Successful Operation on 600-LB Patient at Mexico Bariatric Center
On November 16, 2020, MBC's super surgeon, Dr. Christian Rodriguez Lopez, performed one of the most challenging bariatric surgeries. In [...]
By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2023-05-24T21:30:30+00:00December 9th, 2020|Categories: News & Trends, Patient Testimonials|Tags: 600-lb weight loss surgery, bariatric surgeon, body mass index bmi, comorbidities, Dr. Now, EMO, high bmi, hunger hormones, morbid obesity, My 600-lb Life, super super morbidly obese, super-morbidly obese, uninsured|1 Comment
On November 16, 2020, MBC's super surgeon, Dr. Christian Rodriguez Lopez, performed one of the most challenging bariatric surgeries. In [...]
By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2023-07-17T07:10:37+00:00November 5th, 2020|Categories: Bariatric Lifestyle, Diet & Nutrition|Tags: body thermostat, digestive tract, endocrine, ghrelin, gut bacteria, gut health, Gut hormones, gut microbiome, hormonal balance, hunger hormones, leptin, metabolism, peptides, satiety, satiety hormones, set point theory, small intestine, weight gain|0 Comments
After trying several diets and exercise plans, we discovered that losing weight is not easy. In this article, we will [...]
By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2023-09-19T19:31:13+00:00October 8th, 2020|Categories: Bariatric Lifestyle|Tags: endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty, esg, FD, fda approved, gastric sleeve complications, HTN, hunger hormones, metabolic system, neuro-endocrine, set point theory, T2DM, vertical sleeve gastrectomy, vsg, vsg before and after, vsg diet, vsg pros and cons, vsg results, vsg surgery, vsg surgery qualifications, vsg weight loss, what is vsg|0 Comments
VSG stands for "Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy," which is simply a weight loss procedure for the population seeking surgical intervention for [...]
By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2022-11-29T10:11:28+00:00February 20th, 2018|Categories: Bariatric Lifestyle|Tags: bariatric surgery, brain, gastric band, ghrelin, Gut hormones, horm, hormones, hunger hormones, leptin, peptides, 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 [...]
By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2022-11-28T23:54:55+00:00December 15th, 2017|Categories: Bariatric Lifestyle|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 [...]
By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2023-02-21T01:25:58+00:00February 16th, 2017|Categories: News & Trends|Tags: adiposity, appetite, body fat percentage, brain, calibrate, hunger hormones, metabolic system, Metabolic thermostat, metabolism, neurohormonal axis, overweight, set point theory|0 Comments
All people have a "set point" weight, and just as we do not have control over our eye color, hair [...]
By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2023-02-01T18:01:00+00:00April 15th, 2016|Categories: Post-Op Resources|Tags: bariatric diet, calories, carbohydrates, diet, eating, eating disorders, fat, healthy fats, healthy food, healthy meals, hunger hormones, macronutrient goals, meal planning, meal prep, Overeating, protein, recipes, weight loss diet|48 Comments
If you weren't given a guide on managing constant hunger after gastric sleeve surgery, you aren't the only one! Most [...]