Life After Bariatric Surgery: Nutrition That Actually Works| Nuestro Nutrition LLC | Rio Grande Valley, Texas

Written By Isaac Anzaldua

So, you’ve had bariatric surgery—or maybe you’re thinking about it.
You’ve made a major decision for your health, and first of all:
👏 We’re proud of you.

Whether you had a sleeve, bypass, or are preparing for surgery soon, your journey doesn’t stop in the operating room. It really begins with how you fuel your body moving forward.

That’s where bariatric nutrition comes in. And no—you don’t have to figure it out alone.
At Nuestro Nutrition LLC, we specialize in walking this journey with you—with real talk, no shame, and no cookie-cutter plans.

🥣 Why Nutrition After Surgery Matters

Bariatric surgery changes how your body digests and absorbs nutrients. That means:

  • You eat less (but need to eat smarter)

  • You absorb less (especially protein, B12, iron, calcium)

  • Your hunger signals change (and sometimes your emotions with it)

Eating right after surgery helps you:
✅ Lose weight in a healthy, steady way
✅ Avoid complications like fatigue, hair loss, or nutrient deficiencies
✅ Keep the weight off for good
✅ Feel full and fueled with every bite

💡 Common Struggles (That We Hear All the Time)

You’re not alone if you’ve ever said:

  • “I have no energy and I don’t know why.”

  • “Protein makes me nauseous now.”

  • “I’m not sure what I can and can’t eat anymore.”

  • “My weight loss stalled and I’m freaking out.”

That’s where a Registered Dietitian who understands bariatrics makes all the difference. At Nuestro Nutrition. We help you figure it out in real life.

📅 How We Help (and How Insurance Comes In)

✅ We’re 100% online – appointments happen from your phone or laptop
✅ We accept most major insurance plans in Texas – including Medicaid & Medicare
✅ We help with pre-op & post-op nutrition – from clear liquid phase to long-term success
✅ We make it personal – no generic advice, no judgment, no stress

👉 Most of our bariatric clients pay little to nothing out of pocket
👉 Some plans require a referral, and we’ll help with that too!

🧃 Sample Tips We Share with Our Bariatric Clients

  • Always eat protein first at every meal or snack

  • Use small utensils and plates to slow down and tune into fullness

  • Stay hydrated, but don’t drink with meals

  • Take your bariatric vitamins daily—seriously, every day

  • Plan your meals ahead of time, especially when life gets hectic

📍 Serving the Rio Grande Valley & All of Texas

Whether you’re in McAllen, Rio Grande City, Brownsville, or anywhere else in the 956 or across Texas, we’re here to help you feel confident in your post-surgery life.

You did the hard part—now let us help you make it sustainable. 💛

👇 Ready to Get Support?

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. We’ll help you:
✔️ Understand what your body needs
✔️ Build a plan that actually works
✔️ Use your insurance to make it affordable

📲 Book your appointment here:
https://nuestronutritionllc.practicebetter.io/#/5f0bdcd22a9c241210f90c46/bookings?r=65008937eb72069b7503c8d2&step=services

📞 Have questions? Call us at (956) 217-5113

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Isaac Anzaldua
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