Surgical Outcomes of Patients 21 Years and Younger: Childhood obesity is a serious health risk in the United States, affecting approximately one-fifth of all children and adolescents1. For comparison, obesity in the adult population is now 42.4% as per the 2017 – 2018 CDC census. Obese children are more likely
Why I decided to have WLS Before and After VSG with John: My struggles with weight loss have pretty much been lifelong. Always on a yo-yo. Up a little, down a little. I have tried a multitude of diets over the years, all with limited to no success. I could
Calcium Requirements and Dietary Sources What Is Calcium and What Does It Do? Calcium is classified as a mineral that helps your body form strong bones and teeth but also plays a role in muscle function, nerve transmission, regulating normal heart rhythms, and hormone secretion. About 99% of the body’s
Try this layered egg white breakfast recipe and get your carbs from veggies! Using egg whites like a tortilla, this layered egg white breakfast can be filled with anything! I used low-calorie cheese, bell peppers, mushrooms, and avocados! I eat egg whites almost daily. It’s the perfect low-calorie, high-protein food.
Happy Veterans Day from the ObesityHelp Team! Veterans Day is a good time to remember that our freedom isn’t guaranteed. It’s protected by the men and women in our Armed Services. To all the veterans out there… we salute you! Thank you for your service!
If you’re like the majority of Americans, you probably consume at least some processed foods and junk foods every day. Yet most experts agree, a healthy diet should be rich in whole, natural foods and low in processed foods. But what are processed foods, and why are they bad for
The prevalence of morbid obesity continues to increase in the United States and throughout the world. In the US, 65% of the adults are classified as either overweight (body mass index (BMI) >25) or obese (BMI>30). Most of that increase is in the obese population, with more than 6% of those
This Herbed-Up Chicken Foil Pack Recipe is delicious. The whole family is going to enjoy this tasty meal. A quick and easy recipe that wraps up in one easy-to-make foil pack! Recipe by: Lisa Lillien (a.k.a. Hungry Girl)Makes 2 ServingsPrep: 10 minutes, Cook: 25 minutes; Total: 35 minutes Herbed-Up Chicken Foil
Bariatric surgery is considered one of the best treatments for severe obesity; however, it is not a quick fix and still involves changes to one’s diet and lifestyle. Anyone who has had bariatric surgery can attest to it; that it is not the “easy way out.” Making healthy choices and
Weight loss comes with many hardships, but the rewards are always worth it. There's no better feeling than reaching your ideal weight after investing a lot of time working out and eating healthy. Reaching your weight goal is a significant achievement. But when you lose so much weight, you are
