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The Pros and Cons of Bariatric Surgery: The Ultimate Guide
My Fit Foods Bariatric Meal Options Like most major surgeries, bariatric surgery should not be taken lightly. Although it is considered an elective surgery (read: voluntary) in some cases, it’s definitely something you must research before deciding to go under the knife. You’ll find that while there are plenty of good things about bariatric surgery, there are [...]
What To Eat on a Clear Liquid Diet for Bariatric Surgery
Immediately after bariatric surgery, you must be on a clear liquid diet. Since the surgery, no matter which version you opted for, changed the size of your stomach and altered where it connects to your intestines, you have to start slowly. Anything more than clear liquids can lead to stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, reflux, and worse, [...]
Bariatric Surgery Recovery: What You Should Know
No matter the type of bariatric surgery you have (gastric sleeve surgery, bypass, or laparoscopic surgery), the recovery period looks pretty much the same. You must ease into eating solid foods, take care of yourself, and allow your body to heal. On top of that, there are several other things you need to know, many [...]
Weightlifting for Women: The Ultimate Guide
Weightlifting and strength training isn’t just for men. Sure, those gym advertisements filled with beefy, muscular guys may try to tell you otherwise, but this isn’t true at all. Women can — and do — lift weights. To build strength and achieve weight loss. Although those weight benches and in-depth training programs may seem a bit [...]
This Is How Swimming Transforms Your Body
When it comes to exercise, few options are better for you than swimming. Not only does the water prevent you from putting any weight on your joints, but it also can transform your entire body. How does this work? Why does swimming do what it does? It’s more than just the mindset that comes with gliding [...]
How to Tone Your Body: 11 Tips for Women
When you look in the mirror, are you happy with what you see? Sadly, many women aren’t happy with their bodies.Even though every body is beautiful, some of us are more confident when we’ve been hitting the gym. If a toned, fit body is your goal, there are healthy ways to get the look you [...]
Does Vaping Affect Muscle Growth or Gains?
Smoking in any form is bad for you, whether it’s cigarettes or vaping. However, nicotine is addictive, and that’s why many people continue to vape even after seeing those anti-vaping commercials on TV.After all, vaping seems a little less harmless, right? Actually, when it comes to getting gains and meeting those muscle growth goals, vaping [...]
12 Foods You Should NOT Eat After Bariatric Surgery
Having bariatric surgery can be a lifesaver for many people. Whether you choose a gastric sleeve procedure or one of the bypass options, your odds of losing weight and potentially overcoming some of the medical issues that you’re dealing with increase rapidly. In addition, bariatric surgery drastically decreases the size of your stomach.Depending on which surgery [...]
11 Healthy Bariatric Snacks & Desserts You Can Still Enjoy
Have you recently had bariatric surgery, and you’re wondering which snacks you can eat? Or are you planning on having a gastric sleeve or gastric bypass or simply planning ahead?Either way, you need to know that there are plenty of healthy bariatric snacks and desserts that you can enjoy even after your surgery. What are [...]
Protein Powder for Bariatric Patients: What to Look For
Taking the first steps towards losing weight through a gastric bypass or gastric sleeve procedure is only the beginning of the process. To watch your weight drop healthily and ensure that you’re still getting all of the nutrients that your body needs, you have to keep an eye on what you’re eating. This means taking advantage [...]
Calories In vs. Calories Out
What's up Fit Fam!We all know the old saying for losing weight, move more and eat less. But, on the flip side, to gain muscle, you're told to eat more… super helpful, right?That's why today we are going to be talking about calories in versus calories out and how to truly understand what that means [...]
Do Compression Sleeves for Legs Help After a Run?
If you’ve been around at the end of a marathon (or a race of any length), then you’ve probably seen runners wearing compression sleeves. Starting right under the knee and extending down the calf, these sleeves are worn both during and after runs. Some of them resemble socks and are worn instead of traditional socks, while [...]
