http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com Dr Tim Ehrlich Blog for Ehrlich Bariatrics, a premier weight loss surgery center in CT Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:30:44 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en 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 ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/ehrlich-bariatrics-introduces-water-zumba-class-for-bariatric-patients/ [caption id="attachment_1130" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Dr. Rishi Ramlogan"][/caption] 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 ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/ehrlich-bariatrics-is-expanding-its-care/ 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. Thanksgiving Tips Don’t forgo your exercise. ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/tips-for-a-happy-thanksgiving-after-weight-loss-surgery/ 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. Cheesy Hippie Spätzli Pasta is probably one of the ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/post-weight-loss-surgery-friendly-recipes-for-cooler-days/ 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 ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/treats-with-no-tricks/ Remember 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 ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/the-importance-of-follow-up-after-weight-loss-surgery/ 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. Behavioral markers of addiction show parallel patterns in addictive-like eating behavior and substance dependence: continued use despite negative consequences unsuccessful ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/exploring-food-addiction/ Organic products 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 ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/take-your-vitamins/ Support 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 ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/support-groups-improve-outcomes-after-weight-loss-surgery/ We 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 ... http://www.drehrlichweightloss.com/so-you-think-that-you-are-getting-enough-calcium/