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Pregnancy after weight loss surgery: What you need to know

Considering weight loss surgery to help you fulfill your dream of having a baby? Many women choose this option and for good reason. A healthy weight has a positive impact on a healthy pregnancy. But is it safe to become pregnant after weight loss surgery? Are there any risks, and how can you prepare for a healthy pregnancy? We’ll answer all of these questions in this blog.

Why is Magnesium good for you? And what else do you need to know

Magnesium is an essential mineral that performs many important functions in your body. Why is magnesium good for you? How much magnesium do you need daily and how do you know if you’re deficient? We outline 7 key facts about magnesium.

Banana Orange Smoothie

A smoothie is ideal if you have little time, and want to eat light but nutritious. Try this fruity banana orange smoothie. As an easy breakfast or an invigorating snack. The fresh orange is a golden combination with the sweet and creamy of a banana. A leaf of mint gives your smoothie even more flavor. Deliciously refreshing and ready super fast!

Lettuce cups with smoked chicken recipe

Do you love Asian cuisine but don’t want a dish with noodles or rice? Then go for these cups with smoked chicken. Tastes like an oriental meal, but as light and fresh as a salad. Packed with vitamins, minerals and protein. Besides, these lettuce cups look great, don’t they?

Summer watermelon feta salad

Some combinations are gold. Like watermelon and feta: a match made in heaven. The sweetness of watermelon as a counterpart to slightly salty feta. Lemon and mint provice freshness. Crunchy pecans add a nice bite. A juicy, tasty and colorful party on your plate! With this salad you’ll taste summer.

Creamy and fresh crab salad

Whether you’re looking for a light lunch or a BBQ healthy side dish. This crab salad is highly recommended. Deliciously full and creamy, but also fresh. Light on your stomach but still satisfying. Need extra protein? Simply add Pure Whey Protein Natural. This will make your salad even healthier.

DIY Banana Raspberry Ice Cream

With this recipe treat yourself or someone else to mouth-watering Banana Raspberry Ice Cream. Only 4 ingredients and no machine needed! Simple to make, a treat to eat.

Tropical Mango Pineapple Smoothie

However, this Tropical Mango Pineapple Smoothie is secretly a summer favorite. Whether you are on a tropical island or in your backyard. This smoothie is guaranteed to create a summer feeling!

Refreshing Gazpacho recipe

With this gazpacho recipe, you’re not just serving a refreshing treat. This vegetarian, cold dish is loaded with veggies so it’s incredibly healthy. Yummy as lunch or light dinner.

5 tips for a healthy summer

It’s time for holidays. Temptations that we normally find easier to resist are also more likely to appear. In this blog, we share how to enjoy and stay healthy this summer.

Tropical recipe: Salmon and salsa

Some ingredients seem destined for each other. Combinations which taste amazing. Which is why this recipe with grilled salmon and mango avocado salsa is irresistible. Coconut and lime freshen it up. Moreover, the colors burst off your plate! With this dish, you really feel like you’re on a tropical island.

Heavenly Strawberry Coconut Mocktail recipe

An ice-cold, refreshing drink is a part of a hot summer day, obviously. But preferably one without sugar and alcohol. So, this heavenly Strawberry Coconut Mocktail is perfect.

10 mindset tips that will change your life

A powerful, positive mindset teaches you to deal with difficult moments. It helps you achieve your goals and motivates you to maintain healthy habits. Discover our 10 mindset tips that will positively change your life after surgery.

Delicious salmon crumble

Fresh salmon fillet in a season, crispy jacket. From the oven. With creamy crème fraîche and fresh lemon. This dish is highly recommended for dinner with friends. Or prepare it for the whole family. Success guaranteed!

Here’s what makes stress so unhealthy

We all experience stress sometimes. But what is stress exactly? And why can stress be linked to obesity and all kinds of health issues? We explain everything and give you stress-reducing tips.

Mastering emotional eating: How to do it?

Food is everywhere and strongly linked to both good and bad moments in life. We can’t avoid that and we don’t have to. It only becomes a problem when you (over)eat because of emotions. What causes emotional eating? Why do many obese people with bariatric surgery suffer from it? And how do you master emotional eating?

7 fashion tips while losing weight after surgery

Likely, you’re losing weight quickly. That’s great, but what to do with your wardrobe? Maybe you can’t afford to go shopping monthly. Besides, it’s not sustainable at all. This is why we give you handy fashion tips while you lose weight.

Frequently asked questions about dumping

What exactly is dumping syndrome? What causes it and what can you do about it? Let’s dig into it by answering the most frequently asked questions.

Protein-rich oatmeal pancakes

Nutritious, high in fiber, full of protein and therefore a perfect start to your (mid)day! The taste is delicious and the pancakes look festive. You can also serve them to your guests at brunch.

Energy boost: smoothie with apple, spinach and carrot

Kickstart your day with vegetables! Want that energy boost but not a plate full of veggies in the morning? Then a smoothie is a fine option. This smoothie with apple, spinach and carrot is easily digestible and rich in vitamins and minerals.

5 ways for more balance after weight loss surgery

Surgery is done. Let your new life begin! But the surgery alone doesn’t solve overweight and related co-morbidities. And becoming and staying healthy doesn’t come naturally. This blog shares 5 ways to find balance after weight loss surgery.

Meal prepping: why you should start after weight loss surgery

Meal prepping: isn’t that for bodybuilders who eat lots of food to build muscles? Or for full-time working parents to save time? True and true. But did you know that meal prepping after weight loss surgery is smart too? Discover here why and how to start.

Honeymoon phase after stomach reduction surgery? This is what it means

Ever heard of the honeymoon phase? And we don’t mean the honeymoon phase or that unforgettable trip after a wedding. We’re also talking about a honeymoon phase after stomach reduction surgery.

5 reasons to consume extra protein after your weight loss surgery

Protein, isn’t that for avid athletes? Or in case you want to grow more muscle? Well, not necessarily. Every person needs protein to stay healthy. And that certainly applies to you too if you’ve had weight loss surgery. In this blog, we’ll give you 5 reasons.

Feeling nauseous after a stomach reduction? This is what causes it and this is what you can do about it

Do you often feel nauseous after your stomach reduction? Of course this is very unpleasant. In this blog, we tell you what causes nausea. And we give tips to reduce or even prevent it.

Summertime watermelon smoothie

The summer screams watermelon. But what about a watermelon smoothie? It’s sweet, light and very healthy too. This watermelon smoothie contains no sugar or dairy.

9 handy tips for taking WLS Multivitamins

For some it’s peanuts, for others it’s not easy. Whether you have trouble swallowing, get nauseous easily or simply forget the multivitamin – with these tips, taking multivitamins becomes a lot easier.

What you need to know about vitamins and minerals

What actually happens in your body when you consume them? And why are they essential after gastric bypass surgery? You will discover it all in this blog.

What you need to know about calcium

Calcium, no human can live without it! What exactly is calcium and what is it good for? And why do you need calcium after a stomach reduction? In this blog you will read everything you need to know about calcium.

Getting fit before your surgery? These 6 tips will help you

Yet you don’t have to wait until after the surgery – you can start now with healthy habits. Because the more fit you are before the surgery, the better. Read our tips!

Healthy tuna snack

Fresh, healthy and tastes just as good as toast. This tuna snack is excellent for a party and is also recommended as an afternoon pick-me-up.

Super fast forest fruit smoothie

This super fast forest fruit smoothie with banana can be made in just 3 steps. Useful if you have little time, but are looking for a healthy breakfast or snack.

Fresh orange carpaccio recipe

This dish is deliciously fresh and packed with important vitamins. The preparation is simple, so you can put this dish on the table in no time. And the cheerful colors? They provide an instant summer feeling.

Hair loss after weight loss surgery? This is what causes it and this is what you do about it

About 57% of people with gastric surgery suffer from it. What causes hair loss? And more importantly, can you prevent it?

Making Festive Egg Muffins

It’s a shame to eat them only during the holidays. Egg muffins are healthy and super easy to make. You can also have them for breakfast or lunch at the weekend!

Recipe: Versatile salad with pear

Packed with vegetables, juicy fruit and crunchy nuts. With a touch of pecorino for a slightly tangy, salty flavor. Perfect for lunch or as a light dinner.

Easy overnight oats recipe

A simple and nutritious breakfast (to go). You prepare overnight oats the night before. In the morning you just have to take it out of the fridge.

How to prepare yourself for a weight loss surgery

You are about to enter an exciting time in which you will be confronted with many new things. So it’s good to know what to expect. In this blog we give you some clever tips to help you get prepared.

Sweet and healthy banana cake recipe

Creamy, full of flavor and simply irresistible. Are you entertaining guests or do you want to treat yourself to something sweet on the weekend? This banana cake is a winner.

23 important vitamins and minerals you can’t do without

Discover their powerful effect and in which natural sources you can find them. Also discover what can happen when you get too few vitamins and minerals.

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