't I talk about other brands of protein drinks?

I didn't say anything bad, I was just trying to find out who else drinks the protein I buy at Walmart. I thought this was a Support Group!

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.

FAQ: I'm 5 weeks post op I suddenly feel HORRIBLE & SICK. What's wrong?

You are in the throes of DEHYDRATION, which is the number one post op complication that WILL land you back in a hospital bed.

FAQ: What's Wrong With Toast??? My Nut said I can have toast!

Frequently we have people who joined our groups asking for help to lose weight or their regain who fight with us to hang on to toast in their diets...