9 12, 2020

Successful Operation on 600-LB Patient at Mexico Bariatric Center
Successful Operation on 600-LB Patient at Mexico Bariatric Center

Successful Operation on 600-LB Patient at Mexico Bariatric Center

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2021-06-16T16:13:19+00:00December 9th, 2020|Categories: Mexico Bariatric Center News, Obesity & Obesity-Related Comorbidities, Success Stories|Tags: 600-lb weight loss surgery, bariatric surgeon, body mass index bmi, comorbidities, Dr. Now, high bmi, hunger hormones, morbid obesity, My 600-lb Life, super-morbidly obese, uninsured|0 Comments

On November 16, 2020, MBC's super surgeon, Dr. Christian Rodriguez Lopez, performed one of the most challenging bariatric surgeries. In [...]

5 11, 2020

All you need to know about Gut-Hormones
All you need to know about Gut-Hormones

All you need to know about Gut-Hormones

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2021-09-06T08:11:57+00:00November 5th, 2020|Categories: Bariatric Health & Lifestyle Resources, Bariatric Surgery Benefits|Tags: body thermostat, digestive tract, ghrelin, gut bacteria, gut health, Gut hormones, gut microbiome, hormonal balance, hunger hormones, leptin, metabolism, satiety, satiety hormones, set point theory, small intestine, weight gain|0 Comments

After trying out several diets and exercise plans, we find out that it’s not so easy to lose weight. In [...]

20 02, 2018

Bariatric Surgery Reduces Hunger Hormones (Ghrelin)
Bariatric Surgery Reduces Hunger Hormones (Ghrelin)

Bariatric Surgery Reduces Hunger Hormones (Ghrelin)

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2021-01-21T09:01:48+00:00February 20th, 2018|Categories: Bariatric Surgery Benefits|Tags: bariatric surgery, brain, gastric band, ghrelin, Gut hormones, horm, hormones, hunger hormones, leptin, satiety, weight loss|0 Comments

By definition, the goal of weight loss surgery or bariatric surgery is to help you lose weight. The mechanism by [...]

15 12, 2017

Challenges People Face After Bariatric Surgery
Challenges People Face After Bariatric Surgery

Challenges People Face After Bariatric Surgery

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2020-09-20T23:13:10+00:00December 15th, 2017|Categories: Nutrition Information|Tags: bariatric diet, bariatric post-op, bariatric surgery, constipation, dehydration, diet, hunger hormones, nutrition, nutrition tips, weight loss, weight loss surgery|0 Comments

So you are planning on having bariatric surgery. You have everything in order to set up your surgery and start [...]

16 02, 2017

What is Set Point Theory? Definition, Theory and More.
What is Set Point Theory? Definition, Theory and More.

What is Set Point Theory? Definition, Theory and More.

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2021-09-07T07:15:48+00:00February 16th, 2017|Categories: Obesity & Obesity-Related Comorbidities|Tags: appetite, body fat percentage, brain, fat, hunger hormones, Metabolic thermostat, metabolism, neurohormonal axis, overweight, set point theory|0 Comments

Definition of Set Point Theory: Every person, male or female, has a set point weight, and just as we do [...]

15 04, 2016

3 Simple Steps to Stopping that Constant Feeling of Hunger After Gastric Sleeve Surgery
3 Simple Steps to Stopping that Constant Feeling of Hunger After Gastric Sleeve Surgery

3 Simple Steps to Stopping that Constant Feeling of Hunger After Gastric Sleeve Surgery

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2021-05-20T08:02:54+00:00April 15th, 2016|Categories: Post-Op Diet and Recipes, Post-Op Medical Advice|Tags: bariatric diet, calories, carbohydrates, diet, dietician, eating, eating disorders, fat, foods, healthy food, healthy meals, hunger hormones, liquids, meal planning, meal prep, Overeating, portions, protein, recipes, solids, sugar, tea, weight loss diet|32 Comments

When it comes to diet and managing weight loss after gastric sleeve surgery, it can be difficult to choose [...]