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Food for Gastric Bypass Patients

Gastric bypass surgery involves reducing the size of the stomach and reconnecting or bypassing it to the small intestine. Having a smaller stomach means lesser food intake because you will feel full even when you only eat small amounts of food. However, the procedure alone will not guarantee success. Following a strict diet meant for gastric bypass patients will ensure your weight-loss success and lessen the onset of side effects such as dehydration, nausea, vomiting, stomach pains, ulcers and gastritis.

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Meet the MILs: Which of These Mother-in-Law Types is Yours?

Let's face it, when you said "I do," you probably didn't realize you were also signing up for a lifelong subscription to MIL Magazine, complete with monthly issues filled with unsolicited advice, invasive questions, and the occasional guilt trip, courtesy of your brand new mother-in-law. For many, entering this uncharted territory can feel more like…

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Early Pregnancy Questions & Answers

Upon learning the news that they are pregnant, many women are flooded with emotions–and questions. Pregnancy is a time filled with uncertain excitement. While worrying about the health of your growing baby is normal, living with constant concern can become tiresome. You can assuage some of this concern by asking questions of your health practitioner and educating yourself on the subject of pregnancy and childbirth.