February often brings a focus on love, celebration, and indulgence, but for bariatric patients, it can also highlight challenges around emotional eating and relationships with food. Emotional eating—the habit of using food to cope with stress, sadness, or even celebration—can interfere with weight loss goals and overall health. Understanding your emotional triggers and developing healthier […]

Scheduling your first bariatric consultation is an important step toward improving your health and beginning a long-term weight loss journey. Many patients feel excited, nervous, and unsure of what will happen during this first visit. Understanding what to expect can ease anxiety and help you get the most out of the appointment. Your first bariatric […]

When people begin their health journey, they often search for solutions that feel simple and accessible—so it’s no surprise that many patients want to know whether vitamins for weight loss can actually help. While vitamins are not “fat burners” or quick fixes, research shows that certain nutrients play a key role in metabolism, energy levels, […]

Every January, millions of people set resolutions, only to see most of them fade by February. For bariatric patients, the new year provides a powerful opportunity to reset, refocus, and recommit to long-term health goals—but only if habits are built in a sustainable way. New Year, New Habits for bariatric patients is more than a […]

Obesity is a nationwide health issue, but its impact — and the resources available to treat it — vary significantly depending on where someone lives. For people in rural communities, the path to long-term weight loss through surgery can be particularly difficult. Limited access to specialized care, long travel distances, and a lack of local […]

Obesity is more than just a matter of excess weight. Behind the visible effects lies a complex process affecting nearly every system in the body — and one of the most important players in this process is inflammation. Growing research shows that inflammation and obesity are closely linked, contributing to the development of diseases like […]