Using Bariatric Restaurant Cards While Dining Out
Wednesday, 29 July 2009 14:37
After weight loss (bariatric) surgery, most patients can start eating solid foods a few months after the procedure. As a result of this, they may find themselves finally able to go out to eat at a restaurant with friends and family. However, this can be a a somewhat difficult experience for many patients, as their "new" stomach or pouch can only hold about 3 ounces of food at one time. Doctors recommend ordering off the child/senior menu or requesting half-size portions, but some restaurants are hesitant to allow adult patrons to do this.
How to Be a Healthy Example for Your Children After Weight Loss Surgery
Wednesday, 29 July 2009 14:35
Even though most patients receive weight loss surgery for their own health and well-being, they cannot deny the fact that their loved ones are also very much affected. Many weight loss surgery patients realize after they have had the surgery that they are setting a example for others around them-- including their children. Seeing their mother or father lose a large amount of weight makes a significant impact on children's lives.
How Weight Loss Surgery is Making a Difference For Those With Diabetes
Wednesday, 29 July 2009 14:28
Besides curing a variety of co-morbidities for many patients, including asthma and hypertension, weight loss surgery has shown to be very effective for the treatment of type II diabetes. According to a 2004 article in JAMA titled 'Bariatric Surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis', "diabetes completely disappeared in 76.8% of the patients and was resolved or improved in 86%."
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