I’m a huge fan of having an accountability partner when it comes to something like a wellness challenge. Someone who can be a cheerleader but also has no problem giving you the stink eye when you slowly approach the dessert table. For many people, this is a girlfriend or maybe a sister. Perhaps a co-worker. … Continue reading "When Your Spouse is Not a Good Accountability Partner"
It’s everyone’s biggest fear about having weight loss surgery….gaining the weight back. When having a Gastric Bypass or Gastric Sleeve surgery feels like the “last resort” and then weight comes back on, patients feel guilty, ashamed and tempted to give up altogether. So how does weight re-gain happen? It seems mind boggling but the reality … Continue reading "Introduction to Reasons for Weight Re-Gain Series"
It’s everyone’s biggest fear about having weight loss surgery….gaining the weight back. When having a Gastric Bypass or Gastric Sleeve surgery feels like the “last resort” and then weight comes back on, patients feel guilty, ashamed and tempted to give up altogether. So how does weight re-gain happen? It seems mind boggling but the reality … Continue reading "Reasons for Weight Re-Gain Part 1: Salty Crunchy Cravings"
It’s everyone’s biggest fear about having weight loss surgery….gaining the weight back. When having a Gastric Bypass or Gastric Sleeve surgery feels like the “last resort” and then weight comes back on, patients feel guilty, ashamed and tempted to give up altogether. So how does weight re-gain happen? It seems mind boggling but the reality … Continue reading "Reasons for Weight Re-Gain Part 2: Drinking with Meals"
If you have ever thought or said the following: I don’t do all that badly during the week, but weekends are really bad… You are not even close to alone. I hear this statement all…the…time. We are out of routine. We {if we’re lucky} sleep in and meals are off. We run errands and end up … Continue reading "Preparing for a Healthy Weekend"
It’s everyone’s biggest fear about having weight loss surgery….gaining the weight back. When having a Gastric Bypass or Gastric Sleeve surgery feels like the “last resort” and then weight comes back on, patients feel guilty, ashamed and tempted to give up altogether. So how does weight re-gain happen? It seems mind boggling but the reality … Continue reading "Reasons for Weight Re-Gain Part 3: Drinking Calories…Including Shakes!"
It’s everyone’s biggest fear about having weight loss surgery….gaining the weight back. When having a Gastric Bypass or Gastric Sleeve surgery feels like the “last resort” and then weight comes back on, patients feel guilty, ashamed and tempted to give up altogether. So how does weight re-gain happen? It seems mind boggling but the reality … Continue reading "Reasons for Weight Re-Gain Part 4: Skipping Meals"
It’s everyone’s biggest fear about having weight loss surgery….gaining the weight back. When having a Gastric Bypass or Gastric Sleeve surgery feels like the “last resort” and then weight comes back on, patients feel guilty, ashamed and tempted to give up altogether. So how does weight re-gain happen? It seems mind boggling but the … Continue reading "Reasons for Weight Re-Gain Part 5: Avoiding Solid Meats"
How do you get the most out of weight loss surgery?? Gastric Sleeve, Bypass and Banding are meant to do one thing control your hunger. So when you’re a postop patient but your feeling hungry all the time…what’s gone wrong? Be sure to watch all in this “Hunger Control” video series. Next Up: Hydration Not Drinking … Continue reading "6 Ways to Stop Being Hungry – Intro"
How do you get the most out of weight loss surgery?? Gastric Sleeve, Bypass and Banding are meant to do one thing control your hunger. So when you’re a postop patient but your feeling hungry all the time…what’s gone wrong? Be sure to watch all six videos in this “Hunger Control” video series. In this … Continue reading "6 Ways to Stop Being Hungry – Part One: Hydration"
