Of all the many emails I get from bariatric patients – there is none more common than a plea for help getting back on track. Emails like this… I am so disappointed with myself I feel like a complete loser. I believe that I have stretched my pouch out. I’ve gained 13 pounds and I’m … Continue reading "Hey Post-ops! Get Back On Track Today!"
You know what’s missing on this website?? I don’t help you with exercise. And I know it. I do exercise in my personal life but I’m not a great source of knowledge about exercise. And, honestly, some days I’m not even that good at encouraging it. Which is why I am SUPER excited to tell … Continue reading "5 Steps to Start Exercising Successfully"
We’ve been working so hard here at FoodCoach.Me to offer more ways to support you on your journey to wellness!! While there are countless other ideas in my brain of what I want to create with this little website, TODAY I get to announce two super exciting features that we’ve added for you to start utilizing … Continue reading "NEW Member Features Released!!"
You’ve probably tried the microwavable turkey sausage links and patties. But what about turkey bacon? I’ve always purchased the “fully cooked” turkey bacon that you still had to “cook.” You know what I mean. It’s the turkey bacon package next to all the many varieties of the “real deal” bacon. It’s cooked through so … Continue reading "Heat and Eat Turkey Bacon? Product Review"
Am I Really Hungry After Weight Loss Surgery? Eating with awareness. NOTE: This post was originally created after a live speaking event at the Obesity Help 2016 National Convention and has been updated in August 2018. This past weekend I was given the opportunity to speak at the Obesity Help 2016 National Convention. What … Continue reading "“Am I Really Hungry” – ObesityHelp National Convention"
You know what I’ve noticed? Brussels Sprouts get a bad rap. Ever since I was a kid it was involved in jokes about the gross vegetable on the school lunch tray or something your grandma would eat (I’m not certain that my Grandma WOULD eat brussels sprouts). It makes me think of looking at my … Continue reading "Steam in Bag Brussels Sprouts"
Tell us about your weight struggle prior to surgery: Oh my it was a struggle my whole life. I wore a size women’s 20 when I was in the 3rd grade. I was always a big girl and tall my whole life. I was on diet pills when I was in grade school and they … Continue reading "Kathy’s Lost 163 Pounds and Counting!"
Trying to find a protein shake that doesn’t contain whey protein?? There are a myriad of reasons why a whey protein may not be best for someone. Whether it’s a true allergy or simply an intolerance to the ingredient, it’s important to know what other options you have! The important note for weight control and … Continue reading "Whey Free Protein Powder Options"
I know it’s a lovely topic. Even typing out “throwing up” makes me feel queasy. Let’s start the morning off right with a conversation about the pukes!!! #nothankyou However, if you are reading this post, chances are you need to know. This is a phone call I get from time to time in my … Continue reading "WLS Questions – I Keep Throwing Up (Even Soft Foods…)"
Do you feel like you aren’t losing weight fast enough after your weight-loss surgery? If you’re a post-op sleeve, bypass or duodenal switch patient, chances are you’ve worried about this. What’s the rate of weight loss supposed to be? How much should you be losing each week? Here’s the thing. This is much more complicated than … Continue reading "Are You Losing Fast Enough? Post-Op Worries After WLS"
