The Obesity Epidemic: It is well known that obesity has been on the rise over the last 50 years. Some of the latest research estimates that over 60% of adults and 30% of children in the United States are now obese or at risk of becoming obese. Consequently, there has
Ugh! The guilt and shame that after compulsive eating episodes can be downright debilitating. You promised yourself you wouldn’t engage in that seemingly out-of-control behavior ever again. But you did. And then the equally upsetting berating of yourself occurs. You say (or think) horribly abusive things to yourself, calling yourself
These tasty cheese egg muffins are full of crispy bacon, tender zucchini, and cheese. They are the perfect make-ahead and on-the-go breakfast with over 14 grams of protein! Egg muffins can be made with virtually any combination of veggies, cheese, and protein - you can make it work for any
Food can be very beneficial to your health, like medicine! Going into the flu season, or really any time of the year, it is important to keep yourself healthy and strong. Certain foods contain antioxidants, antiviral/antibacterial properties, fiber, anti-inflammatory properties, and great sources of vitamins and minerals. Because of the
Why I decided to have WLS Food and I have had a love/hate relationship my whole life…UNTIL I said ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! My struggle with food started at a very young age. My early memories of being called “chunky and the little round girl” every day as terms of endearment
10 Questions to Ask Your Bariatric Surgeon: Congratulations on taking the first steps towards becoming a healthier you! It takes a lot of courage and strength to begin your weight loss journey and you should be proud that you have now scheduled an appointment with a bariatric surgeon. Like most
With important micronutrients like vitamin D, folate, iron and zinc, Granola has always been known to have many health benefits. But who knew it was so easy and fun to make homemade granola? We think you are going to love this Premier Protein® Cinnamon Vanilla Granola Cluster recipe! With just
Bariatric Surgery provides patients with more than losing weight, it can also help improve their health and their lives. People that are morbidly obese often have health concerns or are at increased risk of developing health conditions or diseases because of their excess weight and their current dietary regimen. The
Enjoy this delicious Mediterranean Salmon Cakes recipe who's ingredients may already be sitting in your pantry. As a kid I remember eating fish mainly during Lent, usually in the form of fish sticks, fried shrimp or fillet of sole. I always looked forward to it but it wasn’t a regular
When thinking about Obesity, one of the main thoughts people may have is “do I have a hormonal problem causing weight gain.” This is a serious and legitimate question with an answer that is very complex. The goal of this article is to take some of the complexity out of
