Archives: August 2023
The Downside of Fructose and Why It Matters
There are several ways that sugar is added and ultimately labeled in the products we eat and drink every day. For this reason, it’s essential to discuss how sugar is metabolized in the body and if certain sugars are better than others. For this discussion, we will limit our analysis to the two most ubiquitous forms of sugar: glucose and fructose. Glucose is what you find in granulated sugar, honey, and many other products. It is the traditional sweetener you think of. Fructose, on the other hand, is typically found in fruits and vegetables but is also added to many products in the form of high-fructose corn syrup. You often find these in sodas, processed foods, and even bread products to sweeten them.
Gastric Sleeve Patients – An Important Consideration Around 2 Years
It’s no secret bariatric surgery, including the gastric sleeve, offers an excellent long-term weight loss option for qualifying patients that is more long-lasting and effective than diet, exercise, or even weight loss medications alone. However, you will have heard repeatedly bariatric surgery is not magic, and weight loss and the consequent disease improvement or resolution do not come without hard work on the patient’s part. Further, you may have heard stories from friends or loved ones about someone gaining their weight back, which is certainly possible if you don’t follow your post-op directions, including changing your diet and exercise. Let’s discuss why gastric sleeve patients tend to gain weight a few years after surgery and what to do about it.