by Tammy J. Colter “Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!””-Robin Williams It's official! Spring has sprung. There is something about each season that I have grown to love. For me, the rejuvenation of nature reminds me of my need to adhere to the necessary changes in my mind,
For long-term post-ops there is a strange dynamic. You’re not quite the same as newer post-ops, not quite the same as a person who never had surgery. How does that affect your story and your long term success? In her most personal blog yet, Bariatric Foodie author Nikki Massie shares
Will It Hurt? Dr. Guillermo Alvarez of Endobariatric answers a question on the minds of many who are considering weight loss surgery. Most specifically in this case, the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG). Transcript of VSG Q & A'S: Will It Hurt? Hello everyone. I am Dr. Alvarez and this is
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Bariatric Foodie writer Nikki Massie defines the period between being a new and long-term post-op as "bariatric adolescence" and says it comes complete with rebellion. How do you stay the course during this tricky post-op developmental stage? Read what she has to say and join the conversation! Bariatric adolescence. I
by Tammy J. Colter, Editor-In-Chief, OH Magazine When I was researching for an article, I happened to run across a quote that really made me think: "Don’t dig your grave with your own knife and fork.” ~ English Proverb I really like that proverb. It's a perfect reminder that we
The days, weeks and months following weight-loss surgery can be filled with the joy of finally losing the weight. But be careful of the stories you tell yourself. Some can be affirming, others can be destructive. Do you know which is which? Bariatric Foodie author Nikki Massie examines stories we
Mayor Michael Bloomberg Vows To Appeal Just hours before a New York City ban on supersized soda and sugary drinks was to be put in to effect, a New York judge blocked Mayor Michael Bloomberg's controversial attempt to regulate the sales of drinks over 16 ounces. While movie theater owners,
Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month? For some of us, March could easily be called National Get Back On Track Month so it makes sense that this month would be picked to especially focus on nutrition education and information. Sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,
What does having bariatric surgery say about you? And what will others think? In her continuing series, "What's your story?" Bariatric Foodie author Nikki Massie sheds light on these tough questions. In my last blog post, I went explained my belief that we each have a story to tell about
