The year has flown by and the holidays are approaching. Christmas has always been a fun and exciting holiday for me. It’s my fave of the Five Fs: Faith, Family, Friends, Food and Fun! I enjoy...
Following post-bariatric surgery, it’s vital to get active. Here are some fitness tips to consider when you’re ready to start:
Whether you are considering bariatric surgery, have already undergone a procedure or have just stumbled upon this blog by accident, I bet you have had someone tell you to eat more protein.
Since beginning my career in the nutrition field, I have been shocked to find that many people find the grocery store to be a scary, intimidating or confusing place. Because I am so often asked about...
Ask anyone in the United States–and possibly the world–and they will tell you that the month of January is associated with new beginnings and New Year’s resolutions. But when it comes to resolutions,...
I’m a new grandma. I have a beautiful (is there any other kind?) grandson that lights up my world. It has been fascinating to watch him learn and explore. Everything is new and wonderful to him....
I remember the Sunday morning when I woke up. I waddled to the bathroom and glanced in the mirror, something I rarely did in those days. As I stood there, staring at my image, I thought, “How did I...
With summer here, it’s time to break out the shorts, skirts and sundresses. And the thought of adorning summer attire causes a ripple of fear to go through me. Am I ready for this change in wardrobe?...
Preparing and enduring bariatric surgery is no easy feat. This takes a lot of discipline and hard work to achieve the result and weight loss that is promoted with the surgery. However, some patients...
This story is especially for you ladies. I personally have more jewelry – costume jewelry, that is – than I will ever need or use in my lifetime. I have two dedicated drawers in my dresser that house...
Maybe you’ve said it before, “This will be the year I lose the weight.” Don’t be discouraged if this isn’t the first time significant weight loss has been your resolution in the New Year. If you’ve...
Maybe you’ve seen reality television shows where people compete to lose significant amounts of weight—100 pounds or more—and you think, “Why can’t I do that?” It’s important to know that the...