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!

Melting Mama Serves Up the Good Stuff

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!

Simple Steps to Lap-Band Success

Get a Daily Dose of Inspiration!

Tune in every day to 90 Seconds to Success for a word of encouragement from host Craig Thompson, and stay on track toward achieving your goals, wherever you are in your weight loss journey!

Get a Daily Dose of Inspiration!

Real Stories. Real Struggles. Real Success.

Find out what life after weight loss surgery is really like, as host Yvonne McCarthy speaks frankly with post-operative patients about their struggle to overcome obesity on our newest show WLS Journeys.

Real Stories. Real Struggles. Real Success.

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

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!

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Posted in Breaking WLS News, WLS News

Weight Loss Surgery Channel Highlights Hot Topics in Bariatric Medicine

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.

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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 not just the food on your plate--whats 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 Lap-Band 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 WLS

Changing 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 pie Strawberry Angel Pie Recipe

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

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.

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Posted in Breaking WLS News

Pregnancy after Weight Loss Surgery: ACOG Issues New Guidelines

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.

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Posted in Breaking WLS News

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