Liz A | Down 31 lbs
Down 31 pounds! Thank you, Dr. Kuri!!! Going strong
What is Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
If you have been struggling to lose weight and have a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 35, maybe you’ve considered bariatric surgery. You probably already know that bariatric surgery is an option for some people who have not been able to lose weight with other methods. What you may not know is there are different types of bariatric surgery, including one called a sleeve gastrectomy.
So, what is it, exactly?
A sleeve gastrectomy is a procedure to […]
I’m Done being Fat: Gastric Sleeve Surgery is Life-Changing
I vividly remember when I started to get fat.
I had been hospitalized for a couple of weeks. Each mealtime, patients would line up and then go, en masse, to the cafeteria. You could eat as much as you wanted, and I, for some reason, did just that.
Those two weeks started me on a road to gluttony that has had a profound impact on my life.
It’s a road that will come to an end in a […]
Surgery for Weight Loss: A Standard Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes
Weight Loss Surgery should be a Standard Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes
Weight-loss surgery not only leads to dramatic weight loss, it also reverses type 2 diabetes in most people who undergo these stomach-shrinking procedures. In fact, international diabetes organizations now say that surgery for weight loss should become a more routine treatment option for people with type 2 diabetes—even those who are only mildly obese.
Many of […]
Woman loses 124 lbs with the Gastric Sleeve, taking a selfie a day
Christine Carter, 28, is a weight-loss success story, but her journey to a happy, healthy weight might look a bit different than most people’s paths. And that’s totally fine with her.
In August 2014, Carter underwent laparoscopic gastric sleeve resection surgery, and to date, has lost 150 pounds and kept it off.
“Nothing else was working.”
Christine Carter’s “aha” moment that she needed to get serious about weight loss happened in July 2014 […]
“Pawn Stars” Corey Harrison loses 192 lbs with the Lap-Band®
‘Big Hoss’ Harrison of ‘Pawn Stars’ not only lost weight, but kept it off
The History Channel “#Pawn Stars” might get confused with “Extreme Makeover” as several have gotten a new look. #Corey Harrison lost a jaw-dropping 192 pounds and, even more amazing, has managed to keep it off. Austin “Chumlee” Russell another of the formerly obese “Pawn Stars” thought “Big Hoss” Harrison looked so good he thought he’d try to lose weight -and he did. […]
Getting Saucy – Make Healthier Sauces and Dressings
Flavorful salad dressings and sauces can bring healthy meals to a whole new level — they make vegetables, lean meats, whole-grain pastas, and salads taste even better. Store-bought products can be loaded with fat, calories, and sodium, learning to make your own sauces and salad dressings is an important skill when it comes to preparing good-for-you dishes
Which Exercise Burns More Calories?
Regular exercise is essential for managing your weight, reducing your disease risk, and much more. But if you’re not maximizing your calorie burn during your daily dose of activity, you could be selling your health short. Take our quiz and find out if you’re a calorie-torching master, or if you need to make over your fitness routine for more effective workouts.
Do’s and Don’ts to Keep you Motivated and Moving Forward
Whether you’re following a healthy routine for the first time (or if it has been a long time) , here are some helpful tips to keep in mind as you get started. These tips will help you stick with it when you’re feeling grumpy, tired, frustrated or hungry.
Yoga Pose – Mountain Pose (Tadasana)
Mountain pose is the foundation of all yoga poses.
Squeeze Fitness Into Your Day
Turn idle time into exercise time by taking every opportunity to move your body.
