Bariatric surgery includes several weight loss procedures, including gastric bypass surgery, to change the digestive system to facilitate weight loss. These procedures are often executed in extreme cases when diet and exercise have yet to produce actual results, or the excess weight has begun affecting a patient’s overall health. Unfortunately,
When making these Chicken and Zucchini Burgers, I was trying to accomplish three things at once. First, the most obvious, dinner. We needed to eat and everyone was on the verge of hangry. Second, I needed a good, healthy, protein source for school lunches that would taste good hot or
A life well-lived is the most exquisite work of art. ~ Erwin McManus Loving Memory of Linda Lombardo With very heavy hearts and deep sadness, the ObesityHelp team shares that our longtime friend and ObesityHelp Volunteer Pioneer, Linda Lombardo passed away on May 19, 2021. To share the loving memory
What comes to mind when you think of comfort food? For some, it is savory, salty, and crunchy, and for others smooth, creamy, and sweet. Chances are when you are feeling stressed, tired, anxious, or angry, a very clear picture of your comfort food comes to mind. In fact, it
Why I decided to have WLS I was overweight much of my life, with obesity taking over little by little until finally, I was considered morbidly obese. I had dieted since I was a little girl. I was never able to wear smaller clothing as others could. There were brief times
Weight Regain No Shame Zone: The Scope of the Problem The past three decades have seen an explosion in bariatric surgery, not only in terms of technical advancements, safety, and effectiveness but also with the number of surgeries that are now performed. Current figures from the American Society of Metabolic
We love Swedish meatballs -- the sauce is so delicious! So we figured why not make mini meatloaves inspired by the classic recipe? We couldn’t come up with a good enough reason not to. Try this delicious and easy-to-make Swedish Mini Meatloaves Recipe! Swedish Mini Meatloaves Recipe by: Lisa Lillien (a.k.a. Hungry
When browsing the shelves for a vitamin D supplement, individuals may come across a few different options. Some supplements list ‘Vitamin D3’, some list ‘Vitamin D2’, and some just say ‘Vitamin D.’ So what’s the difference and what should we choose? The Difference in Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3 The
Do you have a problem dealing with difficult emotions without food? For many, food and excess eating is literally their best friend. It is always there for them to access in any amount. It fictitiously gives a quick way out of what is truly bothering them. It can artificially fulfill
Cilantro Lime Chicken Kabobs can be made on the grill or in the oven and are packed with flavor from a delicious homemade marinade with fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic, cumin, and paprika. When it comes to outdoor dining, kabobs really are one of the best options. Not only can
