The most abundant mineral found in the body. Predominantly stored in bones. Absorbed throughout the small intestine, specifically in the duodenum and the proximal jejunum. Plays an important role in natural blood clotting, cardiovascular health, nervous system function, hormone secretion, muscle contraction, and maintaining strong bones and teeth. Calcium cannot be…
Telling family and friends about your decision to have weight loss surgery can be very uncomfortable, and even provoke anxiety. In fact, for some people who are planning to have bariatric surgery, it is one of the hardest parts of the process. Unfortunately, judgement and stigma still surrounds weight loss surgery, and while some people…
If you have experienced or are worried about weight gain after bariatric surgery, know that you are not alone. Research has shown that 20-25% of patients may experience weight regain at some point between 2 and 10 years after surgery. This can be very disheartening. It is important to understand that obesity is a complex…
Many people who have had bariatric surgery will know that protein should be their focal point at each main meal. To find out more about why protein is so important, check out our previous blog post on the importance of a high protein diet post weight loss surgery. Post Bariatric Surgery Diet: High Protein Snack…
Are you wanting to know more about the different types of bariatric surgery? Or perhaps looking for some recipe ideas? Do you feel like you’re stuck in a rut after your surgery and need some motivation to kick-start your weight loss journey again? We recommend adding one of these books to your reading list. Bariatric…