Why I Decided to Have WLS I have been overweight most of my adult life, beginning at age 17 when I gave birth to my oldest daughter. I went on a diet approximately every three years up to age 50, when I essentially gave up (I am 61 now). I
Taking the journey of weight loss surgery (WLS) is a rewarding gift thousands of people choose to take. One of the most enjoyable aspects of my role as a Bariatric Registered Dietitian is hearing about success after surgery. I often have patients report post-surgery they have an overall increase in
Can you tell the difference between weight loss myths and facts? There are many myths when it comes to weight loss. In fact, you can see the same myth over and over again to the point that it seems a fact. From many years of experience in bariatrics, my patients
Have you ever felt overwhelmed looking for protein supplements after weight loss surgery at the store or online? You’re not alone! The protein supplement industry is huge. According to Euromonitor International, a trend monitoring organization, consumers spend 16 billion dollars per year on protein products. It’s nice to have options
Weight Regain Resolution: In the beginning of our weight loss surgery journey, our paranoia and need to follow the rules keep us on track. During the honeymoon period, we have defined goals that we are working towards, which contributes to our advanced weight loss. This weight loss ends and can reverse
Why I Decided to Have Bariatric Surgery I was overweight pretty much my entire life. I always played sports and was generally active as a kid, so it never got too out of hand. When I went away to college and lost all of that "built-in" activity, I started to develop
To support your healthy lifestyle, exercise needs to be part of your life not only to lose weight or maintain a weight loss but also to improve your health. Exercise is a mindset that celebrates what your body can do and not as a punishment for a food choice you made or
Many who have undergone WLS can attest to the fact that tasks involving food that were relatively simple prior to surgery may not be so simple afterward. This can also be the case for grocery shopping. It can be difficult to know what and how much to buy on each
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is an extremely common public health problem present in 2% to 4% of the general population. It has been linked to the development of hypertension and is a risk factor for the incidental development of stroke, coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, and atrial fibrillation (a
Why I Decided to Have WLS Let me tell you, the struggle is real. My entire life I have struggled with gaining, losing, and then regaining. I struggled throughout my entire school career where I was bullied about my size. I struggled as a parent. I struggled to even do
