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Bariatric Times Buyers Guide 2014 39 Bariatric Times • August 2014 Bariatric Advantage Multivitamins Bariatric Advantage focuses on quality and bioavailability, providing the right l evels and forms of nutrients to best meet your patients' needs. Our NEWEST two multivitamin formulas are science based and innovative. The New Advanced Multi EA Chewable formula was designed to enhance absorption, and The New Ultra Multi is our highest potency blend of key vitamins and minerals in a convenient 3 capsule a day formula. Bariatric Advantage Vitamins A and D Bariatric Advantage water-miscible ("dry") fat-soluble vitamins in small capsules a re easy to swallow and digest. We offer a 5,000 IU vitamin D3 and a 10,000 IU vitamin A for your patients who need this added nutritional support. We also offer a 10,000 vitamin D3 emulsion (liquid) for patients with higher vitamin D requirements, as well as our convenient and innovative Vitamin D Gels. Bariatric Advantage Chewable Probiotic Bariatric Advantage endorses emerging research that shows probiotics may be supportive for those who have had weight loss surgery. We offer a delicious strawberry-flavored product providing 2.4 billion CFUs (colony forming units) of probiotic activity from a scientific blend of 5 strains of Lactobacillus ( acidophilus, fermentum, reuteri, rhamnosus, and salivarius) as well as Bifidobacterium bifidum. Bariatric Advantage Chewy Bites Bariatric Advantage Calcium Citrate Chewy Bites come in two potencies— 250mg and 500mg of elemental calcium as calcium citrate. They also contain Vitamin D3 for aid in healthy absorption. Each chew is individually wrapped for convenience and portability, with flavors patients love including caramel. Bariatric Fusion, Inc. Iron Soft Chews Brand new from Bariatric Fusion, our Iron Soft Chews are a breakthrough in Iron supplementation for Bariatric patients. These Iron Soft Chews have 45mg of Elemental Iron for enhanced absorption. Try our delicious new chews today! Dry Vitamin D This water-miscible Dry Vitamin D contains 5000 IU of Vitamin D as Cholecalciferol (D3) in a small, quick dissolving, easy to swallow capsule. Sublingual B12 This great tasting sublingual formulation delivers 1000 mcg of B12 and 200 mcg of Folic Acid in each tablet. Our quick dissolving preparation will help prevent and correct B12 and Folate deficiencies after all weight loss procedures. Celebrate Vitamins Calcium Citrate plus vitamin D Calcium citrate is the preferred form of calcium for surgical weight loss patients and Celebrate Vitamins has the largest variety of calcium products of any bariatric supplement company. Celebrate offers 17 different items/flavors of calcium citrate which include tablets, chewables, soft chewables, and powder (to be mixed in liquid). Combination Products Patients are constantly looking for easier ways to take their vitamins and Celebrate has developed a way to simplify and combine products while not sacrificing critical vitamins and minerals either in quantity or form. Celebrate ENS products combine 3 or more essential items into a drink mix which allow patients to drink their supplements and increase compliance. Celebrate ENS (Multivitamin, Calcium Citrate and Fiber) and Celebrate ENS+Protein (Multivitamin, Calcium Citrate, Fiber, & Protein) are great alternatives to chewables or capsules especially in the early postoperative period. Iron+C All of the options of Iron available from Celebrate Vitamins also contain vitamin C to enhance absorption and are formulated so that they will not cause teeth staining. There are 3 great tasting chewable formulations available—18mg, 30mg, and 6 mg. There is also a 30mg swallowable tablet available. Multivitamins Celebrate provides multivitamin options that are specific to each surgery type ( gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric band, and duodenal switch). All products have been developed to provide the optimum level of supplementation at an affordable price while maintaining the highest level of bioavailability and quality. Soft Chews Variety is often the key to a patients supplement compliance and Celebrate's soft chew products make it easier than ever. Soft and delicious right out of the package, Celebrate offers both Multivitamin and Calcium Citrate soft chews that are all sugar-free. Nestlé HealthCare Nutrition, Inc. OPTISOURCE ™ Chewable Vitamin and Mineral Supplement OPTISOURCE ™ Chewable Vitamin & Mineral Supplement is formulated to help meet vitamin and mineral needs before and after bariatric surgery. Thorne Metabolic Nutrition D-25,000 D-25,000 is the highest dose in our Vitamin D family of products. It is a lactose f ree, preservative free Vitamin D3 formulation, that is free of excipients that can inhibit bioavailability. Accessories Sizewise Bari Chair Bari Chair is designed to accommodate a safe working load of 750 lbs. Ideal for rehabilitation, mobilization, and patient dependence. Air Transfer Devices HoverTech International HoverMatt ® Air Transfer System Air-assisted lateral transfer and repositioning system reduces force required to move a patient, reducing caregiver injury and increasing patient comfort and safety. HoverJack ® Air Patient Lift In the event of a patient fall, this air-assisted lift allows caregivers to safely lift the patient from floor to bed/stretcher height. Complete Systems Sizewise Shuttle B Series with Power Drive Option Ultimate transitional item, perfect for rehabilitation, examination and transportation; fully electric, table-to-chair position, 1,000 lb. capacity with power drive option. Sling Lifts HoverTech International HoverSling ® Transfer & Lift Device HoverMatt air-assisted transfer technology and a lift sling are combined into one disposable product, providing a seamless transition for lateral transfers and over- head lift transfers. PATIENT TRANSFER