Weight Loss Essentials

Making lifestyle changes after bariatric surgery

Making lifestyle changes after bariatric surgery

July 2, 2026
The importance of weight-loss support

The importance of weight-loss support

June 26, 2026
The problem with skipping meals for weight loss

The problem with skipping meals for weight loss  

June 20, 2026
Adaptive fitness during your Lap-Band® weight-loss journey

Adaptive fitness during your Lap-Band® weight-loss journey

June 15, 2026
Interesting and fun exercise/cardio ideas

Refreshing your workout routine | Part 2

June 8, 2026
Is pregnancy possible after bariatric surgery?

Is pregnancy possible after bariatric surgery?

June 2, 2026
tips for success with the Lap-Band

4 more tips for success with the Lap-Band

May 28, 2026
Strategies for overcoming food cues

Strategies for overcoming food cues 

May 21, 2026
Staying hydrated after the Lap-Band® procedure

Tips for staying hydrated after the Lap-Band® procedure

May 16, 2026
Qualifications for bariatric surgery

Am I a candidate for weight-loss surgery? | Qualifications for bariatric surgery

May 8, 2026
Cardio vs. weightlifting: What's better for weight loss?

Cardio vs. weightlifting: What’s better for weight loss?

May 3, 2026
Obesity & liver disease | Comorbidities for obese individuals

Obesity & liver disease | Comorbidities for obese individuals

April 27, 2026
The Lap-Band® vs. Gastric Sleeve: a 10-year comparison

The Lap-Band® vs. Gastric Sleeve: a 10-year comparison

April 19, 2026
Preventing loose skin after Lap-Band surgery 

Loose skin after Lap-Band® weight-loss surgery

April 14, 2026
Eating during Lap-Band® surgery recovery

Eating during Lap-Band® surgery recovery

April 9, 2026
What you need to know about COVID-19 and obesity

What you need to know about COVID-19 and obesity

April 1, 2026
Recovering from bariatric surgery

Recovering from bariatric surgery

March 26, 2026
Prof. Belachew - host of numerous international Lap-Band workshops

Tribute to an influential founder

March 18, 2026
How does the Lap-Band® Program work?

How does the Lap-Band® Program work?

March 12, 2026
High-quality foods to eat after bariatric surgery

High-quality foods to eat after bariatric surgery

March 5, 2026
Is bariatric surgery safe?

Is bariatric surgery safe?

February 27, 2026
Will I need supplements after bariatric surgery?

Will I need supplements after bariatric surgery?

February 21, 2026
World Obesity Day

What causes obesity?

February 16, 2026
The link between heart disease and obesity

The link between heart disease and obesity

February 12, 2026
Understanding food cues

Understanding food cues

February 3, 2026
Why can’t I lose weight?

Why can’t I lose weight?

January 29, 2026
Woman biking on a trail

What are my weight-loss surgery options?

January 23, 2026
What is BMI and why does it matter?

What is BMI and why does it matter?

January 19, 2026
Weird weight-loss beliefs

Weird weight-loss beliefs

January 12, 2026
Making 2021 New Year’s resolutions

Making 2021 New Year’s resolutions

January 8, 2026
Debbie's Lap-Band® Success Story

Success Story spotlight: Debbie

December 29, 2025
Weight-loss motivation

Finding weight-loss motivation

December 20, 2025
Breast cancer awareness

Breast cancer and obesity

December 17, 2025
Deciding to pursue bariatric surgery

Deciding to pursue bariatric surgery

December 8, 2025
Curbing mindless eating

Curbing mindless eating

December 3, 2025
How to overcome weight-loss fear

Overcoming weight-loss fear

November 26, 2025
Sticking to health goals during the holidays

Sticking to health goals during the holidays

November 19, 2025
The importance of hydration

The importance of hydration

November 12, 2025
Diabetes and obesity

Diabetes and obesity

November 5, 2025
Refreshing your workout routine

Refreshing your workout routine

October 30, 2025
Renewing Your Health

Renewing your health

October 24, 2025
Post-Surgical Care Six Months After Lap-Band®

Post-surgical care six months after Lap-Band®

October 20, 2025
Meditation and Its Role in Weight Loss

Meditation and its role in weight loss

October 16, 2025
Learning to Love Healthy Food

Learning to love healthy foods

October 8, 2025
Renewing Your Health

Renewing your health

October 2, 2025
Gaining Control Over Emotional Eating

Gaining control over emotional eating

September 28, 2025
Michelle’s Lap-Band® Story

Finding success with Lap-Band®: Michelle’s story

September 22, 2025
Woman walking on the beach

Adjusting to a new life with your Lap-Band®

September 16, 2025
Woman enjoying the ocean breeze

Will I have a scar from Lap-Band® surgery?

September 12, 2025
Nina's Lap-Band® Success Story

Success story spotlight: Nina

September 6, 2025
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle Post Lap-Band®

Post-surgical care one year after Lap-Band®

August 29, 2025
Young woman laying in field

Will I need skin removal surgery after Lap-Band®?

August 23, 2025
Person celebrating in open air

Seven tips for success with the Lap-Band®

August 17, 2025
Breaking Up with Fad Diets

Breaking up with fad diets

August 11, 2025
Gradual weight loss

What to expect from the Lap-Band® System

August 8, 2025
The Important Role Sleep Plays in Weight Loss

The important role sleep plays in weight loss

August 2, 2025
The negative effects of smoking with bariatric surgery

Smoking and bariatric surgery

July 27, 2025
Woman biking by a lake

Signs it’s time for Lap-Band® surgery

July 22, 2025
preparing for Lap-Band® Surgery

Preparing for Lap-Band® surgery

July 16, 2025
obesity and cancer

Obesity and cancer

July 13, 2025
Two women enjoying nature

Dispelling the top Lap-Band® System myths

July 8, 2025
Woman smiling

Dispelling myths: No one wants the Lap-Band®

July 1, 2025
The Importance of Eating and Chewing Slowly

The importance of eating and chewing slowly

June 29, 2025
Person enjoying mountaintop view

Dispelling Lap-Band® myths: Bands don’t work

June 24, 2025

Cooking tips post Lap-Band® surgery

June 18, 2025
Eating During the Holidays with your Lap-Band®

Eating during the holidays with your Lap-Band®

June 14, 2025
Setting Attainable Weight Loss Goals

Setting attainable New Year’s goals

June 10, 2025
Alcohol Consumption after Lap-Band® Surgery

Alcohol consumption after Lap-Band® surgery

June 5, 2025
Overcoming the Emotional Stress of Your Weight-Loss Journey

Overcoming the emotional stress of your weight-loss journey

May 30, 2025
Next Level Food Journaling

Next level food journaling

May 25, 2025
How to Eat Mindfully

How to eat mindfully

May 21, 2025
Woman smiling in street

Dispelling Lap-Band® myths: High erosion rates

May 19, 2025
Body Acceptance: The Secret to Healthier Eating

Body acceptance: The secret to healthier eating?

May 12, 2025
Woman enjoying coffee

Is the Lap-Band® System right for me?

May 10, 2025
The Importance of a Weight-Loss Support System

The importance of a weight-loss support system

May 2, 2025
Meal Prepping for Weight-Loss Success

Meal prepping for weight-loss success

April 27, 2025
Meal Prepping for Weight-Loss Success

Meal prepping for weight-loss success

April 20, 2025
Adaptive Fitness During Your Lap-Band Weight-Loss Journey

Adaptive fitness during your Lap-Band® weight-loss journey

April 15, 2025
Does the Lap-Band® Need to be Removed if I Become Pregnant?

Does the Lap-Band® need to be removed if I become pregnant?

April 7, 2025