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Exercise Tips For Your Body And Soul

March 27, 2013 · 0 comments

by Tammy J. Colter Getting Back On Track! Exercising helps to improve our physical and mental health.  It helps to ease our stress and anxiety, boosts our energy levels, improves symptoms of depression, and relieves us of numerous health problems.  So why do we sometimes let ourselves get off track?

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Puppy Dog Adventures: Episode 5

March 27, 2013 · 0 comments

Check out the cute video that Dr. Milton Owens shared with us! After weight-loss surgery, it's important to stick to a healthy meal plan, and routine. Eating what's healthiest for your body is one of the most important steps in reaching your weight-loss goals. Video Transcript So I am sticking

VSG Q & A’S: The Swollen Sleeve

March 26, 2013 · 0 comments

Dr. Guillermo Alvarez of Endobariatric answers a question on the minds of many who are considering or have had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG): Why does the sleeve get swollen? Transcript of VSG Q & A'S: The Swollen Sleeve Hello and welcome to the question of the week.  I am Dr.

What Is Your Protein IQ? Take The Quiz!

March 25, 2013 · 0 comments

  Next to water, protein is the second most abundant substance in our body.  Without proteins, our bodies cannot thrive. How much do you know about protein?  Take the quiz!   True or False:  A 100 gram serving of anchovies has more protein than a 100 gram serving of salmon.

Eight Health Benefits Of The Sun

March 23, 2013 · 0 comments

We hear about the dangers of too much sun exposure all the time. It's bad for the eyes and bad for the skin. You can experience sunstroke, sun poisoning, and sunburns.  But what about the health benefits of sensible sun exposure? Spending just 10-15 minutes in the sun a day

Recipes For Success: Salads That Satisfy!

March 22, 2013 · 0 comments

Fresh food chef Suzanne Landry's family history of health challenges sparked her passion for cooking over 30 years ago.  Her family changed their diet from a S.A.D (Standard American Diet) to a more natural diet and their health greatly improved.  She shares her favorite recipes in her new cookbook “The

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20 Reasons Why I Love Spring

March 21, 2013 · 0 comments

by Tammy J. Colter “Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!””-Robin Williams It's official!  Spring has sprung. There is something about each season that I have grown to love.  For me, the rejuvenation of nature reminds me of my need to adhere to the necessary changes in my mind,

I Graduated From Obesity!

March 20, 2013 · 0 comments

For long-term post-ops there is a strange dynamic. You’re not quite the same as newer post-ops, not quite the same as a person who never had surgery. How does that affect your story and your long term success? In her most personal blog yet, Bariatric Foodie author Nikki Massie shares

VSG Q & A’S: Will It Hurt?

March 20, 2013 · 0 comments

Will It Hurt? Dr. Guillermo Alvarez of Endobariatric answers a question on the minds of many who are considering weight loss surgery.  Most specifically in this case, the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG). Transcript of VSG Q & A'S:  Will It Hurt? Hello everyone.  I am Dr. Alvarez and this is

Thank You Obesity Advocates!

March 19, 2013 · 0 comments

We would like to say thank you to the Bariatric and Plastic Surgery Professionals who are currently sponsoring our ObesityHelp community and advocacy outreach missions. Each month, we will feature a few of our sponsors. Please join us in thanking the following professionals for their commitment to supporting the fight