In recent years, studies have shown that nuts are truly healthy for you.  Nuts provide key proteins and nutrients, good fats, antioxidants, and aid in the reduction of cholesterol which all help you to live longer.  Nuts are especially great way…

Herbs and spices  have been used since the dawn of time.  Many herbs and spices were used for their medicinal value before they were used for flavor.  Today's science has shown that many of them carry great health benefits.  Here…

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After you have made the decision to have surgical weight loss, there are a number of things you should do in preparation of your surgery.  Making a list of those items would be helpful to you as well as comforting…

We would love to post your story on BariGirls.  Your story will inspire others to get on the healthy living track and it will help your friends and family understand why you had the surgery.  Please message us via the…

As I reflect upon the new year, I hope to continue my success with keeping the weight off and staying as healthy as possible.   Many people don't realize the daily work that is involved with keeping the weight off.  Most…

Have you ever heard the term friends with benefits?  Yes I am sure and wanted to play on the term, hence fruits with benefits.  Did you know there are certain fruits that are bountiful in the winter. Below are six fruits…

Are you are considering having a surgical weight loss procedure?  Some of the questions that Kiley and I pondered are listed below: Linda - Pros Cons Life Changing focus Its surgery and any surgery is a risk Major weight loss Re-educate yourself…

Hi! I’m Mikita. Busy mom of 3, social media maven, yoga instructor and a few other things I’m sure I’m forgetting!  About 5 years ago my life was changing.  Changing in all the ways I didn’t want it to.  My…

Bariatric surgery is not the scary monster that I envisioned, but a way to get on the road to a better me.  Many people around me told me to not have the surgery and just try to lose the weight…