Vitamin B12, or cyanocobalomin, serves an important function for the development of our red blood cells (which carry oxygen to our tissues) and the function of our nervous system. We obtain most of our Vitamin B12 from foods rich in protein, and the highest levels are found in mollusks, clams, liver, beef, and eggs. Also, [...]

Alopecia, or hair loss, can occur from any type of rapid weight loss. As your body loses weight, it “starves” for protein.  If you do not supply enough protein in your diet, your body will begin to “take” protein from natural storage sites – mostly, your hair, nails, and muscle.  Following Bariatric Surgery, patients tend [...]