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Everything you need to know about living your best post-op bariatric surgery life.

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A container of Siggi's yogurt labeled "Mixed Berries & Acai" sits on a checkered tablecloth, showcasing its creamy texture and vibrant fruit illustrations on the front.

Mad Label Skills: Yogurt

It's All Greek to me

Tags: Learning New Post Op
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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?

Tags: FAQ Learning New Post Op No Nonsense Advice regain
Two smiling older adults in red aprons holding a tray of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies.

How to Outsmart the Holiday Food Pushers!

They may appear innocent but Grandma, Grandpa and your terribly jealous 'fat' sister can be brutal when it comes to your sticking to your guns.

Tags: christmas Christmas Support Learning New Post Op No Nonsense Advice support zChristmas
Golden roasted whole chicken on a plate with tomatoes, garlic, chili peppers, and lettuce in the background.

Every Meal Does NOT Need to be Thanksgiving

I am a really good cook but some of the meals that some of you prepare and post in our BE Support Group on Facebook are EXHAUSTING.

Tags: Learning No Nonsense Advice rants support Thanksgiving
Two women in pink outfits interact in front of a silhouette; one holds a plate of fruit while the other measures her waist with a tape, suggesting a conversation about health and body image.

Do we ever THINK like a Slim person?

I have often wondered if we are programmed differently.

Tags: Learning No Nonsense Advice rants
Running shoes, a water bottle, and a pink headband placed on a folded blue towel.

Bye-Bye Batwings! A Bariatric Workout You Can Do!

Those arms aren't going to tone themselves!
Tags: inspire diet Learning New Post Op regain support workout
Illustration of a smiling doctor with a clipboard next to a sign reading ‘Guess the Bariatric Deficiency’ on a lab-themed background.

Quiz: Guess the Deficiency

Take our Quiz: Guess the Bariatric Deficiency! Dark Circles... Tired... Ice Chewing. Ten seconds... 

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Stop the Comparison!

Domonique Christian, Administrator on BE Support Groups on Facebook, had her Gastric Sleeve Surgery two years ago and has lost over 250 pounds! She is our featured writer...

Tags: Learning self esteem support
Salad with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, ham cubes, cheese, sliced eggs, and creamy dressing on top.

Choose ONE Fat... Not Two... Not Three. ONE.

Only a Bariatric Post op can turn SALAD into a 'bacon cheese ranch' fat bomb and not even realize what they've done.

Tags: Learning New Post Op No Nonsense Advice rants support
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It's All in the "Why" - Coke Zero Sugar - Not My Trigger

"I am going to share something with you all. It is not a ëconfessioní because I did nothing wrong, but I want to start a conversation."  - Matt Frassica, Admin Bariatric Eating Support on Facebook    

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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 surgery for medical needs.

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10 Tips for Drinking All that Water after Bariatric Surgery... glug glug glug.

Water is more important than you realize. Fact. We sit through patient aftercare classes, some quite extensive and just nod about the drinking water part. It's just water... Right? Wrong. Dehydration is the leading cause of hospital readmission after bariatric surgery.
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