Whether you’ve finished an intense workout or just needing a quick high protein breakfast, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake hits the spot. A good rule of thumb for exercise recovery is to make sure you put back protein and carbohydrates within 15 to 30 minutes of the end of the
The surgical weight loss journey is not an easy path to navigate. I imagine it to be similar to winning a million dollar lottery after spending a great part of your life blowing money fast and living from paycheck to pay-day-lender to your next paycheck. The amount of adjusting that
Celebrating Billmacc7's Before & After RNY Journey! I have always struggled with my weight. I was overweight all through my childhood. I was able to get it somewhat under control while I served in the United States Army. Unfortunately, it was short lived as I actually had to leave the Army
I had weight loss surgery in February of 2008. I've learned a lot about myself over these past years and it amazes me that I continue to learn lessons, struggle, and revel in small successes. One thing I have learned about myself since having WLS is that I am goal
Meet the Friday ObesityHelp Conference Speakers! We are excited to announce Friday’s agenda and speakers! Make sure you join us in Anaheim, CA, September 30th & October 1st for two jam-packed days of education, support and celebration! Check out the #OH2016 agenda and make sure to buy your Early Bird
Before you ate a slice of pizza, if you knew how many minutes you would have to walk or run to burn it off, would it make you think twice before eating it? Would you not eat it at all? British researchers and medical professionals think that information is important
Being overweight or morbidly obese has its limitations. One of them is going to an amusement park and be able to fit on the rides comfortably. Many of members of the bariatric community often share their experiences of going to an amusement park with their friends or families, stand in
Celebrating Stacey's Journey Before & After RNY! The first time I realized that I was “fat” was at age 7 when I was in 2nd grade. I remember weighing myself on the bathroom scale at home and it said I weighed 72 pounds. I had no concept of weight or
Have you ever lost weight but were still dissatisfied with how your body looked? Yes? You can relax because you’re in good company. One of the most common adjustment issues for people who have lost weight is having a negative self-image. People who struggle with this problem typically have a
One piece of advice that well-intentioned bariatric surgeons and dietitians usually give to their patients is to NEVER drink through a straw after WLS. The reasoning provided for this counsel is usually along the lines that a patient who drinks through a straw will swallow too much air in the
