Is a Pouch Reset  Really Necessary?

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Babes: get ready. Today’s topic – pouch reset, aka gastric sleeve resets – gets me heated. They’re trendy and popular and they also put me in the red because they’re also 100% bullshit.  I’m going to spill all of the tea on what a “reset” is and why I absolutely do NOT recommend them. But […]

Is Hair Loss After Gastric Sleeve Normal (or Preventable?)

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All kinds of weight loss surgery might come with an unexpected (and definitely unwanted) side effect: hair loss.  It is really common to experience some hair loss and thinning after weight-loss surgery, there are ways to minimize this potential issue and to nourish your hair’s ability to grow back (hint: nutrition is your superpower!).  In […]

The Most Hurtful Thing Anyone Ever Said to Me 

I feel like I’ve had two journeys – my journey to becoming a registered dietitian and my weight loss surgery journey. The two have happened simultaneously for me, bringing on many challenges but also many rewards. Here’s the most hurtful thing anyone ever said to me. I have struggled with my weight my entire life I […]

High Protein Chocolate Pudding Recipe

If you’re struggling to hit your protein goal, check out this High Protein Chocolate Pudding recipe! I know, getting protein in is ROUGH right after surgery. Heck, even years out it can be hard to get protein in. 

The No Eating and Drinking Together Rule

Have you been told by your surgical team that you shouldn’t eat and drink at the same time? Some people call it the 30-minute rule. As bariatric patients we are supposed to avoid eating and drinking at the same time.

Habit Changes > Restrictive Diets

The thing is, restrictive diets don’t work. At least not long term. Sure you might lose some weight, but will you keep it off? How about you stop making the same mistakes as before?