Author Archives for Tammy Colter

Thank You Obesity Advocates!

March 19, 2013 2:31 pm Published by 0 comments

We would like to say thank you to the Bariatric and Plastic Surgery Professionals who are currently sponsoring our ObesityHelp community and advocacy outreach missions. Each month, we will feature a few of our sponsors. Please join us in thanking the following professionals for their commitment to supporting the fight


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Surgery Is Forever-Ever?

March 18, 2013 1:27 am Published by 0 comments

Bariatric Foodie writer Nikki Massie defines the period between being a new and long-term post-op as "bariatric adolescence" and says it comes complete with rebellion. How do you stay the course during this tricky post-op developmental stage? Read what she has to say and join the conversation! Bariatric adolescence. I


The Morbid Obesity Dilemma and Governor Christie

March 15, 2013 5:29 pm Published by 0 comments

by Mitchell Roslin, MD, FACS As a physician that specializes in the treatment of morbid and severe obesity, the recent exchange between Governor Chris Christie and Dr. Connie Mariano, made me contemplate many of the misunderstood and misappropriated issues and perceptions that surround obesity in our society.  Governor Christie decided


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Supersized Soda Ban Blocked By Judge

March 12, 2013 5:36 pm Published by 0 comments

Mayor Michael Bloomberg Vows To Appeal Just hours before a New York City ban on supersized soda and sugary drinks was to be put in to effect, a New York judge blocked Mayor Michael Bloomberg's controversial attempt to regulate the sales of drinks over 16 ounces. While movie theater owners,


Happy National Nutrition Month!

March 11, 2013 1:40 am Published by 0 comments

Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month?  For some of us, March could easily be called National Get Back On Track Month so it makes sense that this month would be picked to especially focus on nutrition education and information. Sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,


Do I Really Need Surgery To Lose The Weight?

March 10, 2013 8:50 pm Published by 0 comments

What does having bariatric surgery say about you? And what will others think? In her continuing series, "What's your story?" Bariatric Foodie author Nikki Massie sheds light on these tough questions. In my last blog post, I went explained my belief that we each have a story to tell about


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American Idol: Who’s Your Top 10 Favorite?

March 9, 2013 1:12 am Published by 0 comments

Did Your Favorite American Idol Make The Cut? Did you watch American Idol Thursday night?  I have to say, I found the reveals to be less than stellar television material.  What the heck were they thinking? Here is my take on the American Idol top ten reveal... In case you


Obesity Nation: Least And Most Obese States

March 8, 2013 11:38 pm Published by 0 comments

How does your state rate in the fight against obesity? Is it in the top ten least or most obese?  Or somewhere in between? A new Gallup and Healthways report shows that for the third year in a row, West Virginia comes out on top as the state with the


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What’s Your Story?

March 8, 2013 12:59 am Published by 0 comments

Some of you may know me from my food blog, Bariatric Foodie, but I am a professional writer by trade. I think my profession has shaped how I see my weight loss surgery process in a lot of ways. One way is that I believe we each tell a story