Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? For some of us, March could easily be called National Get Back On Track Month so it makes sense that this month would be picked to especially focus on nutrition education and information. Sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,
What does having bariatric surgery say about you? And what will others think? In her continuing series, "What's your story?" Bariatric Foodie author Nikki Massie sheds light on these tough questions. In my last blog post, I went explained my belief that we each have a story to tell about
Did Your Favorite American Idol Make The Cut? Did you watch American Idol Thursday night? I have to say, I found the reveals to be less than stellar television material. What the heck were they thinking? Here is my take on the American Idol top ten reveal... In case you
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,
