Melting Mama Serves Up the Good Stuff
Ever heard of bariatric beri beri? Find out why this condition isn't as tasty as it sounds, and get Melting Mama's advice on staving off malnutrition by making sure you're getting plenty of the good stuff. (Yep, we're talking vitamins, people.) Plus, she'll share a couple of her favorite choco-licious protein powders that make for some power-packed shakes, and get Beth's take on whether weight loss surgery is really the "easy way out". Click on over to tune in now!
Simple Steps to Lap-Band Success
The Lap-Band® is a powerful tool to promote rapid weight loss and improved health -- if you know how to use it right. Learn the simple steps to getting the most from your band in this video segment!
Weight Loss Surgery Channel | Lap-Band, Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve and Duodenal Switch Information and Support.
The Weight Loss Surgery Channel is the world's first television network for the weight loss surgery community, providing information, encouragement and support around the clock for pre- and post-op bariatric patients. Video programming and articles about the gastric bypass, Lap-Band®, Realize™ Band, gastric sleeve and duodenal switch are available online 24 hours a day for viewers who are considering bariatric surgery, as well as those who have already had weight loss surgery, their family members, friends and healthcare providers.
Weight Loss Surgery News – July 3, 2009
03 July 2009
In the July 3, 2009 edition of WLS News, learn why breakfast really is the most important meal of the day when it comes to keeping off extra weight. Plus, discover the super fat-burning ingredient in your kitchen pantry, learn how obesity affects your brain, and find out the secret to longevity for people with a higher BMI. It's all in this week's newscast -- click the link to watch now!
Posted in Breaking WLS News, WLS News
Weight Loss Surgery Channel Highlights Hot Topics in Bariatric Medicine
27 June 2009
The Weight Loss Surgery Channel shone a spotlight on hot topics ranging from post-operative patient support to legislative initiatives aimed at curbing America’s obesity crisis during its wrap up show at the close of the 26th annual meeting of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
Posted in Breaking WLS News
Purpose of PainHave you ever asked yourself why WLS is so hard? Craig Thompson has the answer.
Weight Loss Surgery: Knowing the Basics
What are the risks? What are the rewards? Should you have it?
Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery
Discover the three essential steps to preparing for bariatric surgery.
The Lap-Band ExplainedLearn how the Lap-Band® works, and see what the band actually looks like.
Which weight loss surgery is right for you? This short video will help you decide.
It’s not just the food on your plate--what’s going on your head matters, too.
What you eat in the first days and weeks following surgery is very important.
Do Not Despise Small Beginnings
Discover how celebrating small victories can help you reach big goals.
Exercise after Weight Loss Surgery
Physical activity melts fat faster! Learn what you need to know about exercise post-op.
Simple Steps to Lap-Band Success
Bariatric surgeons Dr. Ron Heiker and Dr. Rachael Keilin break down the essentials.
Learn how to work through difficult emotions without taking a torch to your relationships.
Discover why success is sweeter—and easier—with a weight loss surgery support group.
Changing your lifestyle means changing your mindset, first.
What do you do when someone isn’t happy about your weight loss?
Mmm! A delicious treat you can enjoy after weight loss surgery.
Send us the story of your WLS journey.
Not only will be make you FAMOUS... Your story is a stepping stone of hope for those about to embark on this life transforming journey Email us at mystory@weightlosssurgerychannel.com
Weight Loss Surgery Increases Fracture Risk
01 July 2009
Weight loss surgery patients are twice as likely to suffer from bone fractures, according to a new study from Mayo Clinic. Get the details on the research findings, and learn how you can reduce your risk of bone fracture, in this report from Weight Loss Surgery News.
Posted in Breaking WLS News
Pregnancy after Weight Loss Surgery: ACOG Issues New Guidelines
30 June 2009
Women considering pregnancy after weight loss surgery take note: The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has issued new guidelines to protect the health of both mother and child.
Posted in Breaking WLS News
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Get one here- TerryT: I eat breakfast every morning…..if I don’t I have found the hard way I have a huge drop in...
- Yvonne McCarthy: And there’s the fact that when we skip breakfast, we throw our bodies into starvation mode...
- Dr. Sanae Tanaka: I forgot to add, the vinegar diet, especially the brown vinegar diet has been a fad here for the...
- Dr. Sanae Tanaka: With the Japanese study on obesity and longeivty, please keep in mind that obesity in Japan is...
- Zola Lander: Great wrap up show!!!! Lots of excitement but relaxed and informal. Love this somuch better than the...
- Sean: Great video! Could not agree more; post opperative care is the KEY!! Thanks for all that you do! Keep it up...
- Sean: Great video! Could not agree more; post opperative care is the KEY!! Thanks for all that you do! Keep it up...
- Sabrenia Girtman: It was so good seeing Dr. Garth since the last time I saw him in Feb. The awareness and energy he...
- Toni: I had gastric bypass 6 years ago lost 100lbs in the last year and half put on 60lbs so had the band done but...
- Gina Robinson: WOW!!! The Drs Davis make me want to have surgery all over again!!!
