We set goals or resolutions as we welcomed in another year that might have been related to your bariatric surgery tool. How are you doing with the progress you wanted at this point in the year? This is a check-in so we can support each other about getting back on
Staggering Facts of Obesity and Bariatric Surgery As we progress into the next decade, the prevalence of obesity has reached epidemic levels. Current trends estimate that 35% of adults in the United States are obese. This trend continues is estimated to reach 50% by 2030! Now more than ever, let's
Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken cooks low and slow in the crockpot to create an amazing dish packed with moist chicken thighs, olives, red peppers, onion, Italian spices, capers, and plenty of flavor. Serve it with some Mashed Cauliflower or Spinach Polenta for a restaurant worthy meal. I forget how much I love olives sometimes.
Once a diagnosis of diabetes is made, many people worry about how it would affect their lives. Death is not something that we like to talk about, but it’s our nature to wonder how long we can live. There is no specific equation or answer because it can be influenced
Before & After DS with Josh - Why I Decided to Have WLS! Before & After DS with Josh: I had a Duodenal Switch on October 10, 2018. From the time I can remember, I have always been a heavier set person. Growing up in Las Vegas with a lower-class
Many of us have likely heard that we have to burn more calories than we consume in order to lose weight. And while there is some truth to that, chronically under-eating is not always the best approach for long-term weight management or health. Below we outline four reasons why that
Microwave Pumpkin Custard is the perfect way to indulge in a pumpkin dessert without having to even turn on the oven. It's tastes like pumpkin pie filling but is made with just a few ingredients in your microwave for a guilt-free, delicious treat. This Microwave Pumpkin Custard is quick, easy,
By now, we all know the negative impacts that sugar can have on our health. Unfortunately, kicking the sugar habit can be really difficult! We've pulled together eight articles to support you on your journey. In this article round-up, you'll learn about sugar cravings and addictions, as well as ways
What Is A Trigger Food? We all live in a loud, fast-paced world crammed full of potential triggers. Every day we receive subtle and obvious messages from media about the choices we should make and how we should be living. We can't just easily sidestep the temptations expertly propositioned by
You Have a Pre-Diabetes Diagnosis, Now What? What does it mean when you get your blood checked and your doctor tells you that you have a pre-diabetes diagnosis? The first thing my typical patient says is “What does that mean? I either have diabetes or I don’t!” A pre-diabetes diagnosis is
