When I work with couples and individuals in my private practice, one theme seems to be consistent – they are all having a difficult time communicating what they want and how they are feeling about any problems in their relationships. There are healthy communication styles, which are productive, appropriate and healthy
Getting through the Holidays without gaining weight can seem daunting. Navigating the Holiday celebrations, office parties, get-togethers with friends, and your favorite childhood dishes on the table can be overwhelming. You aren't at the whim of well-meaning food pushers that want you to eat more. Just like the rest of
Here we are - in the middle of the Holidays! The Holidays are a special time of year but can bring their own sets of challenges, wonderful traditions and the need for healthier recipes. Check out the articles and resources in Your WLS Holiday Survival Guide! WLS-Friendly Yet Yummy Recipes
Bariatric Nutrition Evaluation: We know that many of you may be asking yourselves what you should do with the extra weight that you are carrying. You are not alone! More than one-third (34.9% or 78.6 million) of U.S. adults are struggling with obesity. You may be nervous and hesitant to
Loving myself unconditionally – especially the body that houses my spirit – is proving to be the hardest lesson of my life. The challenges in learning this lesson started young and didn’t stop when I got to goal weight after my VSG surgery in May 2013. The chubby girl How
Chris and Sarah Waffle share their love story that began at the ObesityHelp Conference #OH2013. Chris: It was October 2013 and the sultry Southern California air was thick with chemistry. #OH2013 was fast approaching and my recent trips to Las Vegas had made money tight. My only chance was to con
A patient came into my office this morning and told me she made all the food for her daughter’s recent wedding. I asked her “Do you have any idea what’s in a piece of cake? You would never eat frosting if you knew the garbage that goes into it!” Chocolate
I was a freshman in high school, riding the bus to and from school. The thought of being on the bus made my stomach tied up in knots so much that I had to fight throwing up. As I climbed up the three steps to get on the bus, she
Now before I share why I’m not a fan of sugar, I would like to share with you a little history about sugar. Over 500 years ago, Christopher Columbus introduced sugar to the new world when he brought sugar cane from Europe to Cuba, Hispaniola, and Mexico. By the 1700s,
Is Food Addiction a Problem for You? In the world of medical doctors, psychologists, psychiatrists, and other medical and mental health professionals, there’s a debate (of course) about the concept of “food addiction.” Without question, scientific research shows addictive behavior regarding sugar consumption in animals. But what about humans? Brain
