Loving myself unconditionally – especially the body that houses my spirit – is proving to be the hardest lesson of my life. The challenges in learning this lesson started young and didn’t stop when I got to goal weight after my VSG surgery in May 2013. The chubby girl How
Successful surgical and/or medical weight-loss therapy often leads to significant skin excess in various parts of the body. Unfortunately, when someone shrinks their body by 100, 200 or 300 pounds, the skin is not able to shrink as well. While the morbidly obese patient suffers with hypertension, back and knee
There is so much more to pumpkin than just pie! If you've been locked into the "pumpkin pie" routine, it is time to step out of your comfort zone and learn about all of the amazing health benefits of pumpkin. The Nutritional Benefits of Pumpkin Pumpkin is a member of the food
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines exercise as “physical activity that is done to become stronger and healthier.” Exercise is a word I have always hated. For many, the word brings feelings of competitiveness, ambition, and achievement. For me, even after losing 140 pounds and becoming a group fitness instructor, it shines
Today, men and women who choose a surgical weight loss solution are more common than ever before. Some of this increase is a result of more people at the younger and older end of the spectrum pursuing this tool in order to finally defeat their battle with excess weight, which
Chris and Sarah Waffle share their love story that began at the ObesityHelp Conference #OH2013. Chris: It was October 2013 and the sultry Southern California air was thick with chemistry. #OH2013 was fast approaching and my recent trips to Las Vegas had made money tight. My only chance was to con
My plastic surgery journey began when I had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) on 1/12/2013 by Dr. Quinones. I am over 2 ½ years post-op and have lost 124 pounds. I did not get my Sleeve because I had medical problems. In fact, I was really quite healthy, or at least
When you look in the mirror do you like what you see? Is there anything you want to change? Do you love your hair but HATE your butt?? What is the dialogue when it’s YOUR face staring back at you? Do you have self-acceptance? For a very long time I
This soup screams Autumn, but it’s wonderful anytime! I love the sweet/spicy flavor and the richness the coconut milk gives. The peanut butter is optional and depending on the mood I’m in, I’ll either add it or leave it out….the soup is fantastic either way! Serve this with a plate
Sitting in the doctor's office and listening to a surgeon go through a litany of possible surgical complications is just that: a list of medical conditions you believe will never happen to you. One percent, three percent, or even five percent of patients experience these side effects. Nope, you're going with the odds:
