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GLP-1 Microdosing: Does It Work, and Is It Actually Safer?
Does GLP-1 microdosing work, and is it safer? Dr. Curry reviews the evidence, lower-dose prescribing, side effects, and weight-loss maintenance.
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Holiday Eating After Bariatric Surgery: How to Plan Ahead and Feel in Control
Plan holiday eating after bariatric surgery with Devon Price, RD, LD: manage food pressure, protect your routine, and enjoy celebrations with confidence.
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High-Protein Meal Planning After Bariatric Surgery: Two Simple Formulas
Meeting your protein goals after bariatric surgery can feel challenging, especially with smaller post-op portions. In this guide, JourneyLite dietitian Devon Price, RD, LD,…
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The Science Behind Sleep and Cravings: Why a Good Night’s Rest Matters for Weight Loss
Sleep is not a luxury or a test of willpower—it is part of your weight-management plan. A short or restless night can make hunger…
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BCBS Michigan Now Covers SADI-S Weight Loss Surgery for Qualifying Patients
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan now recognizes SADI-S as an established bariatric procedure for certain patients with a BMI between 40 and 60.…
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Lean protein starts with smart choices at the grocery store!
One easy trick? Look for the word “loin.” Cuts like pork loin and sirloin are typically leaner than fattier options. Other great lean protein…
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JourneyLite Surgery Center Re-Designated a Blue Distinction Plus Center for Bariatric Surgery
JourneyLite Surgery Center has again earned Blue Distinction Center+ recognition for bariatric surgery, continuing a distinction first achieved in 2010. Dr. Trace Curry explains…
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Hunger Hormones After Sleeve vs. Gastric Bypass: What’s the Difference?
Learn how hunger hormones such as ghrelin, GLP-1, and PYY change after gastric sleeve versus gastric bypass. Devon Price, RD/LD, explains how each procedure…
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How Is the Allurion Gastric Balloon Placed Without Endoscopy?
How Is the Allurion Gastric Balloon Placed Without Endoscopy? By Trace Curry, MD, FASMBS | Founder and Medical Director, JourneyLite Physicians & JourneyLite Surgery…
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Weight Regain After Stopping Wegovy or Zepbound: What the Latest Studies Show
How fast does weight return after stopping Wegovy or Zepbound? Dr. Curry reviews the latest studies, two-year surgery comparisons, and maintenance options.
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Devon Price, RD, LD
Devon Price, RD, LD, is a registered and licensed dietitian with JourneyLite Physicians specializing in bariatric nutrition, medical weight management, protein-first meal planning, vitamin and hydration guidance, postoperative diet progression, and sustainable lifestyle change.
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Trace Curry, MD, FASMBS
Trace Curry, MD, FASMBS, is a board-certified general surgeon, founder of JourneyLite Physicians, and Medical Director of JourneyLite Surgery Center. He has more than two decades of experience in bariatric and metabolic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, gastric balloon therapy, revisional procedures, and comprehensive medical weight management.
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