Barimelts Blog

Having weight loss surgery is life changing! There are so many positive things that come from bariatric surgery, but it is important to remember that the surgery won’t fix everything....

The pre-op diet for weight loss surgery can be extremely challenging. In my opinion, it is the most difficult stage of the entire journey. This is because you have to...

There are some strange side effects after weight loss surgery. One of those strange and unexpected side effects is bad breath. It is more common in people with Gastric Bypass,...

Your anatomy is different after bariatric surgery. This means that the way your body responds to anything you consume will more than likely be different. Taking medication is one of...

Weight loss is a beautiful thing. More than likely your confidence is going up and your feeling healthier and better about yourself. When you experience weight loss through bariatric surgery,...

Do you have a sweet tooth? I know I do! One of the hardest things for me to give up after weight loss surgery was sugar. I’ve spent the last...

Finding the courage to have weight loss surgery, and having even more courage to speak on it. Macielle shares her experience of being in her early 20's and choosing to...

Insomnia is a common issue reported by patients both before and after bariatric surgery. Not only can sleeplessness lead to grouchy mornings and less-than-productive days, inadequate sleep is also a...

After bariatric surgery, it is important to get creative with your food. You can only eat so much at a time and are constantly fighting with the time so it...

After weight loss surgery, your diet is completely different. No matter what type of bariatric surgery you have, your stomach and the way you digest food has changed. Since your...

You’ve probably heard it before that protein is one of the most critical things you need to watch out for after bariatric surgery. Yep, it’s true! Protein is really THAT...

  I just threw up in my mouth. I know, that’s disgusting. Unfortunately, that has turned into a new thing for me. I am currently four years post-op and have...