by WeightWise | Jan 9, 2023 | Uncategorized
For anyone who needs them, here are the handouts for the post-op diet class. Many patients have requested to have these available on the site for download. Please consult your dietitian if you have questions about any of this material. 1 Post op cover page 2 Long...
by WeightWise | Dec 22, 2022 | Uncategorized
Like the title says, starting with the first groups of the year, we will be moving away from GoToTraining to Zoom as a platform for the online support groups and diet classes. We have had several techical issues with GoToTraining over the last couple of months and...
by WeightWise | Nov 22, 2022 | Uncategorized
We have have a huge number of inquiries about the recent changes to pharmacies’ acceptance of Mounjaro coupons and filling the prescription itself. Here is what we are telling everyone who contacts us: As of 11/10 the manufacturer of Mounjaro has changed their...
by WeightWise | Sep 23, 2022 | Diet
One of the most difficult things about committing to weight loss surgery isn’t necessarily the procedure itself, but the changes in diet. Eating smaller portions while ensuring you get all the vitamins and minerals you need can feel like a precarious balancing act....
by WeightWise | Sep 15, 2022 | Diet
For many weight loss surgery patients, there’s a worry about what they can or can’t eat after the procedure. And it’s true, what you can eat (and how much) after a gastric sleeve, duodenal switch, or gastric bypass bariatric surgery may change dramatically. But...
by WeightWise | Aug 24, 2022 | Diet, Patient Resources
If you or a loved one is planning to undergo weight loss surgery, you may be asking yourself, “Are bariatric vitamins covered by FSA?” It is well-known that vitamins, specifically bariatric vitamins, are a must after weight loss surgery. In order to lose weight and...
by WeightWise | Aug 17, 2022 | Diet
If you’ve tried different fad diets or trendy workout routines, only to gain back whatever weight you’ve lost, you may be considering weight loss surgery. However, a bariatric procedure is only part of the equation. Increased activity and a proper diet, including...
by WeightWise | Jul 19, 2022 | Diet
If you have tried losing weight in the past, you know how important it is to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. This is especially true for weight loss surgery patients. Once a patient undergoes bariatric surgery, they will see significant weight loss results and the...
by WeightWise | Jul 5, 2022 | Diet
If you are considering undergoing bariatric surgery, it is important to remember that your body will go through some significant changes. You will need to take the right combination of vitamins and minerals to help maintain optimal health. After having bariatric...
by WeightWise | Jun 28, 2022 | Diet, Patient Resources
Undergoing bariatric surgery is a lot on your body, so ensuring you do everything you can do to stay healthy and strong is important. While staying active and eating healthy after surgery is key to weight loss and maintaining optimal health, vitamin intake is also...
by WeightWise | Jun 21, 2022 | Diet
In the weeks leading up to bariatric surgery, and as part of a healthier lifestyle after the procedure, your body needs certain vitamins. Because your food intake will lessen dramatically, you may not be getting the required daily intake of these nutrients. Vitamin...
by WeightWise | Jun 14, 2022 | Diet
After undergoing gastric sleeve surgery, your body will start changing dramatically. You will begin shedding those unwanted excess pounds and you will start getting used to the new you. As you change your diet, exercise routine, and lifestyle, you will need to pay...
by WeightWise | Jun 8, 2022 | Diet
If you have recently undergone bariatric surgery or you are planning to, you know that taking vitamin and mineral supplements will be key to your long-term health and wellness. Bariatric surgery patients need a variety of vitamin supplements to ensure they get the...
by WeightWise | Jun 1, 2022 | Diet
If you are considering undergoing weight loss surgery, you are likely processing all the details that come with planning the procedure. Not only will your body be going through some incredible changes, but you will also need to prepare financially for the surgery,...
by WeightWise | May 25, 2022 | Diet
If you’ve been looking into weight loss surgery, you have likely read that patients need to take chewable vitamins. But why chewable vitamins after bariatric surgery? Let’s take a look. Why are vitamins necessary? Undergoing weight loss surgery involves drastically...
