Ten Tips for Battling Food (and Family) Over the Holidays 'Tis the season ready or not! The holiday season can be one of the most joyful times of the year with its dazzling colors, familiar music, social gatherings, and yes, food, food and more food! For those who have recently
The Mermaid Lift The ideal plastic surgery procedure for most female post-bariatric patients would cinch in the waist, allowing for a feminine flare at the hips while flattening the abdomen; lift the pubic area smoothly; leave a natural, youthful “innie” belly button; raise and augment the buttocks; and curve the
Making A Difference: An Interview with Dr. Raymond Taddeucci An OH Magazine Interview Do you ever wonder why your bariatric surgeon chose their profession, or why he or she cares so much about the fight against obesity? Or perhaps you have other questions you would ask? OH Magazine recently had
WLS After 50: Fit And Fabulous At Age 62! “At age 53, in 2002, my life and weight had become unmanageable. I had steadily and easily added 10 pounds a year for over 10 years. Do the math on that, and you can see I was over 100 excess pounds.
OH Magazine Presents: A Dream Comes True! Dawn Wins A Free Lap-Band Surgery! “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” C.S. Lewis Every year, beginning on New Year’s Day, The Bariatric Care Program at Palms of Pasadena Hospital sponsors a contest
The Biggest Loser: Season 14 to Focus on Childhood Obesity Season 14 of The Biggest Loser is set to launch in just a few weeks but it won’t be just the usual cast of obese adults as in seasons past. This year, the cast will include three overweight teens as
Puppy Dog Adventures: Today's The Day When this pup's owner decides to take control of his life, his dog becomes his biggest supporter.
The Funhouse Mirror Effect Are mirrors and scales telling you lies? Don’t let them sabotage your weight loss and peace of mind. THE MIRROR LIES I don't know about you, but I have trick mirrors in my house. In fact, trick mirrors lurk everywhere, in public restrooms, department stores, hotel
Ask The Expert! Members like you asked, and OH’s network of professionals answered! If you have a question for an expert, send your questions to: [email protected] How long should you wait after your weight stabilizes following WLS to look into plastic surgery?- Lisey Dear Lisey, This is a good
Oh, Those Funny Post-op Moments! When visiting the various OH message boards, you are sure to find many posts that inspire, encourage, and support you throughout your weight loss journey. But what would your journey be like if you didn’t laugh along the way? As they say, laughter is the
