Fighting with midday tiredness? Feeling sleep deprived? We all have those days when a little energy would go a long way. Here are 8 easy ways, according to Health Magazine, to get energized and refreshed. Yawn away “Yawning is your body’s way of cooling down the brain, essentially waking it up,” explains Andrew Gallup, PhD, […]
We all know that a weight loss journey is not just about surgery and watching what we eat. It’s lifestyle changes. It encompasses all aspects of our lives. Mind, body, attitude, self-esteem are all included. Exercise is no exception. But what if you can’t make it to the gym everyday? Are there any close-to-home […]
Dating. It can be scary even on your best day especially when society has taught us to put so much focus on what is on the outside not the inside. This could possibly create feelings of rejection and low self esteem. Maybe even feeling unworthy of love. Some might find that dating is a great […]
Motivation and encouragement. We all need a little at times in our lives. Maybe in our jobs or as being parents, or even just as a member of your community, a little pat on the back goes a long way. We all have journeys we take and we all stumble at some point as well. […]
We often hear patients talk about how a lifestyle changes after weight loss surgery. One very common issue is eating out at restaurants. Of course, a new way of eating is always easier at home when you prepare your own meal. However, is it possible to enjoy a night on the town with friends or […]
The weight-loss surgery journey is one of the most profound changes in our lives. Following nutrition, an exercise and follow-up program may be hard work, but the most challenging daily adjustment is, “the way people treat me differently.” She burst into tears. Why? I had just walked into the hospital room, saying “your nurse tells […]
Everyone has habits whether they are good or bad ones. Our brains are programmed to work by habit so it allows us to keep learning new things and become efficient. Think about the example of driving. When we first received our drivers license and began driving we drove with both hands on the wheel, radio […]
It’s Time to Rethink New Year’s Resolutions Lot’s of people make them; few keep them. All too often, goals become overwhelming as people attempt to go from zero to sixty in a very short period of time. When that happens, many hit the brakes and abandon their resolutions. This year, what if the focus is […]
I’ve read lots of articles on many weight loss issues, but this one really tugged at my heart and actually inspired me to write a love letter of my own…. It’s long overdue… Meagan Karstens finally pays tribute to her body. Dear Body, I am aware that our relationship is not something that either of […]
What Happens To Your Feet When You Lose Weight? Your feet are like any other area of your body and are able to store fat. A healthy weight loss will promote your feet to become less prone to swelling as well as become smaller in size. So how much weight you’ll lose in your feet […]
