Trevor Hoppers
It is the single most important requirement after a gastric sleeve gastrectomy, duodenal switch, or gastric bypass bariatric surgery: Staying hydrated. In fact, for the first two weeks, your diet...
Trevor Hoppers
The secret to any successful weight-loss procedure actually happens in the weeks and months after surgery. It’s a three-part process that starts with surgery and ends with a lifetime of...
Trevor Hoppers
If you are dehydrated, chances are you are feeling drained and fatigued. Your body is made up of 60 percent water, which is necessary for survival. Not to mention, it...
Trevor Hoppers
Although having a gastric bypass surgery is the first step for the obese or morbidly obese to losing weight, it is only the first step. Combined with a proper diet...
Trevor Hoppers
Now that you are working on finding a doable exercise routine for your new lifestyle, you may find that your flexibility isn’t quite up to par. If you’re struggling to...
Trevor Hoppers
The new year often has people thinking about new ways they can transform their lifestyle. Maybe they are looking to work out more, get outside more often, or lose weight....
Trevor Hoppers
If you are considering undergoing gastric sleeve surgery, you may be wondering what it will be like. What is the recovery process like? How much weight will you lose? What...
Trevor Hoppers
Preventing dehydration is one of the most important things you do after surgery. This is especially true with bariatric surgeries such as a gastric sleeve procedure. Drinking enough water during...
Trevor Hoppers
If you have recently had weight loss surgery, you know that your gastrointestinal system has undergone some big changes. Because of that, you will need to change your diet and...
Lauren Armstrong
Your pals are a big part of your life and a friend’s influence can be either positive or negative. When it comes to your health journey, surrounding yourself with people...
Taylor James
Amidst the craziness of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to remember your goals. Here are some options to help keep you on track even if you are not able...
Trevor Hoppers
It’s a common misconception about vegetarians, that they’re all small, fit, and in great shape. In some cases, people turn to a vegetarian diet for health reasons or to improve...
Trevor Hoppers
If you are considering bariatric surgery, you may wonder how your diet will change afterward. It is true that learning to eat again after bariatric surgery can be a challenge....
Trevor Hoppers
If you are obese or morbidly obese, the best way to lose up to 80 percent of your excess weight involves a three-step plan. First is choosing the right bariatric...
Trevor Hoppers
Weight gain happens for any number of reasons. The older we get the slower our metabolism is, and the pounds don’t melt away like they used to. Coupled with an...
Trevor Hoppers
At some point, we’ve all felt the need to eat better or hit the gym. When we finally make the step of going to the grocery store to buy all...
Trevor Hoppers
Any surgery can cause stress, anxiety, and pain. From setting a broken bone to a root canal to open-heart surgery. In most cases, the fear isn’t warranted and after a...
Trevor Hoppers
At WeightWise, we believe bariatric surgery is just one part of the excess weight loss puzzle. The best results occur when the procedure, such as the duodenal switch, gastric sleeve,...
Trevor Hoppers
Bariatric surgery, such as the duodenal switch or gastric bypass, along with exercise and an improved diet are proven to be the best way to lose excess weight. The surgery...
Trevor Hoppers
Having bariatric surgery means you are taking control of your weight in a new way. It will require patience and hard work, in addition to dietary changes. In the days...
Taylor James
It’s that time of year y’all... When it gets dark at 5pm and that wind chill is in the teens. It can be difficult to find the motivation to get...
Taylor James
Thanksgiving break can be the start to a very busy and stressful season! Remember not to let your exercise routine slip. Keep in mind that your own personal well-being is...
Kaycee Hammack
Thanksgiving is all about family, traditions, possibly some football, and of course FOOD. No matter what stage you are at with your weight loss journey (working towards surgery, less than...
Trevor Hoppers
Our readers may have read or heard about the topics of gastric bypass and colon cancer. More specifically, they may have learned about how weight-loss surgery may reduce the risk...
Kaycee Hammack
The holiday season is quickly approaching! Everyone celebrates differently, but one thing we can all agree on it is that it centers around food and family. We anticipate the time...
Trevor Hoppers
If you are looking to undergo weight loss surgery, there are many different factors to consider. Talking in detail to your doctor about your overall health is critical prior to...
Trevor Hoppers
Undergoing weight loss surgery is a big deal. It is not only a large undertaking for your body, but it’s an emotional process, too. So, when bariatric procedures don’t work...
Lauren Armstrong
Have you ever eaten something and then realized shortly after that you were not even that hungry? It is not uncommon for us to reach for food out of habit,...
Trevor Hoppers
Food is a big part of American culture. Going out to dinner or dessert is one of the most common ways to have a night out on the town. But...
Lauren Armstrong
Can a gastric sleeve stretch? And if so, is it something to be concerned about? Gastric sleeve surgery is one of the most popular weight loss procedures available. It is...
Lauren Armstrong
There are a variety of weight loss surgical procedures out there today and researching which one that could work for you can be overwhelming. You might be asking questions like,...
Trevor Hoppers
One of the most common questions we receive from our clients during a consultation is how soon they can get back to their normal life. Usually, there are no physical...
Trevor Hoppers
The duodenal switch surgery, as well its single anastomosis modification, is designed to help patients with long term weight loss. The procedure removes/sections off parts of the stomach, alters the...
Trevor Hoppers
Angelina Jolie, Marilyn Monroe, George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and Brad Pitt: these well-known Hollywood actors are known not only for their acting talent but for their beauty and good looks....
Trevor Hoppers
WeightWise is proud to be accredited through the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP®). This is a single unified program that is one national accreditation standard...
Trevor Hoppers
As physicians, we work to understand our patients and their bodies. What’s best for them? How can we help them live a healthy, active lifestyle that celebrates the gift of...
Trevor Hoppers
Weight loss surgery can be one of the most effective ways of losing weight and keeping it off. But, what if your insurance does not cover this procedure? That means...
Trevor Hoppers
The "discovery" of a surgical procedure specifically designed to assist a patient with weight loss occurred somewhat by accident. In the mid-1950's, physicians noted that patients who had lost a...
Trevor Hoppers
Finding time to exercise daily can be difficult since you spend about 9.5 hours working and commuting, have responsibilities at home, and try to sleep at least 7 hours nightly....
Trevor Hoppers
Comorbidities of obesity are diseases that develop because your health has been compromised by your weight. Excess weight may affect many other areas of your body including your heart, lungs,...
Trevor Hoppers
If you’re preparing for gastric bypass surgery, you are probably doing some research on what it will be like and what you can expect after surgery. Eating after surgery will...
Trevor Hoppers
Top 10 Holiday Blogs From WeightWise What’s the hardest time of year for sticking with an eating and exercise plan? For many of us it’s the holidays. Arm yourself for...
Lauren Armstrong
The holidays are always a challenge. Whether you are fresh out of having your weight loss surgery, a veteran sleeve patient, or working toward a bypass, the types of foods...
Lauren Armstrong
It’s perfectly normal to wonder about the long-term success rate of gastric bypass surgery—it is surgery, after all. We wrote before about whether it’s worth the risk - which detailed...
Lauren Armstrong
It has been awhile since we had a nice dose of motivation on here. And what better way to kick of the holiday season than with a patient spotlight story...
Trevor Hoppers
If you have struggled with your weight, you know how challenging it can be to not only lose those extra pounds, but to keep them off permanently. No matter how...
Trevor Hoppers
Comfort food often comes in the form of processed food. While potato chips, French fries, or packaged cookies can be delicious, they’re certainly not doing anything good for your overall...
Trevor Hoppers
Gastric sleeve surgery is one of the most common weight loss procedures available today. It’s highly effective and has also been shown to lower the rate of post-operative problems. During...
Lauren Armstrong
Everyone needs vitamins. Everyone. There is no exception to that rule. But not everyone may require a vitamin supplement because their food intake is sufficient in the food sources that...
Trevor Hoppers
Currently, bariatric surgery is the only effective option for achieving long-term weight loss. When considering gastric bypass surgery to combat obesity, it’s normal to have concerns about the risks involved....