Did you know that 95% of non-surgical weight loss attempts fail? How is that possible? There are countless diet options out there, from Paleo to Weight Watchers, to Jenny Craig, to Ideal Protein—just to name a few. There are millions of gyms in the United States where you can burn
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
If you think calling obesity a disease is controversial, try talking about food addiction without getting into a scuffle! Is food addiction real? Half of the people will demand that you show scientific proof of your food addiction “theory” before they’ll even give the matter consideration while the other half
Have you had alcohol since your surgery? Did you notice that you got a buzz from just a few sips? Is alcohol a risky mix with bariatric surgery? How much can you drink, and how fast will you become intoxicated? This is must-know information for your journey. Alcohol and Bariatric
Conference Recap: Celebrating Magical Moments at Bariatric Connect 2024! This past September, the weather was absolutely beautiful in the stunning coastal city of Newport Beach, California, making it the ideal setting for the Bariatric Connect National Conference. The annual conference took place at the spectacular Renaissance Hotel, which provided a
Overcome Stress Eating: Stress eating is a common but often challenging habit to break, with many people finding themselves reaching for comfort foods during moments of anxiety, tension, or emotional distress. While this behavior may provide temporary relief, it often leads to feelings of guilt, frustration, and a sense of
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.
We are thrilled to share the OH2023 Agenda with you! There are educational sessions, motivational sessions, and even a few workshops with limited seating. You'll love the speakers and the passion they have for their topics. Whether you're new to the ObesityHelp National Conferences or a repeat attendee, there is
The Obesity Epidemic: It is well known that obesity has been on the rise over the last 50 years. Some of the latest research estimates that over 60% of adults and 30% of children in the United States are now obese or at risk of becoming obese. Consequently, there has
