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.|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 [...]

22 03, 2018

5-Day Pouch Reset: Lose Weight After Weight Gain
5-Day Pouch Reset: Lose Weight After Weight Gain

5-Day Pouch Reset: Lose Weight After Weight Gain

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2023-08-22T15:48:22+00:00March 22nd, 2018|Categories: Diet & Nutrition|Tags: clear liquids, eating habits, metabolic reset, post-op diet, pouch, pouch reset, pouch stretch, pouch test, reset diet, soft solids, solids, stomach stretching, stretching stomach pouch, thick liquids, weight gain, whole foods|31 Comments

It happens! Sometimes without following the proper nutrition plan and healthy lifestyle habits, weight regains after bariatric surgery can occur. [...]

12 01, 2018

What Happens If You Don’t Get Enough Sleep?
What Happens If You Don’t Get Enough Sleep?

What Happens If You Don’t Get Enough Sleep?

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2023-04-14T17:23:49+00:00January 12th, 2018|Categories: News & Trends|Tags: cardiovascular disease, chronic sleep deprivation, circadian rhythm, endocrine system, health problems, immune system, lack of sleep, Melatonin, OSA, oxygen, PSG, risk of developing, short term, sleep apnea, sleep disorders, sleep habits, sleep paralysis, sleep patterns, sleep supplement, snore relief, weight gain, weight loss surgery improves sleep|0 Comments

Some people need to sleep more, and others can get away with less sleep. What really matters is that everybody [...]

3 10, 2017

Are You Eating the Right Calories for Weight Loss?
Are You Eating the Right Calories for Weight Loss?

Are You Eating the Right Calories for Weight Loss?

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2021-08-27T17:52:26+00:00October 3rd, 2017|Categories: Diet & Nutrition|Tags: avoid, calories, carbohydrates, diet, healthy, protein, unhealthy, vegetables, weight gain, weight loss|0 Comments

When looking to lose weight, the first thing many turns to is their diet. Turning to diet first makes perfect [...]

22 06, 2017

Why to Quit Smoking Before & After Bariatric Surgery
Why to Quit Smoking Before & After Bariatric Surgery

Why to Quit Smoking Before & After Bariatric Surgery

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2022-11-28T23:58:19+00:00June 22nd, 2017|Categories: Bariatric Lifestyle, Post-Op Resources, Pre-Op Resources|Tags: bariatric surgery, medical advice, metabolism, nicotine, smoking, tobacco, unhealthy, weight gain, weight loss, why to stop smoking|1 Comment

Smoker Lungs vs Normal Healthy Lungs Smoking is a leading cause of preventable deaths. Smoking and obesity are [...]

6 05, 2016

Gaining Weight After Gastric Bypass Surgery? Here Are Causes and Solutions
Gaining Weight After Gastric Bypass Surgery? Here Are Causes and Solutions

Gaining Weight After Gastric Bypass Surgery? Here Are Causes and Solutions

By Ron Elli, Ph.D.|2022-11-28T23:00:07+00:00May 6th, 2016|Categories: Bariatric Lifestyle, Post-Op Resources|Tags: diet, exercise, healthy lifestyle, hit a stall, stopped losing weight, stretching stomach pouch, weight gain, weight regain|3 Comments

Struggling with weight gain after gastric bypass surgery? The roux-en-y gastric bypass has long been one of the premier weight [...]