How Large Is the Stomach After Sleeve Surgery?
Sleeve gastrectomy is one of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures worldwide. It promotes weight loss by permanently reducing the size of the stomach, helping patients eat smaller portions while also triggering important hormonal changes that influence appetite and metabolism. Many patients wonder exactly how much of the stomach remains after surgery and what that […]
How Bariatric Surgery Improves Metabolic Flexibility
Metabolic flexibility refers to the body’s ability to efficiently switch between using carbohydrates and fats as fuel depending on energy demands and food availability. In people with obesity and insulin resistance, this ability is often impaired, making it more difficult to regulate blood sugar, utilize stored fat, and maintain energy balance. Bariatric surgery does more […]
Does Gastric Balloon Placement Require Surgery?
The gastric balloon is often described as a non-surgical weight loss procedure, but this can sometimes create confusion. Many patients wonder whether placing a gastric balloon involves surgery, anesthesia, or incisions. The short answer is: no, gastric balloon placement does not require surgery in the traditional sense. However, it is still a medical procedure that […]
The Science Behind the Bariatric Evaluation Process
A bariatric evaluation is not a single appointment or a simple formality. It is a structured medical process designed to determine whether a patient is a safe and appropriate candidate for weight loss surgery. This evaluation is based on scientific principles that combine metabolic assessment, medical risk stratification, nutritional analysis, and psychological readiness. Each component […]
Why Patients Need a Liver Shrinking Diet Before Surgery
Before undergoing bariatric surgery, many patients are asked to follow a liver shrinking diet for a period of time ranging from one to three weeks, depending on the surgical plan and clinical evaluation. Although it may seem like a simple preoperative step, this dietary phase plays a critical role in improving surgical safety, visibility during […]
The Science Behind Chronic Inflammation in Obesity
Obesity is not only a condition of excess body weight. It is also closely linked to a state of chronic, low-grade inflammation that affects multiple systems in the body. This inflammatory state plays a central role in many obesity-related complications, including insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic dysfunction. Unlike acute inflammation, which […]
Why Cravings Change After Bariatric Surgery
One of the most noticeable and often surprising changes after bariatric surgery is a shift in food cravings. Many patients report that foods they once desired intensely—especially sugary, fatty, or highly processed foods—no longer feel as appealing. At the same time, preferences for protein-rich or simpler foods often increase. These changes are not psychological alone. […]
How the Small Intestine Adapts After Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery does not only change the size of the stomach. In several procedures, especially gastric bypass and SADI-S, it also changes how food interacts with the small intestine, which plays a central role in digestion, nutrient absorption, and hormonal regulation. After surgery, the small intestine is exposed to a new pattern of nutrients, altered […]
Short-Term vs Long-Term Metabolic Effects of Gastric Balloon
The gastric balloon is one of the most widely used non-surgical weight-loss interventions available today. Unlike bariatric procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, or SADI-S, the gastric balloon does not permanently alter the anatomy of the digestive system. Instead, it occupies space within the stomach, helping patients feel full sooner and consume fewer calories. […]
Does the Balloon Change Hormones or Just Volume?
The gastric balloon is one of the most popular non-surgical weight-loss interventions available today. Unlike bariatric procedures such as sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass, the gastric balloon does not involve incisions, permanent anatomical changes, or intestinal rerouting. Most patients understand that the balloon works by taking up space in the stomach, helping them feel full […]
