Dumping syndrome is a problem that occurs in some patients after having gastric bypass surgery. It is the result of food passing too quickly into the small intestine. It is typically induced when the patient eats certain foods, such as sweets or certain carbohydrate sources (such as simple carbohydrates like sugar and some starches). It…
BARIATRIC SURGERY SUPPORT –September 2012 Newsletter. In this months issue we look at how having a positive mental attitude can influence your quality of life both before and after undergoing Bariatric Surgery. We briefly discuss the Recovery Process and make some dietary recommendation for post surgery patients. We discuss 8 points to help you prepare…
It can be said that Life is like a hiking trail. Sometimes, you are standing on firm ground, but other times you have to watch the rocks crumble beneath your feet. Sometimes, you have to climb higher to stay away from danger, just as sometimes you have to go lower to avoid falling rocks. Other…
Most South Africans enjoy a life of sunshine, braai ( BBQ) and the odd tipple of our favorite alcoholic beverage. Well ,it seems that, the odd tipple may have serious consequences for those of us that have had Bariatric Surgery. According to a recent American Study researchers have concluded that some people who undergo weight-loss…
South Africa has about 97 medical schemes totalling around 8 million beneficiaries. The total annual contribution to medical schemes is around R85-billion (according to the Council for Medical Schemes – 2012). Take into account that South Africa have a population of more than 49 million people! Less than 17% of SA citizens belong to a medical…
Live the best life possible with Incred! We understand how much an elective medical procedure can change lives for the better but we know that these procedures can be costly and are not always covered by medical aid… That’s why we’re here… • We specialise in providing loans for various medical procedures • Easy repayment…
Gastric bypass surgery gets high marks for patient satisfaction and maintenance of substantial weight loss at 11 years post-operatively, according to long-term results of a study published online March 26, 2012 in Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases. The researchers point out that this study is one of the few studies to provide information on…
BariMate is the first weight management App written specifically for patients who have had bariatric surgery or are considering it. The fifteen sub apps will help you to make informed choices about bariatric surgery and keep track of your weight changes and parameters like BMI and %EWL. You can also use the I phone camera…
We have launched collaboration with a social network for people with chronic conditions (including, but not limited to people with obesity). The network is at http://www.thehealthchain.com Registration and use is at no cost to the user. There are a number of ways that the network can assist people to stay in touch, provide mutual support,…
CLICK ON THE LINK TO BUY THIS BOOK It’s a New Year and once again time to take stock of old behaviours and make improvements and changes where necessary. For many, these resolutions focus around issues of health and wellness and (most often) at the…
Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right. Welcome to our 1st edition of this year – Click on the link below to download you free Newsletter: Bariatric Surgery Support Newsletter January 2012
The Holiday season is upon us! It?s a time of fun, stress, family, stress, shopping, stress, exposure to our old favorite holiday foods and more stress. The holidays are a busy wonderful time of the year. It is important to be prepared. Take time to sit and write down your plan ? gift ideas, meal…
You have made the commitment to a lifestyle change. You have had bariatric surgery and now find yourself with a lot more questions than answers. In this issue we look at one of the most asked questions patients have post-surgery: I had a Gastric Bypass…so now what? To be more specific, so now what…
Welcome to our October 2011 issue of BSS Newsletter Inside this issue we look at one of the most frequently asked questions by pre-surgery patients: ” Will my Medical Aid pay for Bariatric Surgery?” Download a copy of Bariatric Surgery Support Newsletter here:
Episode: The Story of BIG G Broadcast date: 17 February 2009 at 21h30 Channel: e.tv Source: http://www.tvsa.co.za/default.asp?blogname=3rd_degree_episode_summaries&ArticleID=10835 In 2009 3rd Degree looked at the story of South Africa’s largest man, Gordon Hartley. Weighing 350 kilograms, Gordon is morbidly obese. His intake of food is enough to feed a family of five and doctors have said…
Click on the link below to download your September 2011 NEWSLETTER: Bariatric Surgery Support Newsletter September 2011 Digestion Interrupted Weight loss surgery interferes with digestion to help bring about weight loss. For example, gastric bypass surgery makes the stomach smaller and allows food to bypass part of the small intestine. (If you recall,…
Gastric bypass patients of Dr. Swanepoel and Dr. Potgieter, please note the following amendment to your daily supplement regime (valid from Stage 3 post-op). ‘Calcium Citrate D’ (Georen Pharmaceuticals) is now being recommended as your daily calcium supplement – to replace any calcium product used up until now. Use 5 ml effervescent granules TWICE daily…
Click on the Link Below to Download a PDF version of our August 2011 Newsletter : Bariatric Surgery Support Newsletter August 2011 In this issue we focus on Pre-operation preparation and Post operation Outlook.
Almost a quarter of men and women in England and over a third of adults in America are obese. (In South Africa statistics on the percentage of overweight and obese people indicate that obesity and its co-morbidities are on the increase, with Cape Town leading the way!) Obesity increases the risk of diabetes and heart…
Next Meeting Date: When: Tuesday 26 July 2011 Where: N1 Medical Chambers, First Floor, Training Room, Contact: Jo Anne 072 2365861 for directions Time: 18:00 RSVP:info@bariatricsurgerysupport.co.za