For many of us, weight regain occurs after we've had weight loss surgery (WLS). Life happens and, sometimes as a result, we return to old habits. The return of old habits such as grazing, eating sugary carbs and processed foods, stopping or decreasing exercise, and others can result in weight
"The initial concept for the Full Sense device came in 2004. I came up with the idea as another way to help people who are struggling with their own obesity. Since then my partners, Drs. Foote, Kemmeter, Walburn, and I have been working hard to take the concept through initial prototypes
From being a bariatric dietitian for 15 years, I've learned that bariatric eating doesn't require reinventing the wheel. Many times, you can take a recipe and adjust the ingredients to make it bariatric friendly, like I did with the Veggie Pizza below. You'll find on Inside Karen's Kitchen there are many bariatric
"I love my new body. Okay, I don't really love it naked. When I'm walking toward a mirror clothed -- whether in work clothes, casual clothes, a dressy dress, or lingerie -- I am still thrilled by what I see. I see a well-proportioned body. I don't see a belly
In California, a trial is currently underway that could have a major impact on insurance coverage for plastic surgery following massive weight loss. The class action lawsuit, involving more than 10,000 plaintiffs, was filed against Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Inc., alleging that the insurance company violated California Statute - Health and
Announcing the ObesityHelp Conference Speakers: Friday Workshops We are excited to announce our 2015 ObesityHelp Conference speakers for the Friday Workshops. In addition to a great line up of speakers, this year we have added more fitness activities to the conference schedule. Make sure to stop by and learn more about them and their
Every day, we see ObesityHelp members reach amazing goals, embracing health and wellness, and celebrating non-scale victories. Today we're celebrating OH member, Scott Beckman, by sharing his weight loss surgery Before and After photos. A big high five and congrats, Scott! SCOTTBECKMAN’S BEFORE & AFTER Obesity Help Member: scottbeckman Weight Loss
Tiny packages with Big Benefits: The value of spicing up our food "Spices not only contribute significantly to the gastronomic pleasure of eating but they can also be powerful medicinals." As we think about our food we often consider the big players of carbohydrates, protein and fat, and the influence they
We work hard to lose weight and live a healthier life. We lose pounds, have excess skin removed yet despite the physical transformation and less weight to carry around, many still let pieces of emotional baggage weigh them down. No doubt, years of living affected by obesity rack up quite
Spinach Artichoke Dip Quick, popular, and healthy sums up this version of Spinach Artichoke Dip with sliced veggie dippers. This dip is made with creamy Brie and Parmesan which makes it a recipe that's hard to beat. Save your money and calories, and forget ordering the high-fat restaurant version, and
