Gastric Bypass | Gulf Coast Bariatrics

When Does Snacking Become Dangerous?

Posted: Jan 30 in Weight Loss Blog by

There are many obstacles to losing weight, from not eating the right foods to eating at the wrong times. Gastric bypass in Naples can help you to control your hunger, but it will still be up to you to make the mental changes necessary in how you approach snacking. There are appropriate times and foods [...]

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Understanding Gastric Bypass Surgery

Posted: Aug 22 in Weight Loss Blog by

Gastric bypass is a type of weight loss surgery where the size of the stomach is reduced and parts of the small intestine is bypassed. The reduced stomach size restricts the amount of food that you can eat at one time. And, by bypassing parts of the small intestine the amount of nutrients that are [...]

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Nutrition Tips for Post Gastric Bypass Surgery

Posted: Jul 26 in Weight Loss Blog by

Having weight loss surgery in Ft. Myers or Naples is just the first step to healthier weight and life. However, knowing how to lose weight and keep it off is an important lifestyle change after weight loss surgery. Keep in mind that you won’t be able to eat as large of portions as you used [...]

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Improved Health Outcomes Associated with Gastric Bypass Surgery

Posted: May 24 in Weight Loss Blog by

The latest research shows gastric bypass surgery may have more health benefits than other forms of weight loss surgery. Along with controlling weight, benefits of gastric bypass surgery include improved blood sugar regulation resulting in a decrease in diabetes in patients who have this surgery. Quality of life is also improved more for patients that [...]

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Eddie: Gastric Sleeve Weight Loss

Posted: Nov 30 in Bariatric Surgery Testimonials by

I am Eddie Elsasser and I have lost ½ my goal weight in a period of 5.5 months. On 5/5/2010 I was at my top weight of 458lbs and I am currently at the weight of 325. On 11/22/2010, that is a loss of 133 Lbs.

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Hope: Gastric Bypass Weight Loss

Posted: Aug 06 in Bariatric Surgery Testimonials by

It has not been a bad year. I had my roux- en- y gastric bypass on July 27th., 2009. Now, I am a new woman, literally. My friends who I haven’t seen in just a month or so have come up to me and asked “May I help you?”. I wasn’t immediately recognized. I love it. I am not afraid to step in front of a camera. There are so many new adventures, and everyday a new experience.

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Rhonda: Gastric Bypass Weight Loss

Posted: Apr 11 in Bariatric Surgery Testimonials by

After 2 years of research I found Dr Bass and made my choice. Even though I live on the West Coast, I drove all the way to Hollywood Bariatrics to attend a Seminar and to meet Dr Bass. Since then, they have opened Gulf Coast Bariatrics on the west coast, where I attend my support groups and do my follow ups.

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Gastric Bypass Relieves GERD Syndromes in Most Obese Patients

Posted: Mar 16 in Weight Loss Blog by

New research from Brazil shows that gastric bypass surgery effectively alleviates gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in most obese patients and can provide substantial improvement in heartburn symptoms in as little as 6 months.

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Gary: Gastric Bypass Weight Loss

Posted: Mar 11 in Bariatric Surgery Testimonials by

If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, acid reflex, sleep apnea, asthma, you need to have gastric bypass or weight loss surgery! My primary motive for getting gastric bypass was to get rid of my health issues, and losing the weight was second.

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Shirley: Gastric Bypass Weight Loss

Posted: Jul 12 in Bariatric Surgery Testimonials by

Shirley, at 42, had a hard time losing weight after her first pregnancy. In the years that followed, she tried everything from fad diets and weight-loss pills to a restrictive plan of just fish, fruit and vegetables. Sometimes she would lose 20 to 25 pounds, but the weight would always return. Eventually, she couldn’t walk very far without back pain. At 298 pounds, she also dealt with thyroid issues, high blood pressure, hypertension and problems with her knee that required surgery.

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