“You feel like you're eating the right things but the weight's not falling off much. Here's how to say, "Liar, liar..."”

Car insurance salesmen, lawyers, and politicians have gotten a bad rap for being liars. There's another group who's worse, though - food marketing companies. They're experts at manipulating words to make us believe things that are completely untrue about the foods we eat. They use key words like "Light," "Fit," "Well-balanced," "Multi-grain," and "Low" - whatever it takes to catch our attention. Our impressionable minds make the leap that these words mean "healthy." As usual, we get suckered. We have to read both the nutrition and ingredients labels to uncover their trickery. Often you'll find that items that are low-carb may be higher in fat. Items lower in fat may be higher in sugar or sodium. Don't save in one area to pay the price in another. One popular bread label reads, "Whole Grain, White Bread." Oops. Get your magnifying glass out and it really says, "made with Whole Grain." Big difference. Whole grain bread should list whole grain wheat (or whatever) as the first ingredient. If something is "made with" whole grain, it may contain only a small amount of whole grain. The only benefit this bread has over regular white bread is a fraction more fiber... and a bigger price tag, and oh, by the way, more calories. Becoming educated on what's really good for you will reap rewards on the scale.

Hi,

First, you should do your research of the different procedures.  Once you do that, you will have a list of questions for your doctor.  It is always good to have some knowledge and be prepared to "prove" you are serious and know what to ask.  Going in totally clueless is not showing that you are serious.  You did't mention how much weight you need to lose.  Will your insurance cover it and which procedure will it cover?  That, too, is something you need to check on.  

Maybe  you should reschedule your appointment until you are ready.  Going with a convincing attitude will go a long way.

“You've been so busy lately, or sad, or just unmotivated that you aren't working out like you should - or at all. Here's your kick in the bahookie.”

Where, oh where, has your motivation gone? And why? Sometimes you just can't find it. It's okay to take a breather - regroup. Take a deep breath; we'll wait. There, are you ready now? You can have a break as long as it's not a permanent one. When you're going through a low point, it's best to make a plan to get back on track. Decide when you're going to start up again and mark it on your calendar. Remember, the longer you're away, the harder it will be to get going again so make your "vacation" short. This way, you won't feel guilty about not going to the club during the time you've taken off, since you've truly scheduled your "workout vacation." Once it's over, force yourself to go, even if you still don't feel like it; you'll be surprised that simply going may get you back in the swing.

"Being defeated is often a temporary condition. Giving up is what makes it permanent

I had open RNY and I am on my knees thanking GOD for it every day of my life. My scar is beautiful It's a work of art. I have one small scar that's barely noticeable. My surgeon, Dr. Osvaldo Anez, gave me my life. He didn't give it back to me, because I was so unhealthy I didn't have a life. He is truly an artist with the scalpel, and an angel walking this earth.

How are you doing now and I was considering surgery in Florida. I take it from your post that you never had a good experience with your surgery pre-op or post-op?