Could I Have GERD?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is thought to affect nearly 20% of the U.S. population.1 Acid reflux is a condition that affects the gastrointestinal system by a weakened LES (lower esophageal sphincter)
Why Follow a Pre-op Diet?
Starting your pre-surgical diet is one of the most challenging diet changes prior to bariatric surgery. Your food intake is very limited, but you don’t have the restriction from your surgery yet.
7 Ways to Alleviate Acid Reflux Without Medicine
Acid reflux is a common condition that millions of Americans suffer from. When the muscular valve (lower esophageal sphincter) that separates the stomach from the esophagus doesn’t function properly
How Long After Bariatric Surgery Can I Get Plastic Surgery?
Losing weight after bariatric surgery is an incredible life-changing event. You are probably healthier, leaner, and more energetic than you have been in years.
When Should I See a Doctor About Acid Reflux?
Did you know that more than 60 million Americans experience acid reflux at least once a month?1 Acid reflux is when the valve that separates the stomach and the esophagus
A Guide to the Baritastic App
Losing weight takes a multi-faceted approach. Nutrition, exercise, motivation, and accountability all play a major role in long-term weight loss.
How Stress Can Cause You to Gain Weight
We are all aware of the negative impacts of stress on our health, but can it actually cause you to gain weight? The answer is Yes! Stress can affect your hormone profile
Tips to Control Acid Reflux
Have you ever felt that burning sensation in your chest shortly after you eat? Maybe it’s accompanied by coughing, belching, bloating, or an unpleasant taste in your mouth.
Am I a Candidate for Abdominoplasty?
Abdominoplasty surgery, also known as a tummy tuck, is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and tissue from the abdomen, moves the location
Benefits of Hiatal Hernia Repair
A hiatal hernia occurs when a portion of your stomach pushes through the opening of the diaphragm into the chest.
