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Everything you need to know about living your best post-op bariatric surgery life.

Still Digging Your Grave with your Teeth?

Still Digging Your Grave with your Teeth?

The Easy Way Out Is To Change, Not Have More Surgery! 

FAQ: Can I use HONEY instead of artificial sweetener?

FAQ: Can I use HONEY instead of artificial sweetener?

Which sweetener is best to use after bariatric surgery? I don't like artificial sweeteners, can I use Honey or just a little regular sugar?

Lose Weight on Your Vacation!

Lose Weight on Your Vacation!

Is it a coincidence that there are more 'large people' at the Lido Deck Buffet? Probably not.
How to Outsmart the Holiday Food Pushers!

How to Outsmart the Holiday Food Pushers!

They may appear innocent but Grandma, Grandpa and your terribly jealous 'fat' sister can be brutal when it comes to your sticking to your guns.

Every Meal Does NOT Need to be Thanksgiving

Every Meal Does NOT Need to be Thanksgiving

I am a really good cook but some of the meals that some of you prepare and post in our BE Support Group on Facebook are EXHAUSTING.

It's All Fun & Games 'til Your Jeans Don't Fit!

It's All Fun & Games 'til Your Jeans Don't Fit!

There is no Easy Button, there is no Magic Wand, there is No Pill. No one is going to save you, you have to save yourself!

Do we ever THINK like a Slim person?

Do we ever THINK like a Slim person?

I have often wondered if we are programmed differently.

A Happy 4th of July is all up to YOU!

A Happy 4th of July is all up to YOU!

Living with bariatric surgery takes dedication as life includes holidays, anniversaries, vacations, and parties with friends.

You can't hate your way into loving yourself!

You can't hate your way into loving yourself!

Wow, you look GREAT!  Who me? Naaaa, I still have 100 more pounds to lose and LOOK at my arms, all this skin!
Choose ONE Fat... Not Two... Not Three. ONE.

Choose ONE Fat... Not Two... Not Three. ONE.

Only a Bariatric Post op can turn SALAD into a 'bacon cheese ranch' fat bomb and not even realize what they've done.

It's All in the "Why" - Coke Zero Sugar - Not My Trigger

It's All in the "Why" - Coke Zero Sugar - Not My Trigger

"I am going to share something with you all. It is not a ëconfessioní because I did nothing wrong, but I want to start a conversation."  - Matt Frassica, Admin Bariatric Eating Support on Facebook    

FAQ: Did your Doctor give you a Bariatric Card?

FAQ: Did your Doctor give you a Bariatric Card?

Years ago, back when people had never heard of bariatric surgery, some doctors offices gave their patients 'bariatric cards'. These cards assisted us if we ever needed help in explaining our surgery for medical needs.

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