Americans today are more stressed than ever. We face stress at work, home, in our relationships, and even from lack of sleep. Unfortunately, we are finding that chronic stress is causing a serious impact on our lives and our health. We now know that chronic stress can lead to: High
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. More specifically, heart disease is the cause of about 630,000 deaths, or one in four deaths, in the U.S. every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control. There are numerous risk factors
Memorial Day is much more than a three-day weekend. It is a day in the United States to honor and remember the men and woman that have lost their lives in military service to our country. How to Commemorate the Special Holiday of Memorial Day Mark the day in remembrance
I specialize in exercise for a living and sometimes I dread doing it myself, but at the same time, I’ve come to love it! If exercise is something that doesn’t come naturally, how can you embrace it and come to love it? How to Love Exercise After Bariatric Surgery Yes,
If you decide that bariatric surgery is right for you, the time from consult to surgery is more like a roller-coaster than a smooth Ferris wheel. You may vacillate between second-guessing and walking on a cloud of happiness, lose some sleep and discuss it endlessly with your trusted support team.
It’s Monday morning at 7 AM and you’re lying in bed scrolling through your social media newsfeeds desperately searching for that motivation that’ll get you off your butt and into the gym to achieve your goal for transformation after bariatric surgery. Kings of the Jungle? It seems like you’re sifting
Now that the Holidays are behind us, have you set the goals you want to achieve in 2019? Let's ring in the New Year prepared and ready to accomplish your goals after bariatric surgery for the success you want! Reach Your Goals After Bariatric Surgery There is a big difference
The ObesityHelp Team wishes all of the ObesityHelp Community members, visitors, and social media community a Happy Healthy Holiday! Some might think that having bariatric surgery limits their Holidays but it doesn't have to. In fact, changing your focus during the Holidays from food to your family and friends, your traditions, and what
One of the most challenging times for bariatric patients can be the Holidays. When many patients think of the Holidays, the food choices normally not eaten are everywhere. The good news is that you can have Happy Holidays after bariatric surgery. Along with the traditional Holiday foods come cherished family
In my experience, patients presenting with obesity tend to fall into three categories, each of which requires a distinct management approach. The three clinical faces of obesity are 1) Active Gainers, 2) Weight Stable, and 3) Post-Weight Loss. Clinical Faces of Obesity: #1 Active Gainers Active Gainers are patients currently
