Is Childhood Obesity A Concern?
You may have heard about a young boy in Indonesia who weighed 423 pounds and needed to lose weight to save his life. His previous lifestyle at 10 years old included 2 full plates of food 5 times a day. …
New Type of Weight Loss “Surgery”
There is a new weight loss surgery available and it involves a no cutting like the typical weight loss surgery options. This procedure involves sewing the stomach in a zigzag pattern and pulling the stitches together to make the stomach smaller. This…
Pizza. Yes, Pizza.
Hey there my bariatric family, I can't believe it has been three years since my gastric bypass surgery. I am a changed woman, both inside and outside. As many of you, it also means giving up some of the foods…
How Do I Maintain My Weight Loss
Oh my sweet bariatric patients. In order to maintain your weight or continue to lose, you must remember that surgery is only 50%, the other 50% is on you. It is your mindset that must change to make a better lifestyle forever. Changing…
I had the surgey and I HATE IT!!!
I've heard this over and over from many bariatric patients. Don't get the surgery because it was the worst decision I've ever made in my life. However, when I ask why they feel this way it is because they can't eat anything they want. Also, individuals…
How I Took Charge of My Health Destiny
You are a Type 1 diabetic, obese and you have hypertension. Those were the words of my physician and words that I already knew were real and true. I have been obese and a type 1 diabetic for 20 years and…
Bari Salad Jars
All of the below recipes are placed in the jar as follows: Put the dressing, chicken, if any, tomatoes, eggs, cheese, cucumbers (if any) bacon (if any), and lettuce. BLT Jar Salad 1 cup of Lettuce - Romaine and/or Iceberg…
How Do I Pay for Weight Loss Surgery
The cost of weight loss surgery can be between $15,000 and $35,000. There are pre and post surgery costs to consider as well so a health care savings account or having insurance that includes bariatric procedures are definitely the first…
The Power of Soreness
Yes, I know it sucks to be sore, but the power of you pushing through should give you some type of release. You've made it this far. Consider your soreness a form of triumph. Take in the moment because this…