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Exercise for the Post-Op Patient
Written by Sarah Polk, MS, RDN, CSOWM, LD Benefits of Exercise After Bariatric Surgery Exercise offers numerous benefits, including weight loss, weight maintenance, muscle growth, bone strength, and improved mood. After bariatric surgery, the main goal is to lose weight, with a focus on fat loss. However, some muscle and bone loss can occur. Incorporating […]
Weight Loss Medications vs Surgical Options
Average weight loss with the Gastric sleeve is 65% of someone’s EXCESS body weight at 2 years. Average weight loss with anti-Obesity medication is anywhere from 5-15% of someone’s TOTAL body weight at 1 year. Oral anti-obesity medications have an average weight loss of about 5-10% of TOTAL body weight at 1 year Injectables […]
Tax Benefits of Self-Paying for Bariatric Surgery
Weight loss surgery has so many health benefits for our patients, but what you may not realize is that there are pronounced tax benefits for patients who self-pay for their bariatric surgery. At St. Louis Bariatrics, we believe that it is important that you feel well-informed about every aspect of our weight loss treatment plan, […]
Gastric Sleeve Leaks
What You Should Know About Gastric Sleeve Leaks Leaks are a potential risk that exist in any surgery where the GI tract is manipulated. Although uncommon, a leak can be seen in a sleeve or gastric bypass surgery. What Is a Gastric Sleeve Leak? To perform a gastric sleeve, a tissue stapler is used to […]
New Guidelines for Weight Loss Surgery
The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) has updated guidelines for weight loss surgery. Those who may previously not have qualified for surgery, may now be eligible. Surgical Interventions offered at St. Louis Bariatrics: Orbera Gastric Balloon LAPBand Laparoscopic Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass How is it determined who qualifies for […]
Caffeine and Bariatric Surgery
Caffeine is a stimulant and a natural diuretic which can increase the risk for dehydration in a bariatric patient. Our dietitians recommend avoiding caffeine at least while on your clear liquid diet preoperatively and for at least two months postoperatively, but if you can avoid it altogether, that is ideal. Caffeine can be found in […]
Iron Deficiency Anemia
What is iron deficiency anemia? Anemias can be caused by several different conditions but is defined as a decrease in the number of red blood cells (RBCs). Iron deficiency anemia occurs when there is too little iron to make the hemoglobin in red blood cells. Hemoglobin is a protein within the red blood cells that […]
Eating Healthy on a Budget
With grocery prices continuing to rise, it’s important to know what are some healthy foods that can be cheaper and versatile in various meals. Here’s some examples: Generally Cheaper Macro Nutrient Options: Protein: Eggs, Canned Tuna, Whole chicken, Tofu, Flank/Tri tip Steak Carbs: Lentils, Potatoes, Beans, Oats Fats: Sunflower Seeds, Peanuts, Extra Virgin Olive Oil […]
The Role of Macronutrients
Macronutrients are nutrients the body needs in large quantities. Most of our energy comes from macronutrients and each one has its own role in maintaining a healthy body. That’s why it’s important to follow a well-balanced diet, not necessarily one that restricts certain nutrients. This article will explain each macronutrient, what they’re needed for, and […]
Weight Loss Surgery Q&A with Dr. Snow
Interested in learning more about weight loss procedures? You’re in luck! Dr. Jay Michael Snow and his team are hosting a live question and answer presentation about weight loss surgery on Wednesday, May 20th at 8:30 pm CST! The event will be held on the RingCentral video platform. If you’ve been planning to have weight […]
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