Save The Date-ObesityHelp Annual Conference Coming to Los Angeles CA

February 19, 2014 · 0 comments

For Immediate Release: Irvine, California (February 18, 2014) - ObesityHelp is proud to announce our 11th ObesityHelp Annual National Conference will be held on August 15-16, 2014 in Los Angeles, California at the Manhattan Beach Marriott.  Our national conferences provide opportunities for education, the exchange of information and lots of

Save the Date: ObesityHelp Conference 2014

February 18, 2014 · 0 comments

The announcement you've all been waiting for ... The annual ObesityHelp Conference 2014 will be held in Los Angeles, CA on August 15-16, 2014. When you sign-up for updates, you get advance access to Conference updates, including Early Bird pricing and giveaways! Stay tuned for more updates soon:  http://events.obesityhelp.com What others have

Crossing The Border For Weight Loss Surgery

February 17, 2014 · 0 comments

My Journey to Mexico for Bariatric Surgery by Charles Sutker OH Username: Chasman I remember that helpless feeling as my physician sat across from me telling me that I was standing at the edge of a cliff. "Now is the time, to lose weight or face a lifetime of  battles

Healthy Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day

February 11, 2014 · 0 comments

Valentine's Day is more than just chocolates and flowers, it should be a day to celebrate your relationship by spending time together.  Here are some healthy date ideas for Valentine's Day, dinner optional. Also, these date ideas can with any type of Valentine: significant other, best friend, or make it

ASC and ASMBS Release New Standards for Bariatric Surgery Centers

February 6, 2014 · 0 comments

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) and American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) released standards for the Metabolic Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). The Resources for Optimal Care of the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Patient 2014 document provides standards and pathways for accreditation of metabolic and bariatric surgery centers.

Lymphedema Advocacy Update

February 5, 2014 · 0 comments

As a weight loss surgery patient with Lymphedema and Lipedema, I believe it is important to share my Lymphedema advocacy efforts with the ObesityHelp community. Recently, there has been some exciting progress made and I wanted to share the great news with you and ask for your continued support. You

American Heart Month: Heartbreaking Habits

February 4, 2014 · 0 comments

Seven Lifestyle Changes That Can Save Women from Heart Disease NEW YORK, NY (February 3, 2014) -- Nearly half a million women die every year of heart disease and stroke, yet women continue to lag behind in their understanding of this disease and how it affects them. In fact, in

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A Guide To Reaching Your Goals

February 2, 2014 · 0 comments

Now that we're into this year, are you making headway on the goals you've set?  Keeping motivated and obtaining support for your goals can be difficult to sustain long-term. Reaching Your Goals Support Style! Our community is filled with people who have thoughts and dreams about what they would like

No One-Size-Fits-All Solution For Weight Loss

January 28, 2014 · 0 comments

 Weighing Your Options There is no one-size-fits-all solution for weight loss. Some of us need to lose weight for health reasons, while others want to drop a size for, say, an upcoming reunion. Plus, weight can be affected by genes, metabolism, behavior, culture, environment and socioeconomic status, which differ greatly