Archive for January, 2022
Will My Stomach Grow Back After Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Gastric sleeve surgery is a weight-loss surgical procedure where 80% of the stomach is excised, leaving only a small portion of the stomach intact. The surgery is irreversible as the portion of your stomach that was removed cannot be re-attached, replaced, or will grow back after the surgery. What happens to my stomach after gastric […]
Foods to Avoid After Lap Band Surgery
Lap band surgery is a weight loss procedure that reduces your stomach’s capacity to hold food. The ultimate goal of lap band surgery is for individuals to lose weight by restricting the passage of food in their stomachs. It is recommended for people who have a BMI of 40 or over, also referred to […]
How to Get Rid of Gas Pain After Weight Loss Surgery?
Gas pain is one of the most uncomfortable symptoms you can experience after weight loss surgery. The feeling of having stomach pains, bloating, and gas are some of the things that might lead to anxiety after surgery. And early post-surgery, you might feel that your stomach is hard or that food is stuck in it, […]
What’s BMI, and How Important is it?
Have you heard of the term BMI? BMI, short for Body Mass Index, is a number that indicates the relative amount of fat in your body in relation to your height. Most people and organizations use it to determine if you’re at the correct weight. It’s important because it may identify health risks associated with […]
