Fiber is an essential nutrient and should be consumed on a daily basis as many American diets are lacking in fiber. After bariatric surgery many high fiber foods are difficult to tolerate, thus placing the individual at a greater risk of inadequate fiber intake. Due to lack of fiber, problems with regular bowel movements may develop.

Grocery stores started putting out Halloween treats that can put anyone into a sugar stupor. While Halloween costumes can be scary, treats do not need to be. Healthier choices do exist and you may be surprised that there is a list of alternative choices that will get your little goblins and ghosts just as excited as the typical options which are laden with sugar and fat.