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Halloween is JUST the Beginning

Halloween is JUST the Beginning

Even though we are STILL AT HOME, there seems to be Halloween Candy EVERYWHERE I LOOK.
FAQ: I had weight loss surgery last week, why isn't the scale moving?

FAQ: I had weight loss surgery last week, why isn't the scale moving?

This is a very common question we see in our support group. Why isn't the scale moving?

FAQ: Why Can't I Use a Straw? Does Anyone Use a Straw?

FAQ: Why Can't I Use a Straw? Does Anyone Use a Straw?

The arguments over using a straw are nuts, but we get it. The topic creates almost as much passion and drama as the "which surgery is best" debate. Let us explain it to you.
FAQ: What Do I Do About Constipation?

FAQ: What Do I Do About Constipation?

Constipated? Haven't gone in how many days? Constipation Is 2nd Common Complication Post Bariatric Surgery. Read This In Order To Know What To Do.
Broccoli... good food or punishment?

Broccoli... good food or punishment?

I recently read a study outlining the habits of thousands of regular non-wls people who have lost significant weight and kept it off. There were a few interesting patterns that jumped out for me.

Why Meal Prepping May NOT be Helping You

Why Meal Prepping May NOT be Helping You

Fun fact: You Do Not Need to Meal Prep to be Successful.

You Didn't Have Surgery to Eat Like a Barbie Doll

You Didn't Have Surgery to Eat Like a Barbie Doll

I just read a great post in our Facebook Support group that made me sad.

FAQ: What happens when I lose the weight? How do I maintain?

FAQ: What happens when I lose the weight? How do I maintain?

This is a very common question in our Facebook Groups, so donít feel bad if youíve wondered this too!

FAQ: How Did you Regain After Having Bariatric Surgery?

FAQ: How Did you Regain After Having Bariatric Surgery?

Every day someone in our Facebook Group asks how it is even POSSIBLE for a Bariatric Regain to happen.

IS the Struggle Real?

IS the Struggle Real?

I hear a lot of folks say that the 'The Struggle is Real' but seriously... how real is the post op struggle? IS the Struggle Real?
FAQ:  Can I add fruit to Inspire shakes while on the Inspire Diet?

FAQ: Can I add fruit to Inspire shakes while on the Inspire Diet?

I get bored with the same thing all the time. Can I add fruit to my Inspire shakes when I am on the Inspire Diet?
FAQ: But My Nutritionist Said I Could Take Flintstones Vitamins?

FAQ: But My Nutritionist Said I Could Take Flintstones Vitamins?

What's wrong with taking Children's Vitamins?

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