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Dino DeVita struggled with addiction issues stemming from childhood sexual abuse. At one point, he weighed close to 400 pounds. Read his story to learn how Dino’s successful weight loss surgery has enabled his dream of bodybuilding glory.
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Chef Dave Does Dinner
 Why wait for Thanksgiving to dig into a delectable turkey dish? Chef Dave whips up a scrumptious, protein-rich dinner of turkey meatballs with tzatziki sauce and a mouthwatering dessert of brandy baked apples in the latest episode of Eating Right Every Bite. Tune in and learn how to make healthy, low-cal recipes that are perfect for weight loss surgery patients. Click here to watch now! |
Health Update
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Obesity Affects Everyone:
A Conversation with Barbara Thompson
Weight loss surgery advocate Barbara Thompson, vice-chair of the Obesity Action Coalition since 2005, once took the personal steps to overcome obesity. Today, she advocates for others to achieve the same victory. But she also knows obesity affects everyone — those who have it and even those who don’t. Learn about her journey and the work of the OAC in this compelling interview from the 2009 ASMBS Conference. |
The Weight Loss Surgery Channel offers breaking news, resources and encouragement for post-op patients. But we can’t do it alone. Come see us on Facebook, or join our Meet-Up Group. Get company and support from people who have had weight loss surgery, or are thinking about it. Check us out!
Sincerely,
Craig Thompson
12 Years PostOp RNY
President
Weight Loss Surgery Channel
Greetings!
In this special report from the annual ASMBS meeting, Dr. Stephen Ritz explains what patients can expect from the psychological evaluation prior to weight loss surgery. Dr. Ritz believes every patient should undergo a psychological evaluation prior to their procedure, and “understand exactly what weight loss surgery has in store for them.” He also discusses the psychological impact of bariatric surgery, and how to navigate this new terrain. Click the image above to watch the interview.
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Health Update
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Cities, Organizations Take Up Arms Against Obesity
In the August 21, 2009 edition of WLS News, find out if social stress makes you gain weight, take a look at a new alliance in the fight against childhood obesity, and discover whether weight loss surgery is really safe. You’ll also hear about a program to certify doctors in weight management. Plus “bariatric girl” Yvonne McCarthy highlights a great WLS blog in her weekly report on the World Wide Web. Catch the current episode right here!
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Social Networking
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Meet New Friends in the WLS Community!
 If you haven’t already connected with the Weight Loss Surgery Channel on Facebook, you’re missing out on the action! Not only can you get special updates on breaking news and upcoming events, but you can also be a part of our Meet-Up Group, and get to know other WLS pre- and post-op patients in your area. Click here to friend us on Facebook now!
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If you’re at least three years post-op and have an important message to share about your weight loss surgery journey, we want to hear from you! We are looking for WLS Success Stories to feature both on the Weight Loss Surgery Channel website and in upcoming shows.
Stories should be 500 words or more, with plenty of before and after pics. Links to YouTube videos are great, too. This is not the place to promote a product or service, but simply to provide encouragement to your fellow travelers on the WLS highway.
Interested? Click here to submit your story, and help pay it forward.
Sincerely,
Craig Thompson
12 Years PostOp RNY
President
Weight Loss Surgery Channel
Greetings!
In the August 14, 2009 edition of WLS News, we’ll look at a new partnership between an obesity research group and a major education company created to help weight loss surgery patients get the lifestyle education they need. We’ll also examine the role that brown fat — otherwise known as baby fat — plays in helping you burn off regular old unsightly white fat. And, it’s that time of year again…time for Uncle Sam to make his annual visit, bringing weight loss program funding to all good girls and boys. We’ll show you what’s in your stocking — and how much it could cost you. Watch this week’s newscast now!
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Tasty Tidbits
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More Delicious Recipes Comin’ Your Way!
 If you caught the debut of Eating Right Every Bite earlier this month, you already know that Chef Dave is an expert in whipping up scrumptious, nutritious recipes that are just right for WLS patients. Well, our favorite bariatric chef is back! We’ll be airing a new episode of Eating Right Every Bite tomorrow, so you can treat your family and friends to some fantastic new meals this weekend. What’s on the menu? Chef Dave will be stirring up some fun with a couple of delicious, healthful stir-fry recipes you will absolutely love. You can even download a PDF of the recipes right below the video player! The new episode hits the airwaves tomorrow. Be sure to check it out!
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Medical Update
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The Fight Against Childhood Obesity
Childhood obesity is a serious problem worldwide. Take the UK for example: Government statistics say that around 31% of school-age children in England are overweight or obese, and predict that 90% will be overweight or obese by 2050. So, what’s to be done? Dame Deirdre Hutton, the soon-to-be ex-chair of the UK’s Food Standards Agency has an answer — one that is causing a lot of controversy across the pond. Get the details in this report from WLS News.
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Research shows that women who suffer from obesity have higher rates of cancer, including breast cancer. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with breast cancer, be sure to watch tomorrow’s episode of Plastic Surgery Talk on our sister network, The Plastic Surgery Channel. The show features Rebecca Larson, a 32-year-old breast cancer survivor who underwent reconstructive surgery after a double mastectomy, and Dr. Louis Bucky, MD, FACS, a board certified plastic surgeon who performs more than 400 breast surgeries each year. Dr. Bucky explains the factors that determine whether a woman is a candidate for reconstructive surgery, and how breast cancer patients can make sure they are fully informed about their treatment options.
Don’t miss this important episode of Plastic Surgery Talk, which airs tomorrow on The Plastic Surgery Channel.
Sincerely,
Craig Thompson
12 Years PostOp RNY
President
Weight Loss Surgery Channel
Greetings!
After having weight loss surgery in 2002, Chef Dave Fouts quickly realized bariatric patients had no good resources for delicious, pouch-friendly meals. He started to create his own nutritious, flavorful dishes to make mealtime fun again. And, when friends clamored for this classically trained chef’s recipes, he gladly shared with them. Now, he’s going to share with you! He’s hosting our new show, Eating Right Every Bite. Click here to see the first episode!
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In the Spotlight
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Could You Be the Next WLS Channel Star?
We are currently developing a new show, 2009 WLS Channel Star, and we’re looking for post-op patients with a remarkable story to tell. If you have an incredible WLS journey or know someone else who does, complete our online questionnaire to be considered as a contestant!
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Health Update
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Weight Loss Surgery News
 In the August 7, 2009 edition of WLS News, find out how close we are to a miracle weight loss drug that really works, and learn why social networking could be a factor in childhood obesity. Plus, we’ll take an in-depth look at some unsettling statistics between obesity and race, and explain why a popular and effective form of weight loss surgery could boost your chances of developing another common — and extremely painful — internal disorder. Yvonne McCarthy will also stop in with a great recommendation for finding healthy, mouth-watering recipes that are just right for bariatric patients. Get the full scoop in this week’s episode of WLS News!
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Legal News
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 Childhood Obesity at Center of Controversial Court Case
Can the state take your child away from you because you’ve allowed him to become obese? Sounds like a nightmare…but that’s what happened to one mother in South Carolina, whose son was taken from her custody and put into foster care. See the full report here!
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Got a news story you think we should cover? Is there a topic you’d like to see on one of our programs? Send us an email — we’d love to hear from you!
Sincerely,
Craig Thompson
12 Years PostOp RNY
President
Weight Loss Surgery Channel
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In the July 31, 2009 edition of WLS News, we’ll look at the link between obese parents and obese kids. Surprise! It’s not genetic. We’ll also find out why grapefruit is great for people who are looking to lose weight–and why some people still shouldn’t eat it. Plus, we’ll investigate the serious damage obesity can do to your joints, and tell you about a chemical secreted by your cells that may play an important role in your body’s metabolism. Watch this week’s newscast now!
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Tasty Tidbits
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Chef Dave Debuts Tomorrow
We are thrilled to announce the debut of Eating Right Every Bite, a new twice-monthly cooking show featuring Chef Dave! After having weight loss surgery in 2002, Chef David Fouts quickly realized bariatric patients had no good resources for cooking advice. As a classically trained chef, he decided to develop nutritious, pouch-friendly recipes that make mealtime fun again. What’s in store for the first episode? Crisp and refreshing summer salads, including a quick and easy Grilled Chicken Pecan Salad, Spinach Salad with Strawberry Vinaigrette, and a delicious Watermelon Salad for dessert. The show hits the airwaves tomorrow–be sure to check it out!
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Medical Update
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Researchers Testing Weight Loss Surgery in a Pill
Imagine a pill that does everything that weight loss surgery does–with no bad side effects. Sounds hard to believe, right? It’s true–a team of biochemists have discovered a synthetic hormone that can dramatically reduce body fat. Question is, when will the miracle pill be available? We’ve got the details in this report from WLS News.
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Research shows that women who suffer from obesity have higher rates of cancer, including breast cancer. The good news is that breast cancer can be treated if caught early. In fact, mortality rates decreased by 1.8% each year between 1998 and 2005. But sadly, 70% of women who undergo breast cancer treatment are not fully informed about their options for reconstructive surgery, according to a recent report by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with breast cancer, be sure to watch the upcoming episode of Plastic Surgery Talk on our sister network, The Plastic Surgery Channel. The show features Rebecca Larson, a 32-year-old breast cancer survivor who underwent reconstructive surgery after a double mastectomy, and Dr. Louis Bucky, MD, FACS, a board certified plastic surgeon who performs more than 400 breast surgeries each year. Dr. Bucky explains the factors that determine whether a woman is a candidate for reconstructive surgery, and how breast cancer patients can make sure they are fully informed about their treatment options.
Don’t miss this important episode of Plastic Surgery Talk, which airs tomorrow on The Plastic Surgery Channel.
Sincerely,
Craig Thompson
12 Years PostOp RNY
President
Weight Loss Surgery Channel
Greetings!
In this week’s edition of WLS News, find out whether the germs in your mouth are making you fat, and learn whether sleep apnea really is affected by weight loss surgery. Then, take a trip down the aisle with the authors of a new study to find out whether getting married means saying “I do” to weight gain. Click the image above to catch this week’s edition.
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Health Trends
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Southerners Fight Battle of the Bulge
 Chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes with gravy — is that why one-third of the folks from Mississippi are obese? Eight out of the ten states with the highest rate of obesity are in the South. To find out why — and what can be done about it — watch this report.
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Community Connections
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Tell Us What’s On Your Mind
 He rocks in the treetops all day long, hoppin’ and a boppin’ and a singin’ his song…all the little birdies on Jaybird Street love to hear the robin go “tweet tweet tweet” — and so do we! Click here to follow us on Twitter!
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We are adding lots of new videos and articles to the Weight Loss Surgery Channel every week to help our friends and viewers get healthy and feel great. Be sure to check out our new Life After WLS section for guidance and encouragement — and let us know what you’d like to see on the channel!
Sincerely,
Craig Thompson
12 Years PostOp RNY
President
Weight Loss Surgery Channel
