Creating A Bariatric Monster
What do you eat Kiley and how are you still able to lose and keep the momentum going? It takes guts and focus to maintain. I am always telling myself that I wanted this so bad and now that I…
Its All About Portion Control Says Giada Laurentiis
Portion control, portion control, portion control. I have found that controlling my portions has made a great difference in continuing to lose weight. Using a appetizer side plate or a saucer sized plate can also assist you in controlling your…
Remember to Show Compassion for Those Who are Still Overweight
We have a tendency to forget how we felt when we were overweight. I forgot how it felt to not fit into my clothes. To have people look at you funny. To have people make fun of you To have people look at you…
I Know How Shonda Rhimes Feels
As a surgical weight loss patient and 20 year Type 1 diabetic, I am doing everything possible to control what I can of my health. It is quite interesting that people say to you how great you look and men and…
Slow Cooker Veggie Omelet
Ingredients 6 eggs 4 egg whites ½ cup unsweetened almond milk 1 cup spinach ½ cup sliced white onion 1 cup mixed bell peppers, sliced (or 1 whole bell pepper diced) 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. dried parsley salt…
Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan
Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan Ingredients 4 pounds of eggplant 1 tablespoon salt 3 large eggs 1/4 cup milk of choice 1 1/2 cup gluten free breadcrumbs 3 ounces Parmesan cheese or vegan Parmesan 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning. 4 cups marinara…
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…