‘Biggest Loser’ Winner Shows Off Tummy Tuck

Biggest Loser winner Olivia Ward opted for a tummy tuck to remove excess skin after shedding 116 pounds. See her journey and dramatic transformation.

‘Biggest Loser’ Winner Shows Off Tummy Tuck

Obesity Increases Risk of Injury

Obesity raises the odds of injury at home and at work, and also slows recovery time, according to a recent study.

Obesity Increases Risk of Injury

WLS Success: Separating Head Hunger from Physical Hunger

WLS patients often have to break the lifelong habit of emotional eating and relearn what it really means to be physically hungry. Bariatric Physician Assistant Chrystyna Senkel explains how.

WLS Success: Separating Head Hunger from Physical Hunger

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.
‘Biggest Loser’ Winner Shows Off Tummy Tuck

‘Biggest Loser’ Winner Shows Off Tummy Tuck

24 November 2011

Biggest Loser winner Olivia Ward opted for a tummy tuck to remove excess skin after shedding 116 pounds. See her journey and dramatic transformation.

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Posted in Breaking WLS News, Features

UK Quietly Disbands Government Obesity Panel

UK Quietly Disbands Government Obesity Panel

22 November 2011

Obesity rates continue to rise across the UK at a startling pace, so why did government leaders disband the panel tasked with tackling obesity in Britain?

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Posted in Breaking WLS News

 

The purpose of painPurpose of Pain

Have you ever asked yourself why WLS is so hard? Craig Thompson has the answer.

 

 

Weight Loss Surgery BasicsWeight Loss Surgery: Knowing the Basics

What are the risks? What are the rewards? Should you have it?

 

Preparing for weight loss surgeryPreparing for Weight Loss Surgery

Discover the three essential steps to preparing for bariatric surgery.

 

Lap Band explainedThe Lap-Band Explained

Learn how the Lap-Band® works, and see what the band actually looks like.

 

Lap Band vs Gastric BypassLap-Band vs. Gastric Bypass

Which weight loss surgery is right for you? This short video will help you decide.

 

 

 

The keys are insideThe Keys are Inside

Its going on your head matters, too.

 

 


Post Weight Loss Surgery Diet

Post Surgery Diet

 What you eat in the first days and weeks following surgery is very important.

 


Small Beginnings

Do Not Despise Small Beginnings

Discover how celebrating small victories can help you reach big goals.


Exercise after gastric bypass Exercise after Weight Loss Surgery

 Physical activity melts fat faster! Learn what you need to know about exercise post-op.

 

 

Simple steps to Lapband success

Simple Steps to Lapband Success

Bariatric surgeons Dr. Ron Heiker and Dr. Rachael Keilin break down the essentials.

 

Resisting resentment

Resisting Resentment

 Learn how to work through difficult emotions without taking a torch to your relationships.

 

Support you need

 The Support You Need

 Discover why success is sweeter—and easier—with a weight loss surgery support group.


Changing your lifestyle after WLSChanging Your Lifestyle

 Changing your lifestyle means changing your mindset, first.

 

Dealing with saboteurs

Dealing with Saboteurs

 What do you do when someone isn’t happy about your weight loss?

 

Strawberry pieStrawberry Angel Pie Recipe

 Mmm! A delicious treat you can enjoy after weight loss surgery.


 

 

Dino DeVita

From bypass to bodybuilding, a story of victory over abuse.


Paula Kilgore
What to wear? The best part of losing weight brings a special challenge.


Annette Bulger
A Health scare prompted Annette to have weight loss surgery.




Send us your success story at mystory@weightlosssurgerychannel.com

Obesity Increases Risk of Injury

Obesity Increases Risk of Injury

21 November 2011

Obesity raises the odds of injury at home and at work, and also slows recovery time, according to a recent study.

Read the full story

Posted in Breaking WLS News, Features

WLS Success: Separating Head Hunger from Physical Hunger

WLS Success: Separating Head Hunger from Physical Hunger

20 November 2011

WLS patients often have to break the lifelong habit of emotional eating and relearn what it really means to be physically hungry. Bariatric Physician Assistant Chrystyna Senkel explains how.

Read the full story

Posted in Breaking WLS News, Features, Life After WLS

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