Struggling to find the motivation to stick with your exercise plan? Feel lonely during your workouts? If so, it might be time to find yourself a fitness buddy—someone you can count on for encouragement, accountability, and most of all, to make fitness more fun! The ideal fitness buddy is someone who is reliable, positive, and…
Many people who have bariatric surgery succeed in losing weight and maintaining most of that weight loss. However, sometimes the initial procedure is not as successful as the patient and physician hope. In this case, revisional bariatric surgery may be an option to consider. Here are 5 FAQs Dr. Sunil Bhoyrul is often asked…
Do you find yourself asking the question ‘what is morbid obesity’? What are the long-term health impacts of a very high body mass index? Morbid obesity is a serious medical condition that can lead to health problems such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, sleep apnea and osteoarthritis….
Weight loss surgery is a vital treatment option for patients suffering from morbid obesity or co-morbidities related to excess weight. A choice for nearly 200,000 people every year, this effective procedure can be life-changing for patients in need. Despite the advantages to overall health and well-being, however, there is one large concern that can…
During your weight loss journey, you may get tired of eating the same healthy foods and understandably want to enhance the flavor. However, it is important to know how to add flavor without sacrificing nutrition and sabotaging your weight loss efforts. Some foods that are healthy on their own can become loaded with…
When you are recovering from surgery, what you put into your body has a significant impact on your recovery process. The right foods will give you the nutrients that your body needs to rebuild tissue and heal properly. The right foods can also help stave off post surgery complications, such as constipation. While eating…
Do you eat too much sugar? According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the typical American eats over 5000 tablespoons of sugar each year, or the equivalent of 150 to 170 pounds of sugar! While there are different types of sugar, some occurring naturally in fruits, most experts agree that we are eating…
In addition to adopting new dietary practices, you’ll also need to get regular exercise to maintain muscle strength and burn the calories you take in. In fact, you may need to work on your physical fitness levels both before and after the scheduled surgery. Even so, you must follow your doctor’s plans and precautions…
If you’re a parent who’s planning on having gastric bypass surgery, gastric sleeve surgery, or a LAP-BAND procedure, it’s important to speak with your kids about the surgery and the changes they’ll be seeing in you in the upcoming months. We’ve prepared a quick list of tips on how to talk with your child…
Weight loss surgery requires more than just a physical change; it also requires an emotional shift as well. Life post-surgery brings on a variety of emotional changes you might not have expected. It’s essential you prepare yourself for the potential emotional changes you’ll be facing post-surgery. Let’s take a look at the most…
We all know that a healthy diet is rich in whole foods like fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains. These dietary choices provide myriad benefits, including being rich in fiber and potassium. But what are the benefits of fiber and potassium? Foods high in fiber and potassium can promote healthy bowel movements and blood…
Living under stress is both unpleasant and unfortunately common. From troubles at home to busy days at the office, stress is a contributing factor to the day to day lives of millions of Americans. Stress and weight gain often go hand-in-hand. For those who make little progress in weight loss despite a great diet…