Fatphobia in the Medical Community: It is Time for Change Fatphobia, or weight bias, within the medical community, is a deeply ingrained issue with far-reaching consequences. It refers to prejudice, stereotyping, or discriminatory behavior toward individuals based on their body size or weight. This can occur subconsciously or consciously for many providers. While healthcare is…
This can be a hard topic to talk about, but I do not think that it is discussed enough post-weight loss surgery. It’s called Body Dysmorphia. Maybe you’ve heard of it, or maybe you have or currently are experiencing it. Battling body dysmorphia after weight loss surgery can be a challenging and emotional journey. Body…
I mean talking about bloodwork is not the most exciting thing- I know this, but it definitely is something that should be discussed! I decided I’d write this blog post because I am due for my annual lab work! The specific bloodwork and tests you should have can vary depending on the type of weight…
When you commit to weight loss surgery, you’re also pretty much committing to a relationship with vitamins and supplements. There are SO many vitamin brands it can be hard to find what you might consider the “right” ones. At the end of the day, they’re all mostly created equal. Also, you might hear a naysayer…
I mean, let’s face it—when we made the choice to have weight loss surgery, we did something that was life-changing. While it’s fairly easy to notice the physical changes, what about the mental side of this? I feel like this is not talked about as much. This is such a tricky thing to navigate, but…
The holidays are already upon us… I can’t believe I am saying that!This time of the year brings family, friends, football, and, of course, food. For a lot of people, the food that comes with the holidays can cause some stress. They may worry they will find themselves underrating, overeating, or binging. Here at Living…
YOU DID IT! Welcome to the “other side.” Embarking on this weight loss journey is such a transformative experience, and for a lot of individuals, bariatric surgery becomes the catalyst for a healthier and more fulfilling life. Beyond the actual surgical procedure, life after bariatric surgery is definitely a journey of both physical and emotional…
What is Intuitive Eating? If you are a human on this earth, you have been around for many fad diets. Along with these fad diets comes conflicting nutritional advice. The concept of intuitive eating emerged as a refreshing and holistic approach to nourishing any type of body. Developed by dietitians Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch…
