Gastric Bypass vs Gastric Sleeve: Understanding the Key Differences
Weight loss surgery can be a life-changing intervention for people living with obesity and its related health issues. Two of the most popular procedures are the gastric bypass and gastric sleeve. Whilst both procedures help with weight loss and can improve health, they differ in terms of the approach, recovery, risks, and results. This blog explores the main differences between the gastric bypass and gastric sleeve procedures to help you make an informed decision. Before diving into the differences, let’s look at what each procedure entails. Gastric Bypass (Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass) During a gastric bypass procedure, the surgeon creates a...
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Intestinal Stretch Tells Brain to Switch Off Appetite
Intestinal Stretch Tells Brain to Switch Off Appetite Some exciting new research that may explain why one person can eat more than another before they are full. Also why the gastric bypass significantly reduces appetite and the desire to eat. Although, it is well established that gastric bypass surgery enables people to lose weight the way in which it works has yet to be truly established. Why do people feel so full, why do people react to fatty and sugary foods, why are taste changes and desires for food so radically changed? People who have previously enjoyed eating a burger...
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Eating at Christmas
Eating at Christmas Christmas is a time to enjoy yourself and have treats that you wouldn’t regularly eat at other times of the year. If you have had bariatric surgery or are close to someone who has, you may find that this time of year can make managing things more difficult, with so much tempting Christmas food and drink to choose from. Quick tips for managing Christmas dinner Fill up on the array of vegetables available, but watch out for added festive extras like honey or glazes. Keep an eye on your portion sizes, there’s likely to be an array...
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