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Little Changes Add To Big Results

July 26, 2013 · 0 comments

Nine Lifestyle Changes For Weight Loss Success Little things add up. When it comes to losing weight, you can make small changes that add up to make a big difference. When we take on too much, it becomes too drastic and overwhelming so we give up. Don’t give up. Actually,

Bec McDorman Is Going To Pay It Forward!

July 26, 2013 · 0 comments

Bec has lost 100 pounds and is on her way to becoming a Registered Dietitian!   Before and After: Featuring Bec McDorman Username: notyourtypicalyogi Weight loss: 100 pounds Surgery: RNY Surgeon: Dr. David Oliak I made the decision to have weight loss surgery when I was 19, but it took

Dietitian Mary Wight Joins The ObesityHelp Conference

July 25, 2013 · 0 comments

Meet Dietitian Mary Wight Mary Wight, RD, is a registered dietitian working with patients in the field of weight management at Olde Del Mar Surgical and the XiMED Center for Surgical and Medical Weight Management. She completed her degree in Nutrition Science at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and

The Big E—How Essential is Exercise Post Surgery?

July 25, 2013 · 0 comments

Where’s the Time and Energy For It? by Dr. Milton Owens It is almost a cliché — or perhaps white noise to your ears–that exercise is a key component to losing weight. Many of my patients dread the “Big E.”  I have mixed feelings myself.  Yet, investigating the role it

Southcoast Center for Weight Loss Celebrates 3,500 Patient Milestone

July 25, 2013 · 0 comments

Congratulations Southcoast Team! Thank you for all you do to help support the OH community and your patients!-From the ObesityHelp Staff    Bariatric program far exceeds national quality standards  NEW BEDFORD, Mass. – Southcoast Center for Weight Loss announced today that it has reached a major milestone in the program’s

Photographing Your Weight Loss Surgery Journey

July 24, 2013 · 0 comments

About two years ago I opened a photography business. I always had a love and appreciation for photography. My grandfather’s past time was photography. He took a lot of black and white images and developed the film in a dark room in his house. I loved to be in there

Juicing After Having Bariatric Surgery

July 23, 2013 · 0 comments

by Michael Murphy, RD Juicing has been around for decades but seems to be growing more in popularity lately. It is not hard to find a new juice bar opening in your area. Every fruit and vegetable has its own unique nutrient profile that can help fight cancer, prevent heart

MasterChef Judge Undergoes Sleeve Gastrectomy

July 22, 2013 · 0 comments

by Tammy J. Colter MasterChef Judge Graham Elliott has a career that some would envy.  He gets paid to taste gourmet dishes created by aspiring chefs.  On an almost daily basis, he gives his palate quite the workout by experiencing a variety of heavenly foods; rich, creamy sauces, French truffles,

Why I Support Bariatric Surgery (Part 4)

July 22, 2013 · 0 comments

Editor’s Note: This article by Dr. Arya M. Sharma is part 4 of a 5 part series, “Why I Support Bariatric Surgery”.  Links to parts 1, 2, and 3 are located at the bottom of this page. Why I Support Bariatric Surgery (Part 4) In previous posts, I discussed the

Dr. Metz Weighs In: Obese Scouts Not Welcome

July 20, 2013 · 0 comments

According to the Boy Scouts of America, “The basic premise of Scouting for youth with disabilities and special needs is that they want most to participate like other youth—and Scouting gives them that opportunity.”  Not if a scout is obese. This week, in July 2013, scouts (and their leaders) with