Trevor Hoppers
Newly updated BMI guidelines for weight-loss surgery may open up opportunities for candidates previously excluded Many people have considered weight-loss surgery but weren’t sure if they qualified. Many others were...
Trevor Hoppers
Bariatric surgery is an effective and often necessary way to manage obesity, but it is not a solution in itself. Bariatric patients must follow strict dietary guidelines and make sure...
Trevor Hoppers
For anyone who needs them, here are the handouts for the pre-op diet class. Many patients have requested to have these available on the site for download. Please consult your...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Sam Beven
Happy holidays! Here is quick, simple turkey breast recipe. It came out tender, with a nice, golden crust. This turkey was cooked in an air fryer, so depending on your...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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....
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
After bariatric surgery, your body doesn’t absorb vitamins and other nutrients as it once did. That’s why taking Bariatric Vitamin D capsules is so important.
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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...
Trevor Hoppers
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....
Trevor Hoppers
Vertical banded gastroplasty: It’s quite a mouthful! That’s probably why they started calling it the “stomach staple.” Not only does that hint at the procedure itself, but it’s a lot...
Trevor Hoppers
Gastric plication is a newer weight-loss or bariatric procedure. WeightWise does not perform gastric plication. On this page, we will discuss a few of the reasons why we have chosen...
Trevor Hoppers
If your life and health are being affected by obesity, you might be interested in how to get weight-loss surgery approved. Oftentimes, people will put off the procedure because they...
Trevor Hoppers
For many years those suffering from obesity have been labeled as lazy and overconsumers. However, in more recent years there has been discourse surrounding the topic of obesity, leaving many...
Trevor Hoppers
You may be eager to begin bodybuilding after gastric bypass surgery. However, it is important to note the dos and don’ts. Starting your fitness journey too soon could impact your...
Trevor Hoppers
Here’s a recipe that you’ll absolutely crave — and rave about: a bariatric ricotta bake. After bariatric surgery, you will be on the hunt for foods that are healthy and...
Trevor Hoppers
One of the most popular and effective weight-loss surgeries available, a gastric sleeve procedure is one of the best ways to lose up to 60 percent of your excess fat....
Trevor Hoppers
What is the connection between obesity and marketing susceptibility? Or should we formulate this question the other way ‘round: What is the connection between marketing susceptibility and obesity? Because surely...
Trevor Hoppers
WeightWise does not recommend mini gastric bypass surgery in Oklahoma City. Our experience and expertise in bariatric surgeries and other weight-loss procedures have led us to this conclusion. We believe...
Lauren Armstrong
Some patients who have had gastric sleeve surgery feel tired after eating. What is this phenomenon? Is it something that should cause concern? What is happening for post-gastric sleeve patients...
Trevor Hoppers
If you’ve been considering weight loss surgery, you may be wondering: What are the best vitamins to take after bariatric surgery? Vitamin supplements are one of the most important pieces...
Trevor Hoppers
Knee pain is a recurrent issue faced by the American public. Many individuals suffer from painful or stiff joints, especially in the knees. We’ve seen obesity rates skyrocket recently, although...
Trevor Hoppers
There are a number of “health” supplements being thrown at you from every which way, promising to be the solution to all of your problems. It can be hard to...
Jordan Austin
Changes in Bowel Habits After Gastric Bypass: What to Expect and How to Manage Them If you’ve recently had gastric bypass surgery and noticed changes in your bowel habits, including...
Trevor Hoppers
What is a bariatric doctor? What is bariatric medicine? How can they help obese patients with health problems, such as high blood pressure, sleep apnea, heart disease, and type 2...
Trevor Hoppers
If you have decided to undergo gastric sleeve surgery, you are likely preparing your next steps. This will include — in consultation with your care provider — familiarizing yourself with...
Jordan Austin
Feminine Odor After Gastric Sleeve Surgery: What's Normal and What to Watch For – WeightWise WeightWise · Post-Surgery Recovery Feminine Odor After Gastric Sleeve Surgery: What's Normal and What to...
Kaycee Hammack
How important is sleep for our overall wellness? Recently, a common question asked by health practitioners to their patients has been, “How have you been sleeping recently?” The increase in...
Jordan Austin
Is Fast Food Really to Blame for America's Obesity Epidemic? It's an easy target. Fast food is cheap, convenient, and everywhere. America's obesity rates have climbed steadily alongside the growth...
Trevor Hoppers
Following the strict diet requirements for weight loss surgery recovery can be very difficult, especially when everyone around you wants to go out to eat. Bariatric-friendly restaurants can be hard...
Kaycee Hammack
Are you feeling extra cold after weight loss surgery? Wondering if these cold feelings are normal? If so, you are not alone in feeling this way! Some of our patients...
Trevor Hoppers
You might be thinking that you didn’t sign up for a vocabulary lesson this morning! But the idea of mindful eating — and learning how to stop mindless eating —...
Trevor Hoppers
Have you hit a plateau in your weight loss? Hitting weight loss plateaus can be frustrating. WeightWise is here to help you get past this common roadblock with a suggestion:...
Lauren Armstrong
It’s a dilemma for lots of people, even those who aren’t already struggling with a weight problem: how to stop snacking after dinner. Read on to discover some tips on...
Trevor Hoppers
Defining a successful bariatric surgery means looking beyond what takes place on the operating table. Crucial to one’s long-term success after bariatric surgery is diet and exercise. And one of...
Trevor Hoppers
Are you considering gastric bypass surgery? You probably have a lot of different questions running through your head. One of these questions might be: Will my stomach stretch back to...
Trevor Hoppers
The health and wellness benefits of bariatric surgery and the ensuing weight loss are well-known and well-documented. What’s perhaps less well-known, although equally well-documented, is how bariatric surgery reverses diabetes....
Trevor Hoppers
After bariatric surgery, there are a lot of changes that you will need to make to your diet, especially during the two-week liquid phase. During the two-week liquid phase, you...
Trevor Hoppers
Are you considering weight loss surgery? This is not only a big decision for your health and personal weight loss journey, but it will also impact you financially. Insurance plans...
Trevor Hoppers
Every patient is different, but our experience tells us that most patients return to work within two weeks of bariatric surgery. We don’t recommend that patients take a certain amount...
Trevor Hoppers
Patients should avoid caffeine for at least one month after bariatric surgery. Replace any caffeinated beverages you might typically consume with water — always the best option — or other...
Lauren Armstrong
Happy Independence Day weekend! Who is ready for a three-day weekend that involves celebrating, grilling out, soaking up the sun on or off the water, and sharing memories/laughs with your...