Support: Thank You Family And Friends!

November 21, 2012 · 0 comments

THANK YOU FAMILY AND FRIENDS! We asked OH Members, “Which family member would you like to thank for supporting you in your WLS journey?” Here are just a few of the responses we received. I would like to thank my husband George for being my number one supporter in my

Thanksgiving In A Cup Recipe & More Holiday Recipes!

November 15, 2012 · 0 comments

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!  Here are three delicious recipes you might want to try at your holiday celebration.  Enjoy! Thanksgiving in a Cup Makes: about 16 8-oz cups Don't just think turkey, dressing, corn...think pumpkin pie and all the flavors that go with winter! The best part

Ask The Expert!

November 13, 2012 · 0 comments

Ask The Expert! Members like you asked, and OH’s network of professionals answered! If you have a question for an expert, send your questions to: [email protected]   How long should you wait after your weight stabilizes following WLS to look into plastic surgery?- Lisey Dear Lisey, This is a good

Making Cooking An Event: Recipe Party Time!

November 13, 2012 · 0 comments

Making Cooking An Event: Recipe Party Time! Host A Recipe Sharing Party! Cooking can be fun! Why not invite your family and friends to a recipe extravaganza? You can make it more than a potluck party; make it a fun way to share favorite recipes, to test culinary skills and

Fitness IQ: Take The Quiz!

November 7, 2012 · 0 comments

Fitness IQ:  Take The Quiz! How much do you really know about fitness? 1.  True or False: You will burn fat faster if you work out on an empty stomach. 2.  True or False: Getting more than six hours of sleep each night helps you lose weight. 3.  True or

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How To Plan A Weekly Menu

November 5, 2012 · 0 comments

How you can too, plan a great weekly menu. “Poor planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part.” How many times have I heard or read that somewhere? My husband is the king of last minute plans and subsequently deals with things in crisis mode. I

Test Your Health IQ!

October 31, 2012 · 0 comments

How much do you know about your Health? Take the Quiz! 1. True or False: Breast cancer is the leading cause of death for women of all ages. 2. True or False: It takes two minutes for blood to cycle through your body. 3. True or False: To maintain your

Nutritional Deficiencies in Restrictive Procedures

Nutritional Deficiencies in Restrictive Procedures

October 26, 2012 · 0 comments

Nutritional Deficiencies in Restrictive Procedures: WLS is well known as a cause for nutritional deficiencies, especially with malabsorptive procedures like the RNY, GB, and DS. With the increase in restrictive procedures, like the Gastric Sleeve and Lap-Band, the short-term risks are probably diminished, but without proper follow-up and supplementation, the patient

Finding True Love At An OH Event

October 23, 2012 · 0 comments

OH SUPPORT GROUP LEADER SPOTLIGHT Finding True Love At An OH Event There are many benefits that ObesityHelp extends to our support group leaders. In my many years of working for OH’s Support Group Leader Program, I didn’t know one of those benefits could be finding true love. I would

Fall Cooking With Curry

October 17, 2012 · 0 comments

Fall Cooking With Curry This time of year is so fantastic for squash, but it can get boring always mashing it or roasting it plain. If you are looking to add a little "kick" to your squash, this is the right recipe for you. It’s easy and the colors look