Center for Weight Loss Surgery at Newton-Wellesley Hospital

11/05/2025

Yes, you can enjoy a treat this season — the key is mindfulness, not restriction. 🍬
✅ Choose small portions
✅ Eat slowly and savor
✅ Pair sweets with protein to avoid sugar crashes
✅ Keep water nearby to stay hydrated
You don’t need to be perfect — you just need to be present. 🌿

11/04/2025

Bariatric surgery helps you lose weight — and improve health — in two key ways:
1️⃣ Anatomical Change
Reduces stomach size → helps you feel full faster
Limits calorie intake
2️⃣ Hormonal & Metabolic Change
Decreases hunger hormones (like ghrelin)
Improves insulin sensitivity
Resets your body’s “set point” for weight
✨ The result: lasting weight loss, better energy, and improved control of conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.

11/03/2025

Healthy change doesn’t have to be all or nothing — it just has to start. 💪🏿💪🏾💪🏽💪🏼💪🏻 Healthy habits don’t begin in a perfect kitchen; they begin with one choice at a time. Small, consistent swaps lead to big, lasting change. At the Center for Weight Loss, we believe progress, not perfection, drives lasting success.

10/30/2025

True health is more than the number on the scale — it’s physical and mental. Set boundaries. Breathe deeply. Rest when you need to. Move and eat to nourish, not punish. Small daily habits add up to a stronger body and a calmer mind. 🧘🏽‍♀️

10/23/2025

Healthy eating after bariatric surgery isn’t about perfection — it’s about balance. 🌿
Fill your plate with colorful fruits and veggies, lean proteins, and whole grains.
Skip the sugary and processed foods when you can, stay hydrated, and enjoy meals mindfully.
Small, consistent choices lead to big, lasting change. 💪🏻💪🏼💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿

10/17/2025

Bariatric surgery remains the most effective treatment for long-term weight loss — but new evidence shows that adding GLP-1 medications can enhance results. 💉✨A Stanford Health Care study (2019–2023) found that combining surgery with GLP-1s offers a synergistic advantage, particularly around the perioperative period. At the Center for Weight Loss at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, we integrate GLP-1 therapy as part of a personalized, multimodal approach to obesity care.

10/15/2025

Bariatric surgery isn’t just about losing weight, it’s also about keeping you healthy. This includes improving, if not resolving, obesity-related comorbidities like type II diabetes. 🍽️ A quick post-meal walk can blunt the spike in blood sugar after eating. Timing matters—getting even light activity after meals offers measurable benefits.

10/14/2025

Here’s where bariatric surgery and your lifestyle habits intersect 👇
➡️ Surgery gives you an initial metabolic reset: improved insulin sensitivity, hormonal changes, and less metabolic stress.
➡️ But to keep that momentum going, you need to stack the habits: strength training, protein intake, movement, consistent nutrition.
Think of surgery as a metabolic accelerator — your habits are the fuel that keeps the engine running.

08/21/2025

✨ Bariatric surgery is a big step toward a healthier you — but managing stress along the way is just as important for your journey!
Here are 4 simple ways to keep your mind and body in balance:
🌿 Practice deep breathing to calm your nervous system
🤝 Stay connected with your support network
⏸️ Take breaks to reset your mind
🏃‍♀️ Exercise regularly to boost mood and energy
Remember: stress management plays a huge role in long-term weight loss success and overall wellness.

08/14/2025

You don’t have to change everything overnight—in fact, it’s better if you don’t.
Start with one or two small, achievable goals: an extra glass of water, a short walk after dinner, or adding protein to breakfast. These little wins build momentum.
When you try to overhaul your whole life at once, it can feel overwhelming, unsustainable, and like you’re just “white-knuckling” it. 🚫
Healthy habits should feel doable—because they’re meant to last a lifetime.
Small steps, big results. 💪

08/11/2025

Small steps = big changes. Which tip will you focus on today? 💧✨
1. Eat a balanced diet – Fill your plate with lean protein, fruits, veggies, and whole grains.
2. Be active – Aim to do formal activity 3 times a week
3. Manage stress – Try deep breathing, meditation, or hobbies you enjoy.
4. Get enough sleep – 7–9 hours keeps your mind and body strong.
5. Stay hydrated – Drink 64 fluid oz daily.

08/07/2025