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Can I Have Junk Food in Moderation After Bariatric Surgery?

I know there is a diet to follow, but is there any room for an occasional slice of pizza, chips, etc.?

Can I Get Pregnant After Gastric Bypass Surgery?

I can't eat for two - I don't even eat for one. Will the dietary restrictions and vitamin supplements post-surgery affect my ability to get...

How soon after Gastric Bypass can I have a glass of beer or wine?

Is it okay for someone who has had gastric bypass surgery to consume a glass of wine from time to time? How much alcohol is dangerous?

How Long Will I Need to Be on a Liquid Diet for Before and After Bariatric Surgery?

I know that a liquid diet is a requirement after surgery, I've also heard that I will need to be on one pre-surgery. What I want to know is how...

Laxatives Before Gastric Bypass Surgery?

If I go on a liquid diet several days before my gastric bypass, how will this affect the need for harsh laxatives taken 24-48 hours in advance?

Do I Need to Do a Mandatory Diet Program Before Gastric Bypass?

My surgeon usually requires a mandatory lifestyle course where patients learn about diet and exercise. However, he's said he's going to exempt...

Gastric Bypass and then a Pregnancy Diet?

How should I anticipate that my diet during pregnancy will be different? How will that affect my weight loss from gastric bypass surgery? Does this...

Am I Required to See a Dietician Before Gastric Bypass?

And, if so, do most surgeons have one on-staff on do I need to go somewhere else and get "cleared" before the doctor will operate on me?

What's the Average Daily Amount of Calories for a Gastric Bypass Diet Plan?

Is this calculated based on gender and height? What would be the daily calories after surgery for a 5'7" female in her 30's? Do you stay...

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