Losing weight can seem overwhelming, but it really just requires consistency. No matter where you are on your weight loss journey, you simply have to build healthy habits. One tool that has proven benefits in improving consistency is a weight loss journal. There are numerous weight loss journal benefits and research has shown that…
Bariatric surgery can improve your quality of life in many ways. One powerful benefit is that it can positively impact fertility and pregnancy. It takes time to recover from bariatric surgery and implement the new diet and lifestyle changes needed to achieve your weight loss goals. Eventually, your weight will stabilize, and you will…
Many of us wake up every morning and immediately run to the scale to weigh ourselves. While there’s nothing inherently wrong with keeping track of your weight, stepping on the scale daily may negatively impact you. As we weigh ourselves day in and day out, we often begin to judge our self-worth based on the…
Many people out there believe obesity is simply brought about by an inability to control one’s hunger. Thus, overeating occurs, and naturally, the body begins to accumulate unhealthy levels of body fat. While there’s certainly some truth to this belief, the true causes of obesity are far more complicated….
After years of struggling with obesity, you finally commit to getting weight loss surgery. That should be the end of your troubles, right? Unfortunately, surgery doesn’t always go as expected. As a result, you may require revisional surgery. Why Consider Revisional Bariatric Surgery? There are a number of reasons why someone would consider revisional…
Dumping syndrome is a condition that can develop after gastric bypass surgery and occurs when food moves too quickly from the stomach into the intestines….
Bariatric surgery offers the possibility of significant weight loss, a decrease in diseases, and improved quality of life. However, any surgery can cause you to feel worried about the recovery process. At Olde Del Mar Surgical, we understand this. That’s why we want to help you make your recovery process as comfortable as possible!…
Gastric sleeve surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that takes about 1 hour. It involves removing approximately 85% of your stomach, and leaving behind a sleeve-shaped section which is then sealed….
Losing weight is no easy feat. That’s why many people who deal with unhealthy levels of body fat often opt for weight loss surgery. With that being said, dealing with hunger after gastric bypass surgery is a complicated issue that runs more than skin deep….
Bariatric surgery can be life-changing. Not only does it provide significant weight loss, but it also improves the overall quality of your life….
Prospective patients often have questions about what recovery from bariatric surgery is like, and what to expect during the days, weeks and months following their procedure….
Bariatric surgery is a big step forward, and most patients are excited to get started on a new way of life. This is especially true for those who have long been struggling to lose weight or manage symptoms of weight-related medical issues. Outcomes of bariatric surgery often vary from one person to the next….