Tag Archive: weight loss surgery

Role of Self-esteem

Body and Mind Matters: The Role of Self-Esteem in Successful Weight Loss

October 28, 2024 · 0 comments

The Role of Self-Esteem in Successful Weight Loss: Many individuals have searched the world over, looking for that ever-evasive ‘magic’ weight loss pill. Given the value our culture places on appearances and the health implications of excess weight, this is not surprising. But, what if the ‘magic’ can come from

Turkey Meatball Soup

Hearty and Delicious Turkey Meatball Soup

October 25, 2024 · 0 comments

Hearty and Delicious Turkey Meatball Soup: If you are thinking to yourself “I thought I wasn’t supposed to have soup after bariatric surgery?” I would say that you aren’t wrong. You might also be thinking, I wasn’t told that! Every bariatric program differs tremendously! Here are my thoughts on soup.

Anti-Obesity Medication

Anti-Obesity Medication, Contraceptives, and Pregnancy

October 23, 2024 · 0 comments

Studies have consistently shown that women who are overweight or obese have difficulty becoming pregnant. Once pregnant, the risk of complications, such as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, gestational diabetes, acute liver injury, emergency cesarean delivery, and stillbirth, can increase(1).  The use of anti-obesity medication in a woman of childbearing age

Mushrooms after Bariatric Surgery

7 Reasons to Love Mushrooms after Bariatric Surgery

October 21, 2024 · 0 comments

Mushrooms after Bariatric Surgery: Ready? Guess the vegetables. It’s fat-free, low in calories, gluten-and cholesterol-free, good for your immune system, very low in sodium, and may contain vitamin D depending on how it’s grown. What’s your guess? If you guessed marvelous mushrooms, you’re correct. Technically, mushrooms are not a vegetable.

Easy Chicken Taco Soup

Easy Chicken Taco Soup

October 18, 2024 · 0 comments

I weighed and measured this easy chicken taco soup so you don’t have to! With 125 calories, 15 grams protein, 7 grams carbs, and 2 grams of fat, this dinner fits perfectly into my calorie counting, weight loss diet. I know you’ll love this soup and so will your family!

Weight Regain Happens

Weight Regain Happens: Your Guide to Bouncing Back

October 16, 2024 · 0 comments

Weight regain happens! And guess what? You are not alone. It happens to all of us within our personal journeys, whether after weight loss surgery, during or after weight loss medications, or following diet plans. It can happen due to psychological factors, decreased activity, dietary and lifestyle changes—the list goes

Choosing Your Bariatric Surgeon

5 Ways to Save Money & Time Choosing Your Bariatric Surgeon

October 14, 2024 · 0 comments

There’s a lot of information to find out when you consider Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (MBS). It can be so confusing and downright scary. How much is this going to cost? Who’s paying for what? Who’s the best when choosing your bariatric surgeon? What types of services should be included?

Lemon Pepper Chicken

Quick and Easy Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken

October 11, 2024 · 0 comments

Getting bored with chicken breast? This recipe will help shake things up. Juicy baked lemon pepper chicken that’s zesty and full of flavor. Sometimes it’s easy to get into a rut when it comes to cooking chicken. We tend to reach for the same spices and marinades. Today that changes with

Your Weight

You’re More Than Just Your Weight or Condition

October 9, 2024 · 0 comments

For too long, individuals with obesity have been unfairly labeled and defined solely by their weight, with phrases like "the obese patient" being used even in medical settings. This kind of language can feel dehumanizing, as though your entire identity is being reduced to a single condition. Living with obesity

Ber Months Celebration

Premier Protein®️ ‘Ber Months Celebration Serveware Giveaway!

October 1, 2024 · 0 comments

This post is sponsored by Premier Protein®. We are thrilled to partner with Premier Protein® to bring you a fantastic ‘Ber Months Celebration Serveware Giveaway! The ‘Ber Months are a time for renewal, transitions, seasonal foods, and cherished family traditions. To celebrate, we are offering exciting prize bundles that include