Before & After VSG with Sharon: Why I decided to have WLS What is my story? I had an average childhood. I was athletic and played two to three sports at one time. I was of average height and weight, but I did weigh more than my close circle of
Is fiber for weight loss and good health really true? YES! Let's find out how and why. The Ways Fiber Is Good For Us Fiber should be on everyone’s daily to-do list! Fiber for weight loss supports weight loss/maintenance, gut flora, and a healthy body. In general terms, it works by
Before & After VSG with Karen Mack: Why I decided to have WLS When I decided to have surgery, I was 41 years old, and wow, did I feel old. I was tired all the time, I had no energy even to spend time with my husband or teenage kids,
As an example of how to be kind to yourself - Kelly (not her real name) walked into my office with tears in her eyes. “I need to be tougher,” she said, “I hate myself for being so weak. I keep letting my siblings take advantage of me. I’m doing
All-Or-Nothing Thinking: You’ve decided to take a trip. Not just any trip, but a long getaway to an oasis of your choosing. Destination in mind, you resolve to prepare for the long journey ahead. After all, this destination is so spectacular that any amount of effort you’ll need to exert
Medically Supervised Weight Loss Programs Retail weight loss stores have increased in popularity over the years with many new programs proclaiming they have THE solution to weight loss. In social media, there are countless companies and influencers making similar claims. We are constantly being sold the solution to weight problems
Keeping a positive, never quit mindset can totally change your outlook on the world and on getting back on track after bariatric surgery. When you are clear-headed, focused, and approaching the day with an open mind it becomes much easier to triumph over obstacles, whether they are large or small.
Why I Decided to Have WLS: Before & After VSG with Scott Before & After VSG with Scott: As a young child, I never had an issue with weight. When I hit puberty in middle school, I started gaining and gaining almost overnight. By the time I was a senior in
Before & After RNY with Jackie S. Before & After RNY with Jackie S. - Why I Decided to Have WLS It’s July 2015 and I’m sitting in my orthopedic doctor's office fingers crossed hoping I can get a date for the first of my two knee replacements, after a
Weight Loss Medications and WLS The growing epidemic of obesity in the United States has grown to over 40% of our adult population. For patients with moderate to severe obesity (body mass index greater than 35), bariatric or weight loss surgery remains the most effective means to lose weight. Despite the
