Only five years ago, Bill Streetman, ObesityHelp member WHSNewLife, was 54 and weighed 404 pounds. His health was failing. Bill had high cholesterol and high blood pressure. As a result of his weight and body size, Bill could no longer do the things he loved such as hike, snow ski,
Whether you are pre-op, newly post-op, or a long term post-op bariatric surgery patient, attending an ObesityHelp Conference can be a very beneficial experience. Conferences provide the opportunity to interact with both patients and professionals, gathering valuable information and tips on how to integrate that new information into your real-life
The ReShape Integrated Dual Balloon System (also known as the ReShape Dual Balloon) is an exciting new development in the treatment of obesity. The ReShape Dual Balloon takes up space in the stomach to help patients limit portion sizes and feel full. Patients that are candidates for the ReShape Dual
"Having the VSG has been the best decision I have ever made for my health and my family." ~ Michelle Sierzega OH Member, Michelle Sierzega, had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) weight loss surgery procedure on January 26th, 2012, and lost 185 pounds. While the number of pounds Michelle has lost
All patients having weight loss surgery have special nutritional needs. It’s important to come to your weight loss surgery nutrition appointments prepared so you can learn about the lifestyle changes you need to make before you have weight loss surgery. It is equally important to come to your nutrition appointments AFTER your
As a country, we celebrate our independence on July 4th. As WLS'ers, we celebrate our independence from being unhealthy to healthy. We don't have to prepare a dish full of sugar and fat to commemorate a holiday. Instead, for Independence Day, make a platter with strawberries, watermelon, blueberries and sliced
Every day, we see ObesityHelp members reach amazing goals, embracing health and wellness, and celebrating non-scale victories. Today we're celebrating OH member, holiday1971, by sharing her weight loss surgery Before and After photos. Before and After Photos after Weight Loss Surgery Let's give a big round of applause and congratulations
Ready to get a great deal on your protein shakes? We’ve partnered with Premier Protein® to bring you a fun giveaway that gives you the chance to win your choice of a Costco or Sam’s Club Membership Card! The year-long membership card will give you savings on quality products –
Enjoy Chips and Salsa, Parmesan-Style! Chips and salsa are a favorite of many people. What's the issue about chips and salsa for anyone health-minded? The chips have lots of carbs with some fat which makes them not a great choice for weight loss. Where's the protein in them? There usually
Celebrating a Non-Scale Victory with Brian! Told by his doctor that he had two choices, "Lose weight or die", Brian made the decision to undergo gastric bypass surgery in 2009. He became a Triathlete and beat obesity, only to have another health battle cross his path. "I think that the most
