Navigating Snack Choices Post-Bariatric Surgery

April 01, 2024 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Food & Nutrition
Snack Choices Post-Bariatric Surgery
For individuals who have undergone bariatric surgery, it’s imperative to be aware of your snack choices post-bariatric surgery to optimize weight loss. Incorporating two to three modest snacks daily into your diet is often advised. These snacks play a crucial role in maintaining stable blood s...

Efficient Meal Preparation Strategies for a Busy Schedule

February 05, 2024 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Food & Nutrition
Meal Preparation Strategies
In the whirlwind of our daily lives, finding efficient ways to manage everyday tasks is paramount, especially when it comes to nutrition. For individuals who have undergone bariatric surgery, this becomes even more crucial, as maintaining a balanced, healthy diet is essential for recovery and long-t...

3 Tips for Eating After Bariatric Surgery

June 26, 2023 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Food & Nutrition
eating after bariatric surgery
Eating after bariatric surgery has many different components, so truthfully, there is no perfect plan for everyone to lose weight. There are many diets and programs for weight loss, and of course, our bodies will respond differently to each. However, one main component for weight loss can apply univ...

Understanding How Much to Eat After Bariatric Surgery

March 13, 2023 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Food & Nutrition
how much to eat after bariatric surgery
Understanding how much to eat after bariatric surgery depends on many factors. However, one piece of advice given to anyone who goes through weight loss surgery is to eat protein. Protein is a huge part of your diet after weight loss surgery, and knowing how much to eat after bariatric surgery is a...

5 Causes of Constant Hunger after Bariatric Surgery

November 07, 2022 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Food & Nutrition
Constant hunger after Bariatric Surgery
When you have weight loss surgery, there is sometimes this notion that you will no longer be hungry after bariatric surgery. It is normal not to have as much appetite after bariatric surgery. But experiencing constant hunger after bariatric surgery may signal something else.  A considerable portion...

7 Tips to Eating Healthy After Bariatric Surgery

August 01, 2022 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Food & Nutrition
eating healthy after bariatric surgery
If you want to lose weight or maintain your weight loss, the best method is to try eating healthy after bariatric surgery. Food fuels your body. Scientific and medical research has shown that nutrition can decrease your risk of developing specific medical conditions.  Tips to Eating Healthy After B...