One of the unfortunate side effects of obesity is when we aren't able to wear our wedding rings (or any special ring). When we are obese, our fingers become larger too. Many times, we aren't able to wear our wedding rings and are forced to put them away. Some people
Have you prepped a protein for the week yet? Spaghetti squash – is the perfect plant to pair grass-fed ground beef. One cup is only 31 calories, 7 grams carbohydrate, and 2 grams fiber. And…it’s extremely filling! I don’t think of it as a swap for spaghetti, because it doesn’t
My story of tackling weight regain, I imagine, might have elements similar to many of yours. Throughout most of my life, I would lose weight, gain it back plus more, and lose it again. I was a chunky kid. My nickname in grade school was Big Butt Bonnie. I remember
Following massive weight loss, many people are left with excess skin or isolated pockets of stubborn fat that don’t seem to respond to diet and exercise. Body contouring procedures such as the arms, breast lifts, abdominoplasty, lower body, or male gynecomastia surgery can offer those last finishing touches to your weight
Despite bariatric surgery being an effective tool for weight loss, it’s challenging to know who will experience weight regain after surgery. Understandably, weight regain is a common fear for those who are considering or have undergone weight loss surgery. If you have regained, you can stop weight regain after bariatric surgery.
This post is sponsored by Premier Protein®. If you love Red Velvet cake, you’re not alone! Unfortunately, the decadent layers of chocolate cake and cream cheese frosting can take over an hour to make and is not a very bariatric friendly option. We have solved that problem with a quick
Yea, it is possible to love exercise after bariatric surgery! I specialize in exercise for a living and sometimes I dread doing it myself, but at the same time, I’ve come to love it! If exercise is something that doesn’t come naturally, how can you embrace it and come to
If you decide that bariatric surgery is right for you, the time from consult to surgery is more like a roller-coaster than a smooth Ferris wheel. You may vacillate between second-guessing and walking on a cloud of happiness, lose some sleep and discuss it endlessly with your trusted support team.
“Obesity is not a disease of overeating and lack of exercise.” I have used this line for years. Telling a patient that they should just eat right and exercise, and everything will be fine is no different than telling the same patient to stretch to get taller. After all, obesity
Why I Decided to Have WLS I struggled with my weight for my whole life. My struggle with weight loss began in Middle School as I was always heavier, overweight or obese all through school. I constantly wanted to be skinny so I could fit in and not be made
