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What Is Metabolic Wellness? Why Bariatric Surgery Is the Most Powerful Tool for Achieving It

Posted on Monday July 27, 2026 | Bariatric Surgery, Weight Loss, Wellness

A patient called The Bariatric Experts™ recently. She wanted to schedule a “metabolic reset” before she considered bariatric surgery. She had heard the phrase from friends and online communities, and it resonated with her. She felt her body wasn’t just carrying extra weight. Something deeper felt off in how her metabolism worked. She isn’t alone. […]

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FDA Removes Black Box Warning on Menopause HRT: What This Means for Women

Posted on Wednesday December 10, 2025 | Uncategorized, Weight Loss Medication, Wellness

For years, many women were discouraged from using hormone replacement therapy (HRT) because of the FDA’s “black box” warning—the strongest caution placed on a prescription medication. That warning stemmed from early-2000s research that suggested an increased risk of breast cancer and cardiovascular problems in women taking certain types of hormone therapy. This month, after a […]

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Know Which Vitamins and Supplements You Need After Your Bariatric Surgery

Posted on Tuesday February 1, 2022 | Post Weight Loss Surgery, Wellness

If you’re preparing for your bariatric surgery, it is imperative that you understand how to take care of your body nutritionally after your procedure. Your new diet won’t look like your previous diet. Dr. Scott Stowers and our team at The Bariatric Experts, in Frisco, or Abilene, Texas, provide guidance on supplementing your body with the right […]

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My Diet Is Not Working

Posted on Tuesday November 2, 2021 | Obesity, Uncategorized, Weight Loss, Wellness

Dieting is popular. About one-third of the population is on a diet at any given time. It can be especially frustrating to try so hard, only to lose a little bit of weight and then gain it back and maybe even more. If you’re one of the many who isn’t having success with your diet, we can […]

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Why Is Fiber Important for Weight Control?

Posted on Tuesday July 13, 2021 | Obesity, Weight Loss, Wellness

Losing as little as 5% of your body weight can make a big difference in your body, improving health problems and helping you feel better, too.At The Bariatric Experts in Frisco, and Abilene, Texas, Dr. Scott Stowers leads our expert team in weight loss and weight control. We offer comprehensive weight loss programs, focusing on educating you on the most […]

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