You didn’t get bariatric surgery to keep living the same life. You got it to heal your body, reset your health, and take back control from the habits that held you hostage.

So why are you still eating fast food like Taco Bell, thinking “it’s just protein”?
Newsflash: Their beef and chicken are literally sweetened.

That’s right — sugar in your tacos = sabotage in disguise.

What’s Hiding in Your “Healthy” Taco Bowl?
Head over to Taco Bell’s website, scroll to the bottom, and click “Nutrition.” Then take a close look at their ingredients list.

You’ll find Maltodextrin — a hidden sweetener that ranks higher than table sugar on the glycemic index. It spikes blood sugar fast, promotes fat storage, and increases cravings. It’s in the beef, the chicken, the sauces, even the beans.

So when you’re four months post-op showing off your “high-protein Taco Bell bowl,” you’re not getting ahead — you’re being played.

Why Fast Food Still Has Power Over You (Even After Surgery)
Bariatric surgery is a medical tool, not a magic fix. And if we’re being honest, many of us didn't just struggle with food — we struggled with convenience, impulse, and avoidance.

Fast food was never built for people focused on healing. It’s built for speed, for low cost, and for repeat business. Big corporations win when we choose not to cook, not to read labels, not to question what’s in our food.

If you’re choosing fast food post-op, you might still be choosing to avoid the inconvenience of self-care. That choice might’ve played a big part in needing surgery in the first place.

This isn’t about guilt. It’s about getting real.

You Deserve Better Than Fast Food “Protein”
If any of this hits home — even a little — you’re not alone. You’re also not stuck.

There is a better way to eat after bariatric surgery. And yes, it includes flavor, convenience, and fullness — but without the sabotage.

🌿 Inside the Bariatric Rewrite Private Group, we drop Whole Food recipes every single day.
✈️ Travel-friendly.
🥗 Protein-packed.
🔥 Still spicy — never sneaky.

Want support and expert coaching on eating after gastric sleeve or bypass surgery? Check out our bariatric programs and events. We offer free workshops, recipe demos, and tools that help you thrive — not just survive.

Let’s Talk Ingredients — and Why They Matter
If you’re ready to understand why ingredients like Maltodextrin are so harmful for post-op bodies, check out this trusted resource:
👉 ASMBS Bariatric Rewrite

And dig deeper with:

• Healthline: What Is Maltodextrin and Is It Bad for You?

• Obesity Action Coalition – Advocacy, education, and bariatric support

Are You Struggling with Food Addiction? Take the First Step Today!
If cravings, binge eating, or emotional eating are holding you back, you’re not alone. Food addiction can impact long-term weight loss, especially after bariatric surgery (gastric sleeve, bypass surgery).

At The Rewrite Lifestyle Center, we help you break free from stress eating and build a sustainable, healthy relationship with food.

✅ Discover if you're facing food addiction and get expert guidance on bariatric nutrition, meal plans, and support from Shenelle Coplien and the Bariatric Rewrite team. Your journey to lasting weight loss starts here!

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