This article "Understanding Obesity and Food Addiction Through a Compassionate Lens" is adapted from the session “A Patient Perspective on Food Addiction and Obesity,” presented by Certified Health Coach Amy Eiges, at the ObesityHelp 2025 National Conference. In this session, Amy shared her powerful journey through decades of failed diets, shame, and stigma to finally ...
Hello OH Community! I have finally made the decision to get a revision surgery, sleeve to bypass. A little bit of background... was sleeved in 2012. Now I have regained weight, I have severe GERD with esophageal spasms, I have a really bad migrated hiatal hernia, and apparently my original…
KayLavonne
Due to severe GERD and a failed attempt to repair a hiatal hernia last year I found out today that I will be having another hernia repair surgery and the surgeon also recommended revision from sleeve to bypass. He was driving while he was telling me this so the call…
Kristie B.
Hi! I had gastric sleeve in 2015 and lost about 100 lbs. I had some stuff go on in my life and unfortunately went back to my old ways. Over the course of so many years most of the weight has crept back on. I’m so disappointed in myself and…
Ruby9999
I'm 44 yrs old and have been on disability since 2000 for my depression (and debated bipolar II). I have run the gammut of meds - to the point where the font almost requires a magnifier so I can keep it to one page. My therapist has spoken about how…
Jenb1202
Greetings, So I really hit a low point with some financial stress that I went through with a small business I have and reverted back to my old ways of dealing with things - very poor food choices over a couple of months. I feel terrible, but I am ready…
Freewheeler
Well we all did it again made it through another week of either calmness or chaos. The physicals went very well yesterday and I am back again at 4:45 for the second round. I have to make sure all employees have their proper paperwork, respirators, hearing protection, etc. plus meet…
ladygodiva1228read my surg report and it says VSG with the S being staples not sleeve. I am not having much luck googling tht, it comes up with sleeve! Did anyone else have staples instead of sleeve ? is that just how they did it 13 yrs ago? Any known complications…
who knows
Hi everyoneIt’s been almost 15years ago since I got my surgery in Tijuana Mx, and I got down to 130 from 240 and I kept the weight off for several years till Covid and family problems and depression got the best of me and I gained most of my weight…
Lricks0522
Good Friday morning. Today should be an easy day at work and hopefully we will be getting out a little early due to it being Good Friday and Easter weekend. I have to get my grocery list together so on my way home later I can stop and get everything…
ladygodiva1228
Hello, my name is Patti and I had bariatric surgery two years ago. I have had good things and not so good things happen as of the results of having this surgery. The good things are: I lost over a hundred pounds, I am no longer diabetic and have decreased…
PSorrentino
My lowest weight was 212. I had a small regain over the holidays and now im 11 pounds away again!! Once I hit that goal, my next goal is Onederland, something at 528 pounds I never thought I would see! Going to check out a gym today!!!! Happy Wednesday! 🙂
Jadeyesmiling
Research shows that patients who attend a bariatric support group regularly have the best long-term outcomes after weight loss surgery. If you’re looking for support, I would love to invite you to the bariatric support group I facilitate in Atlanta, Georgia. Our support group is open to everyone, whether you’re…
ga_ginger_10
Twenty-five years ago, having gastric bypass surgery was one of the best decisions I ever made. At 40 years old, I weighed 400 pounds and felt like I was watching life pass me by instead of truly living it. That surgery gave me a second chance. At 49, I went…
ga_ginger_10
It's been a month since I had my surgery, and I'm so pleased at what I'm seeing! My clothes are fitting looser, my face is slimmer, and I feel lighter on my feet. Although I still see the same fat woman in the mirror no matter what position I'm in…
getsemani
Progress, Not Perfection: Finding Balance on the Road to Surgery Hi everyone, I wanted to jump on here today and share a quick reminder that I think a lot of us need to hear from time to time: **it is completely okay not to be perfect. When…
SlashTheScale
Hi everyone, I’m opening up today about something that is incredibly heavy, but it's a battle I know many of us are fighting in silence. As I continue my journey to find the right weight loss surgery tool, I am forced to look at the root of how…
SlashTheScale
Hi everyone, I hope you are all doing well, wherever you are at in your own weight loss surgery journey. Whether you are recovering from surgery, waiting for a date, or still trying to figure out the first step, I am sending you so much love and…
SlashTheScale
On June 7th 2026 I ran my 18th race event. This was the Griffith Park Trail Run. I don't particularly like trail running due to the uneven terrain. Climbing the hills are beautiful and you can't duplicate the peace and quiet and beauty of the seeing the landscape of the…
sirenwall
I had been stuck at the same spot forever! I went back to snacking on a slider food (popcorn) that just had too many carbs. I do best with zero snacks, logging every bite and drinking a lot. I fell in love with the "lose it" app because of how…
Jadeyesmiling
I was so nervous to go to my first appointment. I had been steadily gaining weight and my self esteem was at an all time low. I was afraid I would be judged as I had been in the past. Previously, I often left a doctor's office feeling even more…
Everyone was so helpful and supportive. Dr. Ferzli is very dedicated and caring. He even gave me his personal cell phone number in case I had any questions. I really couldn’t believe that! The support groups have been very helpful and I am happy with my aftercare. For any future…
If you choose Dr. Ferzli as your surgeon, you will not be disappointed! He is the best doctor I have ever had. He is so personable and friendly. I liked everything about him and I learned so much from him. I also liked my psychiatrist. Never thought I would say…
I did my research and walked into Dr. Ferzli’s office with a long list of questions. He was so personable, patient, and informative and didn't mind that I had a list. Dr. Ferzli treated me as if I were his only patient that first day and always. This surgery is…
Dr. Ferzli is so very kind and welcoming. He is always so encouraging, reassuring, and supportive. (Before and after my surgery.) His bariatric staff is very helpful and I am blessed to be in the hands of this team. I cannot say enough about the support groups and aftercare. May…
I had gastric sleeve surgery with Dr. Alvarez and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. From the initial consultation through surgery and follow-up care, Dr. Alvarez was professional, knowledgeable, and supportive. They took the time to answer all my questions and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process.…
