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“Dear Diet” And 14 Other Memorable Quotes

May 17, 2013 · 0 comments

14 Inspirational, Memorable, and Motivating Diet and Weight Loss Quotes 1.  "Dear Diet, Things just aren't going to work between us. It's not me, it's you. You're tasteless, boring and I can't stand cheating on you. Let's break up."-Author Unknown 2.  "When friends tell you how awesome you look, drop

What Is Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy?

May 16, 2013 · 0 comments

Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy The Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) also known as the "Sleeve", is a procedure that restricts the amount of food that can be consumed by removing approximately 80% of the stomach. This procedure is relatively new as compared to other weight loss surgeries. Unlike the Gastric Banding procedure,

My Goal Is To Fit Comfortably In Any Seat I Choose

May 15, 2013 · 0 comments

 Featured Goal Of The Month: Fit Comfortably In Any Seat I Choose   Those Moments It's that moment when you walk into a restaurant with a group of friends who love you no matter what size you are and they ask the hostess for a nice booth. They have momentarily

Perfect Day Eating

May 13, 2013 · 0 comments

Many weight loss surgery patients are often frustrated and confused with what they should be eating. It is tough to eat under 1 cup of food and still fit in the necessary amounts of protein, fat, carbohydrates, fruits, and vegetables. What would the “perfect” day of eating for a patient

Celebrating ObesityHelp Advocates

May 13, 2013 · 0 comments

We would like to say thank you to the Bariatric and Plastic Surgery Professionals who are currently sponsoring our ObesityHelp community and advocacy outreach missions. Each month, we will feature a few of our sponsors. Please join us in thanking the following professionals for their commitment to supporting the fight

To Our OH Moms…

May 12, 2013 · 0 comments

The ObesityHelp Team would like to wish all you Moms out there a very Happy Mother's Day!   "My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education

Abraham Roberts: 6 Months Post DS -145 lbs Lost!

May 11, 2013 · 0 comments

Featured OH Blogger: Abraham Roberts OH Username: Ajrober2 Surgeon: Felix Spiegel, M.D. 6 Months Post DS - 145 lbs Lost! Hi Everyone! Well, it's been six months.  Time is going by pretty fast.  Seems like just yesterday I was laying across that iron board like table to get the DS.  LOL! 

You Know You Are A WLS Patient When…

May 10, 2013 · 0 comments

Years ago, (2004 to be exact!) OH Magazine published a list of funny and insightful quotes written by OH members who finished the following sentence: You Know You Are A WLS Patient When… Sometimes it’s just fun to be reminded of some of amazing realities of the WLS journey and

Take the Reins After Your Laparoscopic Surgery

May 9, 2013 · 0 comments

Take the Reins After Your Laparoscopic Surgery by Jason Hilford Sometimes you just need a little help. This holds true for obesity as much as it does for any medical or psychological issue. If you've exhausted everything within your own power to lose weight, you might consider a bariatric procedure

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Abercrombie & Fitch Refuses To Stock Larger Sizes For Women

May 8, 2013 · 0 comments

by Tammy J. Colter If you’re a woman and you wear a size XL or larger, you can forget about shopping at Abercrombie & Fitch (A&F). You are not welcomed there. The controversial, yet popular, American retailer has made it very clear that they don’t want larger women wearing their