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

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FAQ: Why don't you post recipe nutritional stats?

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

We believe that barring specific medical advice to the contrary, if you're eating whole healthy foods that include a variety of lean meats, fish, eggs, vegetables, fruits, low-fat dairy and healthy fats and oils, you probably don't need to stress about the numbers - the POUCH handles portion and volume.

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

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

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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?

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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?

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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. We have the definitive answer for you.

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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 Calories but you have to LIKE the taste too.

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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!

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Oh My My, Look at Bob's Cankles!

I have noticed that most of us, although seemingly proud of our total pounds lost, are embarrassed by the way we look.

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Drop the App, Trust the Pouch!

Forget the phone app, once you are comfortable with eating again, choose the right foods and you'll never have to measure or keep track again.
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Post-op Drinking. Should we? Tis the Season for Parties.

It is important that we have an open and honest discussion of holiday drinking so we not only know what to expect, but can handle ourselves like ladies and gentlemen and remain safe. 
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Gastric Bypass Surgery Causes Alcoholism! Really? Nope. It Grabs Attention Though.

Bariatric surgery doesn't necessarily cause alcoholism, the procedure just happens to be performed on a population that carries a lot of emotional baggage

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