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Just a Splash of Cream?

You'll find that these tips for measuring are a big help... own that Splash of Cream or skip it.
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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 find it all over the floors of my house and I can see my scalp. I want to cry. 

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Bariatric Eating: We're More Than Just a Facebook Group

We've got the real life tools and experience that you can use to get over the mountain you face. We've been helping post ops for over 20 years and we can help you too!

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3 Harsh Facts You Need To Accept

This one is going to sting because it's probably what you need to hear the most right now.

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The Scale. Friend? Or Enemy?

Look, we get it. There's no better feeling than getting on the scale and seeing a change in the "right" direction.
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How to get back on path to goal weight after bariatric surgery.

If you had surgery a few years ago and are not where you’d like to be with your weight, here is where to begin. First of all, Keto is too...
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Carb Confusion? Free Fruit & Veg Cheatsheet!

Hate to drop this bomb BUT...  fruit smoothies slow your weight loss and sweet potatoes make you hungry!
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Stop Grazing!

It is critical for all of us to Stop Grazing! It is the kiss of death for a bariatric post op. We have talked about so many of you having...
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Four "Hard NO" Foods for Bariatric Eating

Carve Out Some Hard No Foods. Here is a flip of the usual mindset for you to consider. Open mind... and think about this. If it does not make sense,...
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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 am afraid to try yet another brand and waste more money. WHAT DO I DO?"

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Willpower or Resolve?

Do you lick the cat food gravy from your thumb? Is that willpower or resolve? Create a HARD LINE for yourself. Don't. Eat. Them. BOOM.

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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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