survive the holidays

How to Survive the Holidays With a Game Plan

December 23, 2019 · 0 comments

Make a Game Plan & Survive The Holidays! The holidays can be a tricky time for weight loss surgery patients. Sometimes family gatherings alone may be somewhat stressful but then add off-program foods into the mix, and it can be a very trying time for bariatric folks. So, how can

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes, Portion Controlled & Sweet Tooth Satisfying

December 20, 2019 · 0 comments

For all of you Pumpkin lovers, check out this Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes recipe. Traditional cheesecake can be too heavy for us after bariatric surgery. Super easy to whip up, portion-controlled, and great to share at your next get-together! Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes Recipe Recipe by: Lisa Lillien (a.k.a. Hungry Girl) Makes 6 servings

Cheeseburger Mini Meatloaves Recipe

Cheeseburger Mini Meatloaves Recipe

December 13, 2019 · 0 comments

This flavorful Cheeseburger Mini Meatloaves recipe is absolutely delicious and super easy to make. They'd make a great addition to a weekly bariatric meal-prep and are a great choice for the whole family! Cheeseburger Mini Meatloaves Recipe Recipe by: Lisa Lillien (a.k.a. Hungry Girl) Makes 6 servings: Prep Time: 20 minutes; Cook Time: 40 minutes;

OH2019 Wrap-Up

OH2019 Wrap-Up: Celebration, Education, and Support!

December 12, 2019 · 0 comments

Celebration, Education, and Support at OH2019! It's time for the OH2019 Wrap-Up, the 2019 ObesityHelp National Conference was full of celebration, education, and support! A huge and loud shout-out of appreciation and thanks to all of the OH2019 attendees, speakers, sponsors, volunteers, and exhibitors. Your presence made the Conference so

Not a Crutch

Why Bariatric Surgery is NOT a Crutch!

December 11, 2019 · 0 comments

Bariatric Surgery is NOT a Crutch! Let's compare the fact that bariatric is NOT a crutch and a carpenter building a bookshelf. Imagine a carpenter building a bookshelf. The carpenter gathers all the wood, nails, and tools, but instead of a hammer, the carpenter is given a shoe to hammer

Blog Before After RNY with Michelle M

Before & After RNY with Michelle M., losing 163 pounds!

December 10, 2019 · 0 comments

Why I Decided to Have WLS I can remember being one of the bigger girls in fifth grade, probably 10-15 pounds more than most of the girls in my class. Being one of the bigger girls continued with the gap getting wider through my adult years. A few months post-pregnancy

Mini Pumpkin Pies

Mini Pumpkin Pies – Great for Sharing!

December 6, 2019 · 0 comments

These mini pumpkin pies is another great recipe from Hungry Girl! They are great for sharing with family and friends! The recipe makes 12 bite-sized individual servings, each one is only 41 calories. Enjoy the delicious flavors of pumpkin pie at your next get together. Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe Recipe

Eating Healthy

Is Eating Healthy After Weight Loss Surgery Too Expensive?

December 2, 2019 · 0 comments

Many things change after weight loss surgery, particularly all things food-related. These changes can be overwhelming and difficult to incorporate into your new lifestyle. Some challenges in eating healthy may include a lack of hunger, difficulty adjusting to the preparation of smaller portions, or feeling like you must eat differently

bariatric surgery thanksgiving survival guide

Bariatric Surgery Thanksgiving Survival Guide

November 27, 2019 · 0 comments

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time but has challenges with food, relationships, and stress. That's why we created this Bariatric Surgery Thanksgiving Survival Guide to support you. Before bariatric surgery, most of us focused on the food at Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is so much more than food. It is about family, friends,

Holiday Garlic and Herb Green Beans Side Dish Recipe

Garlic & Herb Green Beans Side Dish

November 22, 2019 · 0 comments

Garlic & Herb Green Beans make a perfect side dish for any meal and are a fantastic addition to your holiday menu. This fresh green bean recipe is quick, easy, and oh so flavorful! Just a simple sautee in butter then seasoned with garlic, thyme, and lemon juice. Sure to