Morgan Bartley: My Weight Loss Story
Written By: Morgan Bartley When I first started looking into weight loss surgery, I was seventeen years old and felt like I had no idea where to even begin with the process. After dealing with obesity for most of my life, it was when I found myself at nearly 300 pounds that I decided it […]
Is this a Red Flag after Weight Loss Surgery?
Written By: Emma Squillace After you’ve had weight loss surgery, there will be a period of recovery and healing. Most patients do very well after surgery, but it’s important to be educated on any red flags to look for. During your recovery – and for years after – it’s normal to wonder what signs […]
Men & Varicose Veins
When you picture someone who has varicose veins, do you imagine a woman? If so, that is fair since there are more women than men with these visible veins. One reason that a somewhat higher percent of women get varicose veins is because they can be linked to pregnancy and hormonal changes. However, the gender […]
Why Sleep Matters for Weight Loss Surgery Patients
If you’re like most adults, you’re not getting the recommended amount of sleep each night. And while busy schedules, careers, and taking care of our families & ourselves make an early bedtime tricky, there are some important weight loss implications to skipping out on a good night’s sleep. Sleep & reduced sugar intake Losing weight […]
Restless Leg Syndrome
Written By: Emma Squillace Restless Leg Syndrome is a frustrating and uncomfortable condition that affects an estimated 10% of the US. While some people with Restless Leg Syndrome have only mild symptoms, others have moderate to severe symptoms that interfere with their lives. People often ask if Restless Leg Syndrome is related to varicose veins. […]
5 Healthy Habits of Gastric Balloon Patients
Written By: Emma Squillace The gastric balloon is a device that we put in your stomach – without using surgery – for 6 months. This balloon (or multiple balloons), takes up room and helps you lose weight. People who have the balloon implanted say they feel full after eating small meals, and go for longer […]
Obesity & Motherhood
Written By: Emma Squillace Fighting obesity is difficult enough before children come into the picture, but can get even more challenging when they do. From excess weight causing potential fertility problems, to pregnancies getting in the way of future weight loss, the ties between motherhood and obesity are complex. Let’s take a look at some […]
The Pain of Varicose Veins
Written By: Emma Squillace Varicose veins may look unsightly and cause people to feel self-conscious about summer clothing, but they are more than a cosmetic issue. Varicose veins can be quite painful. There are some lucky people who do not feel physical symptoms of varicose veins, although often as time goes by, the symptoms […]
Weight Loss Surgery Linked to Lower Risks of Cancer
Bariatric surgery and weight loss can have a huge impact on your health and wellbeing. Leading an active lifestyle and maintaining a healthy weight can help you look and feel better, but did you know it can also reduce your risk of cancer? A recent study at the University of Cincinnati shows that having weight […]
Steps to Feeling Good About Yourself After Bariatric Surgery
Written By: Emma Squillace Before people have bariatric surgery, many of them picture losing a lot of weight and being over the moon about how they look. Lots of bariatric surgery patients are not only happy with their results, but also believe their surgery was the start of their new life. However, the road to […]