A Guide to Overcoming a Weight Loss Plateau for Bariatric Patients
Many people see significant weight loss at the beginning of their weight loss journey, but it is common to hit a stall. For bariatric surgery patients, this plateau or stall often happens around 3 to…
Read MoreSlow Cooker Sloppy Joe Bowl
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef 1 small red onion, diced 1 (10 ¾ oz) can diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce ½ cup ketchup (look for lowest sugar content available) Instructions: Brown the ground…
Read MoreFrench Toast Cloud Bread
Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 5 mins Total time: 10 mins Ingredients 8 slices cloud bread 2 eggs 1/4 cup fat free milk 1/4 cup any sugar-free granulated sweetener you prefer 1 tsp ground…
Read MoreProtein-Packed Breakfast Burritos
This recipe is great for making ahead. It is freezer friendly and provides a healthy, on-the-go meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Ingredients: 6 small, whole wheat tortillas 3 medium sweet potatoes 1 (15 oz)…
Read More10 Ways to Stay Active on Vacation
As the weather warms up, the mind wanders to summer vacation. It's easy to get lost in planning a memorable time for children, or you may have a trip that you repeat every year. This…
Read MoreThe Cost of Dieting vs. The Cost of Weight Loss Surgery
When considering the cost of weight loss surgery, begin by comparing costs of struggling with obesity with the cost of bariatric surgery. The direct costs of obesity include the price of health care and medication…
Read MoreObesity and Comorbidities
Obesity and Comorbidities Comorbidity is a disease or condition which occurs at the same time as another disease. Obesity is a risk factor for the development of life-threatening and costly comorbid conditions. These comorbid illnesses…
Read MoreThe Costs of Obesity at Work
If you are questioning if you can afford weight loss surgery, it’s important to compare the direct and indirect costs of obesity with the cost of bariatric surgery. Direct costs include the price of health…
Read MoreThe Effects of Obesity on Fertility
The Connection Between Obesity and Infertility Starting a family can be an exciting and joyous time, but for couples facing infertility it can be a heartbreaking and expensive experience. Obesity has been found to affect…
Read MoreObesity and the Cost of Diabetes
The Cost of Obesity Weight loss surgery has been shown to improve or cure type 2 diabetes. People suffering with obesity and Type 2 diabetes may consider weight loss surgery, but have concerns about the…
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