How does your state rate in the fight against obesity? Is it in the top ten least or most obese? Or somewhere in between? A new Gallup and Healthways report shows that for the third year in a row, West Virginia comes out on top as the state with the
Some of you may know me from my food blog, Bariatric Foodie, but I am a professional writer by trade. I think my profession has shaped how I see my weight loss surgery process in a lot of ways. One way is that I believe we each tell a story
Joan Rivers is at it again. It shouldn't be a surprise when the 79-year-old comedian makes fun of another celebrity…not at all. She has made a living doing as such for many years now. (And I do mean many!) But when it comes to fat jokes about a much loved
Fat Letter Controversy A North Andover couple got the surprise of a lifetime when they received a letter from the state of Massachusetts informing them that their son, 10-year-old Cameron Watson, was considered to be obese. Cameron, who weighs 94 pounds, is an athlete and plays in more than one
15 Reasons To Stop Drinking Soda The next time you go grocery shopping, you should consider skipping the soda aisle. These 15 facts should motivate you to just "walk on by"! 1. Soda will increase your cholesterol levels by up to 11% 2. Thanks to the sugar and acid
OH Member Michelle sent a few of her questions in to [email protected] and Doctor Simpson answered! I have several questions that I've so far been unable to get answers to, including in my first "pre-surgery" orientation session (which covered broader topics). Can you please help?-Michelle Michelle: Is it possible to
According to the Centers For Disease Control And Prevention, over one million people in the US suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Worldwide, the disease affects over 17 million individuals. It is not known for sure what brings on the debilitating and challenging disorder but the theories range from viral infections,
CoolSculpting® vs. Liposuction As a board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Christa Clark sees people every day that come to her and ask, “What can you do to make this go away?” Many times they are referring to the areas around the abdomen commonly called “love handles” or “muffin tops.”
Test Your Vitamin IQ! How much do you really know about the vitamins you take? Take the quiz! 1. True or False. Vitamin D does not help to lower your blood pressure. 2. True or False. Studies show that vitamin C can help to boost your IQ. 3. True or
Post Weight Loss Surgery Parenting The Ins And Outs of Being A Stay At Home Mom Being a stay-at-home mom after weight loss surgery has its pro’s and con’s. It takes a strong-willed person with a lot of determination to successfully adhere to a healthy lifestyle after weight loss surgery,
