6 Healthy Weight Loss Habits to Support Long-Term Success

December 01, 2025 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Weight Loss
healthy weight loss habits
Losing weight and keeping it off—especially after bariatric surgery—isn’t about following a trendy diet or pushing through a short-term fix. The real key lies in establishing healthy weight loss habits that align with your long-term goals. These habits, when practiced consistently, can transfo...

Tips to Manage Holiday Weight Gain After Bariatric Surgery

December 23, 2024 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Weight Loss
Manage Holiday Weight Gain After Bariatric Surgery
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and often, indulgent eating. For bariatric patients, this period can present unique challenges in maintaining their weight loss and healthy lifestyle. According to a study by the National Institutes of Health, the average American gains one to two p...

5 Tips to Achieve Sustained Weight Loss

April 15, 2024 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Weight Loss
5 Tips to Achieve Sustained Weight Loss
Working to achieve sustained weight loss after bariatric surgery is essential for maintaining good health and well-being. The global increase in obesity, with rates more than tripling since 1975, is alarming. In the U.S. alone, nearly 70% of adults are overweight or obese. Without intervention, it&#...

Breaking Through a Weight Loss Plateau After Bariatric Surgery

November 13, 2023 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Weight Loss
how to Overcome a Weight Loss Plateau after Bariatric Surgery
Experiencing a weight loss plateau after bariatric surgery can be incredibly frustrating and disheartening. It’s crucial to keep in mind that plateaus are a normal part of the weight loss journey and should not discourage you from continuing your efforts. By understanding the factors that cont...

Should I Track my Calories or Macros after Bariatric Surgery?

September 04, 2023 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Weight Loss
Should I Track my Calories or Macros after Bariatric Surgery
Weight loss after bariatric surgery is focused on eating a healthy diet, yet many patients wonder if they should be tracking calories or macros after bariatric surgery to optimize their journey. Nutrition after bariatric surgery is a key component to achieving long-term weight loss success. With all...

Weight Loss Tips For a Busy Schedule

December 05, 2022 By Donald Maynard, MD, FACS In Weight Loss
weight loss tips for a busy schedule
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be challenging with a busy schedule. In this blog, we will talk about some weight loss tips for a busy schedule that can help you lose weight, feel good, and live healthy.  3 Weight Loss Tips For a Busy Schedule The idea of losing weight may seem easy, until life...