Barimelts Blog

What better way to celebrate the start of warmer weather than with a cold, yummy, protein-packed smoothie? After bariatric surgery, smoothies can be a wonderful addition to your diet, providing...

Have you ever heard the term "slider foods"? In today's article, Whittany Gibson, RDN explains what slider foods are, how to spot them, and what to do if you fall...

Have you heard the word "macros" but aren't sure what it refers to? Click the button below for all the details! Today's article is written by a bariatric patient who has lost over...

As a bariatric patient, there are many lifestyle changes that you will have to make after surgery. Health will be your main priority and you will spend a great deal...

Ever heard of ghrelin? No, this isn't the name of a villain in a superhero movie... Ghrelin is actually a hormone produced by cells in the stomach that stimulates appetite and...

Hair loss is a significant concern for bariatric patients after surgery... We often hear about Biotin and its role in supporting healthy hair, but did you know this vitamin's function in the body goes...

Caramel apple inspired water? A cottage cheese pizza bowl? TikTok is full of random, creative, and sometimes just plain bizarre recipes. This week, we asked Rachel Ignomirello, MS, RDN to...

This conversation with Gianna is one of the most raw and insightful pieces we've ever posted on the BariMelts Blog. Transfer addiction can be a critical issue for bariatric patients, and...

Am I eating too much? Or am I eating too few calories given where I'm at in my WLS journey? Every patient struggles with this dilemma... That's why we asked Whittany Gibson,...

Following bariatric surgery, patients will experience reduced food intake, possible meat intolerance (meats are a source of heme-iron), and decreased stomach acid secretion, all of which can contribute to both iron deficiency...

Ever find yourself thinking, “I need to eat healthy snacks, but I don’t have time to make them”? It's so easy to lose track of time... And before you know...

Did you know calcium is the body’s most abundant mineral? We often think of calcium and its vital role in building and maintaining strong bones and teeth... However, calcium also supports...