Food companies know food is not just used for fuel, which is why they spend billions of dollars on advertisements that remind us that food can mean happiness, fun, and even love and happy relationships. Weight loss companies also know this, so they work to tell us that they have
I first started my journey into the WLS life as a student, so it feels right to be a student once more, furthering my education as a post-op. I know that this is not every post-op’s passion, so I am bridging the gap between what I have learned as a WLS
Everyone knows that to get and stay healthy (and maintain a healthy body weight) they need to eat lots of fruits and vegetables. So, why do so many people have trouble getting enough of them? When I ask my clients, they often say they don’t eat vegetables because they are
It is 15 minutes before you are to leave work and your boss needs you to stay for a high priority project. You need to pick up the kids in 45 minutes and you were going to stop at the grocery store on the way home. Earlier in the day,
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
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
Meal planning can feel incredibly overwhelming to so many people. For most, the thought of planning a week's worth of meals is just another daunting chore on the to-do list. As both a bariatric registered dietitian and a bariatric patient myself, I can understand why meal planning can be so
Sometimes the world just feels topsy-turvy upside down. For me, NOW is one of those stressful times. My stress levels are through the roof. Can you relate? The ups and downs of life are inevitable. But guess what? It’s actually possible to handle highly stressful times WITHOUT TURNING TO FOOD.
Are you ready to learn… nothing? What? What kind of opening statement is that for an article? If you are a stress eater, you want tools or skills or ideas for how to avoid eating when you’re stressed! Rest assured, you will be provided all those things – tools, skills,
The Importance of Creating Boundaries With Food: Boundaries. Guardrails. Barriers. Safety nets. These are all means of providing safety or preventing accidents and potential disasters. Think for a moment of toddlers. Toddlers are especially in need of boundaries, guardrails, barriers and all sorts of safety nets! Left to their own
