Before & After RNY with Cathy A: Why I Decided to Have WLS I have struggled with obesity every day of my entire life. I had tried every diet, lost and gained weight over and over, and came to the conclusion that obesity was stronger than me no matter how
Turning to Food to Numb Emotions - “Numbing out” We’ve all been there: the day has been long and exhausting, perhaps due to work stress, parenting frustrations, financial concerns, conflict with a loved one, or some combination of the above. You feel “at loose ends,” tired, yet agitated. Underlying this fatigue
This Instant Pot Salsa Chicken is easy, healthy, and one of the most versatile dishes you can make! Use it for tacos, quesadillas, burrito bowls, salads, and more. This is one of those versatile recipes that will quickly become a staple. It is literally the easiest thing to make and
Weight regain happens from emotional eating, feeding your head hunger without checking if what you're experiencing is due to numbing yourself with food or true physical hunger. It is extremely important to know the difference. We've put together these articles to arm you with information as you tackle weight regain!
Sugar is in many products that we eat, but as is so often the case, too much of a good thing can quickly turn into a bad thing. Study after study indicates that over-consumption of sugar is detrimental to our health, yet so many of us feel powerless to zap
There are many reasons why plastic surgery improves a patient's life after weight loss. There are the obvious reasons like removing excess skin and fat, but let’s break it down further. There are two main branches of reasons for skin and fat removal: the physical and the psychological. I will
It's pizza time! This delicious Sheet-Pan Meatza, Low-Carb Turkey-Crust Pizza has a low-carb, high-protein pizza crust. This recipe will feed the whole family and only takes about a half-hour to make, not long for satisfying the whole family with one of everybody's favorite meals. Make one of these delicious pizzas
Nutrition labels can be tricky and confusing! So many numbers and percentages—it can be daunting to know what is actually important. Well, if you follow these simple steps, you can be a pro on how to read a nutrition label and making choices to optimize your health. Why All Those
Pre-Op and First-Year Post-Op Mindset As pre-op patients with a first-year post-op mindset, so many of us worried about shopping for the necessities we needed. We want to make sure that our arsenal had all the necessary tools for success from a good blender to mini plates and tiny forks.
“What is your heart hungry for?” I ask my clients who have been trying to lose weight for many years, sometimes even decades. This is a crucial question if we want to establish a healthy and relaxed relationship with food and our bodies. When food has taken on the role
