by WeightWise | Dec 20, 2023 | Clinic Operations, Options for Weight Loss, Patient Resources, Weight Loss Surgery
Have you been thinking about bariatric surgery? Maybe you miss all of the things you used to be able to do before you gained all of the excess weight, or perhaps health issues are becoming a bigger part of your life because of the gains. And now that you’re ready to...
by WeightWise | Dec 13, 2023 | Diet, Dinners
Pizza has to be in everyone’s top 5 favorite foods, right? From the crust to the variety of sauces, to the cheese and toppings, pizza is just about the perfect food! But if you’re considering weight loss surgery, you may think you’ll have to say goodbye to pizza...
by WeightWise | Aug 23, 2023 | Uncategorized
WeightWise Bariatric Program started with a commitment to safe operations and long-term health of post-bariatric surgery patients. This was an uncommon feature in 2006 when WeightWise opened in Oklahoma City. Due to the continued growth of our post-op patient base...
by WeightWise | Jun 21, 2023 | Diet, Options for Weight Loss, Weight Loss Surgery
They seem too good to be true, those weight-loss drug commercials that pop up all over the place. A pill, gummy, or capsule a day and your fat melts away. And for some, a prescription can help control weight gain/loss in the short term. But there are some limitations...
by WeightWise | Jun 14, 2023 | Diet, Options for Weight Loss
We’ve all seen the ads, either on the TV, while playing games on our phones or scrolling through social media. Amazing pills that melt away the fat overnight so you, too, can lose weight and wear size zero clothes! But do drugs that make you lose weight actually work?...
by WeightWise | Jun 7, 2023 | Diet
Bariatric soft foods are a great option after weight loss surgery, as they provide softer and easier-to-digest options for those who have undergone bariatric procedures. After surgery, it is important to maintain a diet that is nutrient-rich but not overly...
by WeightWise | May 15, 2023 | Health, Patient Resources
Most Americans are chronically dehydrated–we either aren’t getting enough water into our bodies or we’re not replacing the water we lose during the day (through exercise or diet). Dehydration goes beyond just feeling thirsty and the 10 signs of dehydration after...
by WeightWise | May 11, 2023 | Exercise, Health
Breathing. It’s something that we don’t even think about most of the time. But did you know that proper breathing can decrease stress levels and help you in your journey to lose weight? Here’s how to harness the power of the 4-7-8 method of breathing for weight loss....
by WeightWise | May 8, 2023 | Clinic Operations, Gastric Bypass Surgery, Options for Weight Loss
Living with excess weight can be difficult – not just physically but mentally and emotionally, too. If you have tried traditional methods of weight loss and have not seen the results you need to live a healthy, active lifestyle, gastric bypass surgery may be an...
by WeightWise | May 4, 2023 | Patient Resources
If you have been struggling with significant weight gains for several years, and just can’t seem to lose the pounds (or keep them off), bariatric surgery is a proven option. Along with diet and exercise, weight loss procedures give you the best chance at losing excess...
by WeightWise | May 1, 2023 | Exercise, Tips
We get lots of questions about bariatric exercises. In other words, people ask the weight-loss surgery experts at WeightWise about physical activity and exercise plans that will get the blood pumpin’ and the heart rate jumpin’ after their procedures. Another popular...
by Lauren Armstrong | Apr 27, 2023 | Diet
This article was written by Stephanie Moore MS, RD/LD, and updated on April 27, 2023. In the weeks leading up to–and after–bariatric surgery, supplements are needed to make sure your body gets the amount of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients it needs. Often, this...
by WeightWise | Apr 24, 2023 | Weight Loss Surgery
Along with a proper diet and consistent exercise, bariatric surgery gives you the best chance to lose massive amounts of excess weight. However, it’s not for everyone: Along with physical guidelines, all potential weight-loss surgery patients need to go through an...
by WeightWise | Apr 20, 2023 | Diet
WeightWise Quick Start Bundles A No-fuss Solution to Your Pre-Bariatric Surgery Needs Congratulations on taking the step towards better health by undergoing bariatric weight loss surgery! You’ve made a great choice and you’re on the right path to a...
by WeightWise | Apr 17, 2023 | Diet, Recipes
We write often about recipes for nutritious foods for both pre-op and post-op bariatric patients. With this blog post, we decided to spend a little more time specifically on protein shakes for bariatric patients. This piece will focus on a few great recipes that we’ve...
