Bariatric Weight-Loss Blog

Learn more about Bariatric Surgery and weight-loss here on the BASS Bariatric Blog.

Overweight adult looking at a GLP-1 weight loss medication injector pen while considering treatment options

Looking for Alternatives to Ozempic or Wegovy in Walnut Creek?

June 1, 2026

Patient comparing GLP-1 medications and bariatric surgery with a weight loss specialist

Why Consistency Matters With GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications

June 1, 2026

High-protein and high-fiber foods commonly recommended for healthy weight loss, including eggs, chicken, vegetables, beans, berries, and whole grains

High-Protein vs. High-Fiber Diets: Which Matters More for Weight Loss?

May 21, 2026

misleading weight loss advertisement and a fake popup promoting rapid weight loss offers online

How to Spot a Weight Loss Scam

May 14, 2026

Illustration showing misleading weight loss supplement marketing and concerns about unsafe diet products and side effects.

Weight Loss Scams to Avoid: Fake Ozempic®, Fat Burners, and “Miracle” Supplements

May 14, 2026

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Sad cartoon stomach with a lap band device wrapped around it

Why Is Lap Band Surgery Rarely Performed Today?

Patient experiencing nausea after eating following bariatric surgery

Dumping Syndrome After Bariatric Surgery: Symptoms, Causes, and How to Manage It

GLP-1 weight loss medication pen next to bone density scan for osteoporosis

Do GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Cause Bone Loss? What New Research Says

Patient holding an image of a weight loss injection syringe crossed out, representing concerns about medication coverage in California.

January 21, 2026

California Is Pulling Back Coverage for Weight Loss Drugs: What That Means for Patients Considering Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery patient eating a normal meal in smaller portions.

January 20, 2026

Will I Have to Give Up My Favorite Foods After Bariatric Surgery?

Illustration showing the importance of healthy weight loss speed over rapid weight loss.

January 16, 2026

Can You Lose Weight Too Fast? What Happens When Weight Loss Is Rapid

Patient recovering in hospital after bariatric surgery with a temporary liquid diet.

January 15, 2026

Do You Have to Be on a Liquid Diet Forever After Bariatric Surgery?

Patient discussing genetic factors affecting weight loss with a bariatric specialist.

January 11, 2026

Can Genetics Cause Weight Gain? How Genes Influence Weight Loss and Metabolism

Patient meeting with bariatric care team to review insurance requirements before weight loss surgery.

January 13, 2026

Why Insurance Requires Steps Before Bariatric Surgery

Patient looking at an empty injection pen with a clinician reviewing a long-term weight maintenance plan on a clipboard.

January 9, 2026

What Happens When You Stop GLP-1 Medications? Weight Regain, Hunger, and Next Steps

Bariatric specialist explaining how weight loss surgery works during a patient consultation.

December 26, 2025

Weight Loss Surgery: What It Is and How It Works

Bariatric patient discussing insurance coverage with her surgeon

December 23, 2025

How Long Does the Bariatric Surgery Process Take?

Woman looking discouraged while eating a salad, expressing frustration with restrictive dieting

December 22, 2025

Why Diets Stop Working and What Actually Leads to Long-Term Weight Loss

Surgeon with gloved hands marking a patient’s abdomen with a surgical pen during pre-operative preparation.

December 10, 2025

What Is Bariatric Surgery? Understanding the Most Effective Form of Weight Loss Treatment

California state capitol building in Sacramento

October 8, 2025

How California Could Improve Access to Bariatric Surgery and Weight Loss Treatments

Blank medical insurance claim form with a stethoscope on top.

October 5, 2025

Why Bariatric Surgery May Become More Cost-Effective in California

Pregnant woman working from home on her computer.

October 2, 2025

Can You Get Pregnant After Bariatric Surgery?

Bariatric vitamins and supplements lined up on a table.

September 26, 2025

Preventing Nutrient Deficiencies After Bariatric Surgery

Patient lifting light dumbbells after bariatric surgery.

September 23, 2025

Preventing Muscle Loss After Bariatric Surgery

Young man caught eating junk food out of his fridge representing hunger.

September 20, 2025

Ghrelin: The Hunger Hormone and Its Role in Weight Gain

Before and after photos showing Gina’s bariatric transformation.

September 15, 2025

Bariatric Surgery Success Story: Gina Molina Lost 110 Pounds

Doctor explaining weight loss surgery versus liposuction to patient.

September 15, 2025

Weight Loss Surgery vs. Liposuction: What’s the Difference?

Doctor explaining safe bariatric surgery options compared to weight loss drugs.

September 12, 2025

Bariatric Surgery Is Safer Than Weight Loss Drugs or Diets

Piggy bank with tape measure symbolizing affordable bariatric surgery.

September 9, 2025

Why Bariatric Surgery is the Most Affordable Weight Loss Option

Woman showing loose jeans after significant weight loss

Is Weight Loss Surgery More Effective Than Injections? New Study Says Yes