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Thursday
January 26th, 2012
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Ehrlich Bariatrics Introduces Water Zumba Class for Bariatric Patients

We are very excited to announce that we are able to introduce a Water Zumba Class for our bariatric patients! What could be more fun than combining the great rhythms of Zumba and the benefits of exercise in the water? Water programs are great, since they are non-weight bearing and therefore are gentle to painful [...]

Thursday
January 19th, 2012
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Ehrlich Bariatrics is expanding its care!

We pleased to announce that Dr. Rishi Ramlogan is joining our surgical team.  Dr. Ramlogan has experience treating patients with a broad range of bariatric, laparoscopic and general surgery concerns. His special areas of interest include laparoscopic gastric bypass, gastric banding, sleeve gastrectomy, revisional bariatric procedures, hernia surgery and anti-reflux surgery. We have gotten to [...]

Thursday
November 17th, 2011
Ehrlich Bariatrics News

Tips for a happy Thanksgiving after weight loss surgery

The weather has cooled in Connecticut and Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Everyone seems to be getting ready for Thanksgiving. We thought that we would share some tips that we have gathered over the years to make the Holiday season a bit easier.

Wednesday
November 2nd, 2011
Bariatric DietDoctor's Advice

Post weight loss surgery friendly recipes for cooler days

As the temperatures drop, we all look for food that warms the body and soul. Eating a healthy, protein-rich diet can be challenge when it comes to comfort foods. However, with a little ingenuity, healthy food can be simple and delicious.

Wednesday
October 26th, 2011
Bariatric DietDoctor's Advice

Treats with no tricks!

Embracing a healthy lifestyle after weight loss surgery is not about “being on a diet” for the rest of your life. Instead, a healthy lifestyle means making good food choices, getting the emotional support you need and incorporating exercise into your daily life. Sounds simple, really. The difficulty lies when applying this [...]

Tuesday
September 27th, 2011
Doctor's Advice

The Importance of Follow-Up After Weight Loss Surgery

Dr. Calendar ReminderRemember when you promised to follow-up for life with your surgeon after bariatric surgery? It is a tough promise to make. After all, life happens and people move, have busy lives with kids and careers and are enjoying life. However, we urge you to take some time out of your busy schedule and follow-up with us – yes, even if you are doing great.

Thursday
September 8th, 2011
Bariatric DietDoctor's Advice

Exploring Food Addiction

Obesity is such a complex disease that scientists continue to search for additional explanations. Food addiction may be one factor. Research has implicated an addictive process in the development and maintenance of obesity.

Friday
August 26th, 2011
Bariatric DietDoctor's Advice

Take your vitamins!

food_dietary_supplementsOrganic produce and a healthy, protein-rich diet alone do not ensure optimal nutrition after weight loss surgery. Every type of bariatric surgery, like the Lap-Band, restricts food intake. Additionally, Revisional Bariatric Procedures, Gastric Bypass or Sleeve Gastrectomy, result in some malabsorption of micronutrients due to the anatomical changes resulting from these procedures.

Monday
August 15th, 2011
Doctor's Advice

Support groups improve outcomes after weight loss surgery

GHB-women-on-ex-machine_newSupport groups are vital to the long term success of bariatric surgery. Recent studies show that patients who attend support groups at least monthly have better weight loss and struggle less with weight regain. Support groups are meant to help the patient stay on track, get inspired and learn from others’ struggles and achievements.

Friday
July 29th, 2011
Bariatric DietDoctor's Advice

So you think that you are getting enough calcium?

enough.calciumWe are amazed when we talk to patients and realize that they are not taking the recommended calcium supplements. Amazed and very concerned. “But I eat yogurt and mix my protein shake with skim milk…” is what we often hear. That is great, but it does not substitute the need for calcium supplementation. Bariatric patients who had a Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy or Revisional Surgery have impaired calcium absorption due to the anatomical changes of the respective bariatric procedures. Lap-Band patients also need to take calcium supplements because they are unable to consume the recommended amounts of calcium rich foods.

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