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Why Bariatric Surgery Works

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Why Weight
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Our Practice

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Welcome

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Why Weight
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Our Balloon Procedures

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Why Weight
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Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Why Weight
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Eating after Bariatric Surgery

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Why Weight
Our dedicated team of dieticians will provide instruction to patients leading up to surgery and follow-up with patients post-surgery as well. Eating post-surgery typically starts with liquids, then progresses to a soft diet, and ultimately back to a regular diet. Despite a somewhat slower dieting transition, most patients immediately notice a difference with their hunger
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Do patients have to exercise after bariatric surgery?

Friday, 22 March 2019 by Why Weight
Although exercise is critical to a patient’s health over time, weight-loss is more related to actual dietary adjustments. However, as can be expected, exercising plus the dietary adjustment will produce even greater results. Patients typically lose weight quickly after bariatric surgery but should not wait to start exercising. Post-surgery, patients report feeling excited to start
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How much weight should a patient expect to lose after bariatric surgery?

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Is It True What They Say About Greek Yogurt?

Saturday, 21 September 2013 by
It seems everyone is talking about Greek yogurt; but is it really that much healthier? And is it worth paying a higher price for it? Before we answer these questions, let’s look at how yogurt is prepared. When healthy bacteria is added to milk, fermentation takes place which causes the transformation of lactose into lactic
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Join Surgical Specialist of Louisiana in the Walk From Obesity Charity Walk

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According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one-third of American adults are obese. The number is rising in children as well, with nearly one in three kids considered overweight or obese. Whether you are experiencing obesity yourself, or have a loved one who is working towards a healthier body weight, there
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