Wellness tools

Whether you prefer to watch a video, read a handout, visit a website, listen to a podcast, or find a workshop, we’ve got something to guide you on your health journey. Find resources on some of our most popular health topics here.

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Handout

Options Workshop Guide

The Options Workshop Guide is your guide to metabolic and bariatric surgery preparation and long-term support at Kaiser Permanente.
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Audio/Podcast

Member Stories

Hear about the experiences of Kaiser Permanente members who have had metabolic and bariatric surgery.
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Website

Options Support Group

Join any of our support groups across Southern California.
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Handout

Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: Overview and Research Summary

Overview of metabolic and bariatric surgery and research findings, including information on expected weight loss and health condition improvement.
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Wallet Card

Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Wallet Card

For a quick reference to remind yourself and any health care professional you see about what you can and cannot have after bariatric surgery.
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Handout

Pregnancy and Birth Control with Bariatric Surgery

It’s important to use an effective form of birth control to avoid getting pregnant before metabolic and bariatric surgery and for at least 18 to 24 months after.
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Website

Life Care Planning

It’s important to think about choosing someone to represent your health care wishes in case there is a time in the future when you can’t speak for yourself.
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Website

Center for Healthy Living Programs

If you thrive in a group along with others working on similar goals, the Center for Healthy Living offers Kaiser Permanente members a variety of workshops online or in person (check with your local area for availability) to support you.
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Handout

Post-Surgery Quick Reference Guide

Quick reference guide for the first few days before and after surgery.
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Wallet Card

Quick Tips for Dining Out Wallet Card

Quick reference for dining out after surgery.
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Handout

Bariatric Surgery and Cross Addiction

Learn more about the risk of cross addiction and bariatric surgery.
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Recipe

Healthy Recipes for After Surgery

Explore recipes designed to support you at each stage of your recovery from metabolic and bariatric surgery.
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Video

Exercise Videos

Explore the gallery of short exercise videos designed with your needs in mind.
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Handout

Daily Lifestyle Log

This tracking log is designed to help you plan and monitor your healthy lifestyle changes.
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Website

Alcohol, Drug Use, and Your Health

Alcohol is not recommended after surgery. It’s important to get help if you’re struggling with any substance abuse before or after surgery.
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Website

Mental Health and Wellness at Kaiser Permanente

Explore more resources offered by Kaiser Permanente to help support your mental health and wellness.
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Website

Mental Health and Emotional Wellness Apps

Explore a collection of mental health and emotional wellness apps (available to Kaiser Permanente members).
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Audio/Podcast

Audio Meditations

Explore a collection of audio meditations that can help you access your body’s natural tendency to repair and heal.
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Handout

Weekly Physical Activity Planning

Use this tool to help you plan your weekly physical activity routines.
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Website

Wellness Coaching by Phone

Work with your own personal wellness coach on the phone to set goals for healthy, lasting change.
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Website

Other Weight Management Programs

Explore other weight management programs available at Kaiser Permanente.
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Handout

Post-Surgery Meal Plan

Guide for nutrition after surgery, including stage-specific guidance and quick references for caution foods, protein supplements, and vitamin and mineral supplements.
Vitamin and mineral supplements

Handout

Post-Surgery Vitamin and Mineral Supplement Guide

Surgery changes the way the body absorbs vitamins and minerals. Use this guide as a quick reference on important vitamin and mineral supplements.
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