The Art of Bariatrics

09/04/2025

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08/01/2025

The origin of the “three-week theory” has nothing to do with habits, per se. It apparently originated from the 1960 self-help book Psycho-Cybernetics, in which plastic surgeon Maxwell Maltz observed that it took his patients about 21 days to get used to their new appearance after surgery.
 
No formal experiment was conducted to verify this, but the book applied this 21-day timeline to self-transformation in many other wide-ranging aspects of life. For instance, the book also set three weeks as the time needed for people to get used to a new house or change their mind about their beliefs. (Scientific American)
 
Even without much solid research, the 21-day myth became widely accepted. 
 
Give yourself some grace. Making long lasting change takes time. It’s not weak to need support or someone to talk to while you are setting the foundation for your health and processing all the ups and down.
 
*Cancer Research UK Health Behaviour Research Centre based at UCL Epidemiology and Public Health.*
 
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30/12/2024

🌟 Bariatric surgery is a powerful tool, but let’s clear up a common misconception: it doesn’t cure type 2 diabetes — it can put it in remission. Here’s why:
 
When type 2 diabetes develops, high blood sugar levels and insulin resistance over time can damage the beta cells in the pancreas. These cells are responsible for producing insulin, the hormone that helps regulate blood sugar. Unfortunately, once a significant number of beta cells are destroyed, they don’t regenerate.
 
While bariatric surgery can improve insulin sensitivity and reduce the need for medication, it doesn’t restore those lost beta cells. That’s why remission—better blood sugar control without diabetes medications—is possible, but a full cure isn’t.
 
To stay in remission, it’s essential to embrace lifestyle changes, monitor your health, and follow up regularly with a dietitian and your healthcare providers. 💪✨
 
Check out the link in bio to schedule a personalized coaching session at artofbariatrics.com
 
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19/12/2024

🎄 Holiday Eating Tips for Bariatric Surgery Patients 🎄
 
The holidays are filled with tempting treats and big meals, but you can still enjoy the season while staying on track with your bariatric journey! Here are some tips to help you navigate holiday gatherings:
 
🥗 Prioritize Protein
Start with lean proteins like turkey, chicken, or fish to keep you full and support your recovery.
 
🥦 Choose Smart Sides
Opt for veggies, but go easy on buttery or creamy dishes. A small serving of roasted vegetables or a simple salad is a great choice!
 
🍴 Portion Control
Use a small plate and take tiny bites. Remember, your stomach has a much smaller capacity now!
 
⏳ Eat Slowly
Take your time to savor each bite. This helps you avoid overeating and discomfort.
 
💧 Skip the Drinks During Meals
Wait at least 30 minutes after eating before drinking fluids to avoid feeling too full.
 
🍬 Be Mindful with Sweets
If you want dessert, take one or two bites to satisfy your craving without overindulging. Be aware of what might cause stomach distress!
 
🛑 Listen to Your Body
Stop eating as soon as you feel full. It’s okay to save leftovers or skip seconds. Try taking a small bite of each thing.
 
💡 Plan Ahead
Bring a bariatric-friendly dish to share, like a high-protein casserole or low-sugar dessert.
 
🎉 Focus on the Fun
The holidays are about connection, not just food. Enjoy the company, games, and festive vibes!
 
Your health is the best gift you can give yourself this season. 🌟 You’ve got this! 💪
What are your go-to tips for staying on track during the holidays? Drop them below! ⬇️
 
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23/10/2024

Sweat selfie after a great total body strength day. I’ll miss you

31/07/2024

Going live today @3:30 pm PST via Zoom to answer all your Lumen questions. Top link is for today’s webinar. Another for submitting questions if you can’t make it live, and last months recording!

22/07/2024

Leave a comment if you’ve been told to go back to meal replacements before! ⤵️⤵️

Sustainable weight loss doesn’t mean you have to stay on protein shakes to maintain or loose weight.

You can and should eat REAL FOOD.

If you have ever been told this by your surgeon or WLS program, just know you are not alone and you do NOT have to go resort to meal replacements.

Instead, focus on learning how to truly care for your body. The inside of your body so that you can tap into your inner wisdom and feed your metabolism creating microbiome what it needs for durable results.

What is your game plan for weight regain?

15/07/2024

Comment what you would do differently!⤵️

Just as with any journey, you’re going to have trials and errors and lessons learned! We’re curious to know what you would do differently if you could redo your bariatric journey again!

Is it your meals? Or is it the way you get in movement? Would you put more focus on your mental/mindset health?

Share your wisdom for someone who is about to start their bariatric weight loss journey! ❤️

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22/06/2024

Leave a ❤️ in the comments if you’re ready to get out of your weight loss plateau!

We’ve heard how frustrated some of our clients are coming into weight loss journey or post-op about how they felt like they made good progress but now they’re stuck.

So here’s a few tips we recommend to get out of@your plateau.

I’ve been using .me for 4 years to provide insights into my metabolism and see how my body is reacting to my diet, my sleep, my stress, etc. By measuring your CO2, Lumen tells you whether you’re burning fats, carbs, or both, and even crafts a personalized nutrition plan based on your body’s needs.

Plus, it makes healthy eating straightforward with easy-to-follow food combinations.Incorporating Lumen into your routine can help you understand see and understand what you’re needing more of in your diet - whether that’s protein, carbs, etc.

Making your metabolism and nutrition easier to understand and work them into your goals

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14/06/2024

If your daily intake is so restrictive that you have to “cheat,” then you are setting yourself up for failure. 👀

Read that again.

We’re not saying, “don’t eat out” or “you can’t enjoy indulging foods” - we’re really not even trying to put a positive/negative label on foods.

We’re saying that if you have disordered eating in your past or are currently going through it (aka dieting), then you have lost trust in your body around food.

True lasting success after bariatric surgery will only come when you are able to consume whole, nutritious foods so your body feels good, and allow yourself to enjoy a treat while trusting yourself to not binge.

You can only maintain and sustain your long term progress if you can build a healthy relationship with food.

We will die on this hill - 80% of your food should come from whole foods. 20% should come from “fun” foods.

Leave a ❤️ in the comments if you agree OR let us know your own thoughts!

01/06/2024

Anyone else also exhausted with planning and cooking every single meal? 😭

The burnout from cooking and prepping meals is real. It takes a huge mental load to keep track of grocery lists, recipes, time set aside for cooking, etc.

If you feel this way, it’s OK. It’s normal. Give yourself some grace. Take a break and allow yourself to get some takeout and utilize frozen/pre-prepared items to help take the burden off. ❤️

Your mental health is just as important as your nutrition, but we can’t sacrifice one for the other. As busy mom’s who work full time, we get it.

I’ve had many days I’ve been overwhelmed at the thought of making 3 meals a day for the family for what seems like the rest of my life (and this is my job!).

One way to help reduce the burden is to make sure you always have a stocked pantry and some easy recipes on hand.

Comment Freebie on this post for our free grocery list of bariatric friendly ingredients we recommend.📲