What Is The Glycemic Index? The glycemic index is a numerical index that ranks carbohydrates based on their rate of glycemic response (i.e. their conversion to glucose within the human body). Glycemic index uses a scale of 0 to 100, with higher values given to foods that cause the most
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,
Vacations are wonderful. They are a time when we can be carefree, face none of the daily responsibilities of work or home, spend time with those you love and care about, and to make it your primary focus to have fun. Yeah vacations! When you pack for vacation you take
Staying hydrated is essential to maintaining good health but it’s not always easy to get our recommended daily intake of water in (8 glasses) and it can be especially challenging after you have had weight loss surgery. With summer just around the corner, the hottest days of the year are
If you’ve wondered about the facts on bariatric surgery, I’m going to provide you with the key points for bariatric surgery procedures. Additionally, I’ll discuss solid information about each of the mainstream procedures. Bariatric Procedure Key Points 1) Patients with the band will lose around 40% of excess weight. When
by Tammy J. Colter “I grew up in the hood. I was poor growing up and that’s what we did-we danced. It was our culture.”-John Drury (Big John) Truck Driver “Big John” Drury, 42, has always loved to dance. Growing up in a poverty-stricken Cincinnati neighborhood, dancing was a welcomed
The days, weeks and months following weight-loss surgery can be filled with the joy of finally losing the weight. But be careful of the stories you tell yourself. Some can be affirming, others can be destructive. Do you know which is which? Bariatric Foodie author Nikki Massie examines stories we
Gingered Cauliflower Carrot Soup by The Skinny Chef, Jennifer Iserloh Created exclusively for ObesityHelp members! Soup is a soothing way to calm hunger and to get a good dose of nutrition. Ginger, carrots, and cauliflower contain healing compounds like gingerol that works as an anti-nausea, and vitamin A and C
When that snack attack comes on, you want to be sure to stay on track by limiting your calorie intake. Here are 20 snacks that have 100 calories or less to satisfy your hunger pangs. 20 Snacks with less than 100 calories list: What are some of your favorite low-calorie
Four on the Floor: Self-Care After Weight Loss Surgery My family spent much of my childhood in the kitchen. It is where we ate, but also where we socialized. It is where I did my homework and where we watched television. It was where I attempted to master the art
