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A Guide to the Baritastic App
A Guide to the Baritastic App

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. 

Maybe you have had bariatric surgery or are considering it as part of your weight loss plan. Studies show that support and accountability are crucial for sustainable weight loss. The Baritastic App provides more than accountability and support, it offers everything you need in one place to keep you motivated and on course. Here is an overview of what this App offers: 

Provides the ability to track: 

  • Food/water intake
  • Weight loss
  • Inches lost
  • Hunger
  • Bowel movements
  • Emotions/feelings
  • BMI 

Provides reminders/timers: 

  • Seminar/surgery dates
  • Bariatric timer that separates food/water
  • Bariatric timer to help slow chewing 

Connection to patient-specific bariatric program that provides: 

  • Diet guidelines and review of nutrition and exercise plans
  • Accountability to keep you on track
  • Discharge instructions
  • Patient Portal
  • Educational modules/videos
  • Vitamin and supplement guidelines
  • Reminders of milestones and events
  • Alerts when you don’t reach food/water intake goals
  • Alerts when you gain weight
  • Key contacts to get answers to questions quickly
  • Surgery checklist

The Baritastic app can help you along your journey, especially if your motivation wanes. The podcasts, success stories, and forums can be just what you need to keep you going strong. In addition, if your bariatric program is connected with the Baritastic app, it will greatly heighten your experience and help you stay more engaged. This app provides the tools and resources needed to help you succeed in your weight loss journey. Ask your doctor about the Baritastic App today!

Dr. Arif Ahmad specializes in laparoscopic robotic surgery and has performed over 2,000 laparoscopic robotic surgeries. He is renowned in the Long Island area for his impeccable track record of safety and success. Dr. Ashley Modica joins Long Island Laparoscopic Surgery to perform body contouring surgery for patients after successful weight loss following bariatric surgery.