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Veterans Day Salute 2014

November 11, 2014 10:22 am Published by 0 comments

Thank you Veterans! The ObesityHelp community offers heartfelt gratitude to all the men and women who have served our country in every branch of military. “Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country's cause. Honor, also, to the citizen who cares for his brother in the


ObesityHelp Community Tips: Post-op Portion Sizes

October 27, 2014 5:24 pm Published by 0 comments

"Most of us are not very good at estimating how much food we are eating unless we are measuring in some way. Influences such as the color of a plate, the size of a plate and even whether a plate has a rim can alter how much food we perceive is on


10 Tips for a Healthy Halloween

October 23, 2014 9:26 pm Published by 0 comments

Have a Healthy Halloween! It is here! The candy holiday of Halloween. It seemed as though Halloween started shortly before Labor Day. The big bags of those cute little candy bars lined the aisles of stores in early September. It can be difficult to have a healthy Halloween! It is


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10 Questions to Ask Your Plastic Surgeon

October 21, 2014 9:48 pm Published by 0 comments

Undergoing plastic surgery can be life changing. Having a consultation with your plastic surgeon in which you ask all of your questions about your surgery is a crucial part of preparing for the procedure. Here are 10 questions to ask your plastic surgeon during your consultation. . . 10 Questions to


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ObesityHelp Halloween Survival Guide: Support

October 9, 2014 9:56 pm Published by 0 comments

Halloween Survival Guide October is in full force and that includes candy, cold-weather comfort foods, and baking! If you find that you're struggling with Halloween temptations, sugar cravings and emotional eating then make sure to check out our Halloween Survival Guide and keep the below articles handy! Halloween Survival Guide:


The Duodenal Switch – One Woman’s Journey

September 15, 2014 11:49 pm Published by 0 comments

Many of us who are bariatric patients have had a lifelong struggle with obesity.  I’m no different.  I had been morbidly obese for most of my life, and during a time when obesity was most often seen as a character flaw, or for a child, indictment of the parents for


Thank You OH2014 Speakers

September 8, 2014 4:27 pm Published by 0 comments

We would like to thank our amazing 2014 ObesityHelp National Conference  speakers. Your experiences and expertise were important contributions to help us educate, inspire and support the ObesityHelp community!  Conference Emcee: Diana Vogel, MS, MFT, Intern Diana conference highlights: Emceed the entire OH2014 Conference, with her one-of-a-kind personality and dedication to the bariatric


Thank You OH2014 Conference Sponsors & Exhibitors

September 4, 2014 6:21 pm Published by 0 comments

We would like to acknowledge the amazing sponsors and exhibitors of the 2014 ObesityHelp National Conference.  We appreciate their generous support and dedication to helping fight obesity. Platinum Sponsor: A Lighter Me A Lighter Me conference highlights: Sponsored the Red Carpet Photo Booth and the After Party. (Check out the pics!) Introduced a brand


Building Blocks Vitamins Conference Giveaway

September 3, 2014 2:39 pm Published by 0 comments

Congratulations to Stacy B. from Hemet, CA! Stacy's name was drawn at random from the list of 2014 ObesityHelp National Conference attendees, she won the Building Blocks Vitamins 90 Day Package. Stacy will be receiving: Building Blocks Vitamins Water Bottle 90 day supply of Iron in either Capsule or Chewable form


Cupcake Wars – School Bans Sweet Treats

September 1, 2014 3:29 pm Published by 0 comments

Across the country parents and kids are preparing for the start of the new school year. Kids return to school with new clothes and new school supplies, but for some schools an old favorite won't be allowed back in the classroom this year. In one school, cupcakes and other sweet