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Drinking enough after bariatric surgery can be challenging and puts patients at risk of dehydration. Why hydration matters, hydration goals and tips to reach them.

What should you consider before becoming pregnant after bariatric surgery? Fertility, potential complications, nutrition recommendations and how to get through pregnancy safely.

What do you need to know about alcohol consumption after bariatric surgery? How surgery changes alcohol absorption, why it affects vitamin absorption and the risk of addiction transfer.

Why is a high-fibre eating plan recommended, and does it apply after bariatric surgery? Learn how much fibre you need per day and practical ways to fit it in.

Bariatric surgery patients have an increased risk of calcium deficiency. Learn about the role of calcium, symptoms, how much you need, food sources, vitamin D, lab tests and the best...

Iron deficiency is one of the most common deficiencies after bariatric surgery. Learn about the role of iron, symptoms, blood tests, food sources, types of iron and how to increase...

Learn about the types and characteristics of fibre, ways to add more fibre to your diet and a table of fibre-rich foods with the amount of fibre per portion.

Bariatric surgery does not treat food addiction. Learn about eating disorders after bariatric surgery, binge eating disorder and 5 factors to consider.

Good protein sources for vegetarians after bariatric surgery: protein basics, a table of vegetarian protein servings and a sample day reaching 83 grams of protein.

After bariatric surgery you are more susceptible to vitamin deficiencies. What is the difference between over-the-counter vitamins and bariatric vitamins?

Few people enjoy food tracking, but it has been proven to help with short and long-term weight loss. How to track your food and what the research shows for bariatric...

Iron deficiency after bariatric surgery occurs when your body does not absorb enough iron. Learn the causes, symptoms, ASMBS guidelines, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.