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Gastric Sleeve Tom. Morn. (11/11/19) - Advice?
We had a "Family and Friends" forum for many many years but removed it a little while ago for non-usage ?♂️.
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Need Suggestions on Vitamins
Why don't you use a 1-per day capsule? I used BariatricPal Multivitamin ONE "1 per Day!" Bariatric Multivitamins from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/bariatricpal-multivitamin-one! BariatricPal has an offer just for this group where it'll cost you only $99 for an entire year supply! Check it out at https://store.bariatricpal.com/products/bariatricpal-multivitamin-one-1-per-day-bariatric-multivitamin-capsules-yearly-subscription With just ONE convenient & affordable BariatricPal Multivitamin ONE each day, you can get the bariatric vitamins and minerals you need to stay healthy! BariatricPal Multivitamin ONE was designed and developed by a team of the world's leading Bariatric medical professionals. Please take a calcium supplement separately to prevent interference with absorption of iron. You can view a large selection of bariatric friendly Calcium supplements at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/calcium. You can find many other bariatric friendly multivitamin options and brands at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/multivitamins
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ASMBS Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Numbers Estimate for 2018
Here are the ASMBS Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Numbers Estimate for 2018. Comparison to Previous Years The ASMBS total bariatric procedure numbers are based on the best estimation from available data (BOLD, ACS/MBSAQIP, National Inpatient Sample Data, and outpatient estimations).
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FLASH SALE: New Calcium Chews at 20% Off ⚡
We're excited to share with you our latest product – Calcium Chews, the perfect accompaniment to our Multivitamin ONE. Our new Calcium Chews come in a delicious French Vanilla flavor and provide 38 percent of the daily recommended calcium intake and 100 percent of the daily recommended vitamin D intake per chew. Although we've designed these chews to help those with bariatric bypass to meet their nutritional needs, these chews are useful for anyone who wants to ramp up their intake of calcium easily and without adding extra calories. Each of our calcium chews has just 15 calories and no sugar or fat. They also meet ASMBS recommendations. To learn more about these easy-to-take, nutritious, and affordable Calcium Chews, visit BariatricPal today! Calcium Citrate Soft Chews USE CODE: CALCIUM19 SHOP NOW Cannot be combined with other offers. Cannot be used on recurring orders. Valid through 10/19/19.
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Oloves Pitted Olives have arrived at the BariatricPal Store!
Oloves Pitted Olives have arrived at the BariatricPal Store! Oloves bring you the tastiest olives, freshly packed and seasoned. Bursting with natural goodness, they're high in loveliness, really low in calories and the perfect addition to anyone's lunch or midday snack. Check them out at http://bit.ly/2ALHoMQ
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Biena Chickpea Snacks are now available!
Biena Snacks are now available at the BariatricPal Store! Biena Snacks are deliciously crunchy roasted Chickpea Snacks in familiar flavors such as Sea Salt, Honey, Chocolate, Habanero, and more! Award-winning Biena snacks are packed with protein and fiber while also being gluten-free. Many Biena Chickpea Snacks are also vegan! Check them out at http://bit.ly/2Vd0RQ9
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Keto and Co now at the BariatricPal Store!
Keto and Co is a full and growing line of ultra low carbohydrate, keto-friendly foods with 1.5 grams net carbohydrates per 100 calories or less. They're now available at the BariatricPal Store.
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Stinky Pee
This topic has run its course and is now closed.
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BariatricPal Iced Coffee Protein One
BariatricPal Iced Coffee Protein One is now available in single-serving packets so you can try before committing to an entire bag! Available on our website: http://bit.ly/2Zd5RK0
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Premier Protein – Not Premier for Bariatric Patients!
I like Isopure unflavored. The main ingredient is Whey Protein Isolate. It's good stuff.
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New Forum Idea: for the young folk
We had age-based forums for many years but sadly they died off. Over the last few years, we've been consolidating forums instead of creating new ones.
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Watch James Corden's beautifully honest response to Bill Maher's pro-fat shaming take
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Thanks! I’m going to have our dev take a look at this. If you ever have an issue while ordering we have live chat available 24/7 ready to assist with points etc.- reward points issue
Can you log out and log back in? Sounds like a caching or session issue. Let me know if that works. If the issue continues, please email store@BariatricPal.com so we can assist further You can not use points if you have any products in your cart that are subscription based, since it uses a non-standard store checkout. That will be changed within the next few months.- Celebrate Labor Day with up to 25% OFF ?
Our Labor Day sale is being extended another 24 hours!- Celebrate Labor Day with up to 25% OFF ?
We started carrying the entire Bariatric Advantage line. They're the original bariatric vitamin company and most popular by a long shot.- Celebrate Labor Day with up to 25% OFF ?
The BariatricPal Store Labor Day Sale is going on RIGHT NOW! Check out our specials: 25% off My Vitamin Patch, PatchAid, and BariatricPal Brand Products with code LABORDAY25 Shop Now - http://bit.ly/2lINc5D 15% off Sitewide with code LABORDAY15 Shop now - http://bit.ly/2lINcm9 **One coupon code per order. Not be combined with any other offer. Sorry, no price adjustments on previous orders. Cannot be used on recurring orders. Offer expires 9/3/19.- NEW STUDY: Transdermal Multivitamin Patch Effective in Gastric Bypass Patients?
I reached out to Feosol ages ago and they only deal with large distributors.- NEW STUDY: Transdermal Multivitamin Patch Effective in Gastric Bypass Patients?
A new study was recently released on the hot topic of vitamin patches. Transdermal Multivitamin Patch Effective in Gastric Bypass Patients? Conclusion: Multivitamin patch users are more likely to have vitamin D deficiency and lower serum concentration of various vitamins and minerals. Future large studies are needed on the efficacy of multivitamin patches before they can be recommended to bariatric patient population. You can view the details on this study here. What are your thoughts on this topic? Should the BariatricPal Store stop carrying vitamin patches or should we inform consumers about the study and let them make their own educated decision? In the interim, we've updated each store listing to include this warning: Please Note: Nutritional patches are a new technology. As with any nutritional supplements, consumers should use nutrition patches according to their healthcare providers' recommendations and regularly monitor nutrient levels through lab work as they would when taking any dietary supplements. According to a recent study, large studies are needed on the efficacy of multivitamin patches before they can be recommended to the bariatric patient population.- Vitamins
I hear ya! Buy one month supply. If you don't like it, I will make sure that you're credited 100%.- Vitamins
Check out BariatricPal Multivitamin ONE "1 per Day!" Bariatric Multivitamins from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/bariatricpal-multivitamin-one! BariatricPal has a secret offer just for this group where it'll cost you only $99 for an entire year supply! Check it out at https://store.bariatricpal.com/products/bariatricpal-multivitamin-one-1-per-day-bariatric-multivitamin-capsules-yearly-subscription With just ONE convenient & affordable BariatricPal Multivitamin ONE each day, you can get the bariatric vitamins and minerals you need to stay healthy! BariatricPal Multivitamin ONE was designed and developed by a team of the world's leading Bariatric medical professionals. Please take a calcium supplement separately to prevent interference with absorption of iron. You can view a large selection of bariatric friendly Calcium supplements at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/calcium.- BariatricPal Iced Coffee Protein One
What has more caffeine than a cup of coffee, the sweet and creamy taste of your favorite iced coffee drink, and only 3 grams of sugar? BariatricPal Iced Coffee Protein One delivers all that, and more, such as protein, fiber, and caffeine. Available on our website: http://bit.ly/2Zd5RK0- Binders
Some do and some don't. I'd ask your surgeon prior to surgery.- Binders
The BariatricPal Store carries the Premium Abdominal Binder for Bariatric and Plastic Surgery by DeRoyal at https://store.bariatricpal.com/products/premium-abdominal-binder-for-bariatric-and-plastic-surgery-by-deroyal. I personally didn't use one after either of my weight loss surgeries but patients tell me that it makes a HUGE difference. I used one after RNY reversal since that was an open procedure and I don't think I could have managed without it.- Premier protein shakes
Premier Protein has less than 1% Whey Protein Isolate according to the ingredients on the side of their box. Whey Protein Isolate is definitely the best source of protein for weight loss surgery patients, especially if you have a malabsorptive procedure. The BariatricPal Store carries a huge selection of Bariatric friendly Protein drinks at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders. Here are some popular options: BariatricPal Protein ONE: MultiVitamin, Calcium, Iron, Fiber & Meal Replacement Single Serving Packet - 9 Flavor Variety Pack from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/products/bariatricpal-protein-one-multivitamin-calcium-iron-fiber-meal-replacement-single-serving-packet-9-flavor-variety-pack Syntrax Nectar Protein Powder Sampler Variety Bag - All 17 Flavors! from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/products/syntrax-nectar-protein-powder-sampler-variety-bag-all-17-flavors Bariatric Advantage HPMR High Protein Meal Replacement - Available in 8 Flavors! from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/products/bariatric-advantage-high-protein-meal-replacement Single-Serving Protein Powder Packets - Super Jumbo "60 Flavor" Sampler Pack from https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/protein-powders/products/single-serving-protein-powder-packets-super-jumbo-60-flavor-sampler-pack - reward points issue