When trying to live a healthier lifestyle the first thing most individuals going through the process think about is the number on the scale. It can be easy to define oneself by the number glaring back at them and feel one of two emotions; excitement that the direction of the
It’s never too late to strategize to achieve your goals. Whether you’re pre-op, many years post-op, or somewhere in the middle; these strategies for weight loss surgery success will help you as you begin your journey or as you are getting back on track to obtain a healthy post-op life.
According to Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary, satiety is defined as “a feeling or condition of being full after eating food. The quality or state of being fed or gratified to or beyond capacity.” What precisely causes satiety is not fully understood and is currently the focus of extensive research. For many Weight
Carbohydrates are one of the most popular topics in the area of nutrition. They have been glorified, vilified, and everything in between. So what are carbohydrates? Where do they come from? Are there different types? How do they help us? Are they something that needs to be eliminated or reduced
I had been heavy most my life and tried every diet, and finally found myself weighing 504 pounds. I had the co-morbid conditions of high blood pressure, was a diabetic, sleep apnea, and GERD. I couldn't walk more than 10 feet without huffing and had to sit down. I was slowly
This dish is so nourishing and the ingredients are fresh and healthy! This Avocado & Papaya Quinoa with Spicy Lime Sauce Recipe is in the Power Bowl recipes section of my blog because of its lean protein and healthy, complex carbs. Papaya is filled with a nutrient called papain, that
Life-Changing Weight Loss, Without Surgery - The Gastric Balloon If you have tried to lose weight in the past with little success, but are not ready or do not qualify for a more complicated gastric procedure, the Gastric Balloon may be a good solution. Gastric Balloons have been used as
Anxiety is common among those with weight and eating-related struggles. In many ways, anxiety can be productive. We feel anxious when we are thinking about something future-oriented and in some cases that can lead to actions that protect us from facing harm down the road. However, many people experience anxiety,
You’ll love this easy summer watermelon and tomato salad recipe that is a combination of cool crisp watermelon, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil and balsamic vinegar. This extraordinary and invigorating light summer watermelon salad makes leftover watermelon the ideal summer ingredient. Easy Watermelon and Tomato Salad Recipe Makes 10 (1/2-cup) servings
Overweight since age 5, Ashley Shaw always said as a child that her preferred superpower, if given the option, would be invisibility. Today, the 26-year-old nurse at West Chester Hospital now embraces the experiences she once avoided and got this from a Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy - A Powerful Tool for
