Why I decided to have WLS Before & After RNY with Melissa, down 200+ pounds: No one wakes up and thinks, “I’m going to have weight loss surgery.” That was never on my radar. Like many other people, I struggled with weight my entire life. I was always the biggest
Weight Regain From Medications or Surgical Procedures: One of the biggest fears of people who are considering or who have had weight loss surgery is the potential to regain their weight in the years following surgery. Many people who turn to weight loss surgery have spent much of their lives
This easy keto Mexican chicken casserole is so rich and tasty it will be sure to earn a place on your meal plan. Full of cheesy Mexican flavor, you can throw this low-carb dinner together in minutes and then just bake it. This chicken casserole is keto comfort food. Mexican Chicken Casserole
There are many bariatric surgery issues and symptoms that patients can experience after surgery. Find out the short-term and long-term issues that can occur that patients need to know about and contact your bariatric surgeon. Bariatric surgery issues and symptoms short-term issues 1. Shortness of Breath This is a symptom
After having regained weight after weight loss surgery (WLS), many people may feel shame, guilt, or disappointment. According to Brene Brown, Ph.D., LCSW, shame is “an intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefore unworthy of acceptance and belonging,” (2006). Brown (2006) proposes that some
This post is sponsored by Premier Protein® Makes 1 serving Prep Time: 10 minutes; Time: Chill overnight Vanilla Berry Chia Seeds Parfait This recipe is made with fresh or frozen berries when combined with the Premier Protein® Vanilla Ready to Drink Shake, giving it that berries and cream flavor. It can be layered
Our bodies contain more bacterial cells than actual human cells. Therefore, it is probably not surprising that our gut microbiome plays a role in many different body processes – likely more than we are even aware of. While it is well known that our microbiota plays an important role in
These Low-Carb Double Cheesy Scrambled Eggs are sure to make for a great morning! To make scrambled eggs that are low in calories, that have 36 grams of protein and only 5 grams carbs, and still cheesy and delicious, try cheese powder and fat-free cheddar cheese. The combination is out
B vitamins are water-soluble, meaning any abundance of the B’s will be released through urine during the day. It can cause your urine to be a bright, neon color at times. Therefore, supplementing daily is vital to avoid deficiencies or shortages. B Vitamins As you consume a high protein diet,
Are you struggling to lose weight after surgery? Although weight loss plateaus are not uncommon after surgery, there are many habits that could be contributing to a lack of weight loss. 6 Reasons for Lack Of Weight Loss 1. Inadequate Protein Intake Protein is undoubtedly the most important nutrient in
