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You Didn't Have Surgery to Eat Like a Barbie Doll

You Didn't Have Surgery to Eat Like a Barbie Doll

I just read a great post in our Facebook Support group that made me sad.

FAQ: What happens when I lose the weight? How do I maintain?

FAQ: What happens when I lose the weight? How do I maintain?

This is a very common question in our Facebook Groups, so donít feel bad if youíve wondered this too!

IS the Struggle Real?

IS the Struggle Real?

I hear a lot of folks say that the 'The Struggle is Real' but seriously... how real is the post op struggle? IS the Struggle Real?
FAQ: Can I take my protein powder on a flight?

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

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!

The Truth about Bariatric Keto

The Truth about Bariatric Keto

Keto keto keto - it is EVERYWHERE. If we did not have Bariatric Surgery, WE WOULD ALL BE ENTHUSIASTIC MEMBERS OF THE KETO KLAN. It would be the latest addition at the bottom of our long diet list.
Oh My My, Look at Bob's Cankles!

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.

Drop the App, Trust the Pouch!

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.
Why We Need to Cook.

Why We Need to Cook.

Lets just lay it out there. After stomach removal surgery, you need to feed yourself and that involves some basic kitchen skills.
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10 Simple Do's and Don'ts of Post Op Life

10 Simple Do's and Don'ts of Post Op Life

There are different types of bariatric surgery and all kinds of program rules but it really boils down to just a few strong ground rules to follow that really apply to everyone ñ Lap Band, Sleeve or RNY.

Post Op MYTHS!

Post Op MYTHS!

IT'S ALL A MYTH

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

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 (or Tortillas, or Crackers, or Noodles or a bowl of Oatmeal) and get upset with us when we tell them NO.

Bariatric Recipes Advice, Rants & Support Podcast: Real Talk