Episode 52: Happy Birthday BTV!
In episode 52 we celebrate a very special Freak of the Week. We answer the one question we get asked the most. Talk a little about how the show has altered our reality. And we wrap things up with some thoughts about what’s next for BariatricTV.com
HIGHLIGHTS
- This weeks “Freak of the Week” is….. All of you in our BTV Forums.
- We often use ideas from our forum members on the show.
- A quick shout out to Kristopia for being our most prolific poster.
- And a shout out to T2 Nashville for being a great product recomender.
- And let’s not forget the men on the forums for bringing us a dude perspective of weigh loss surgery.
- The question we were asked the most this year was, “Why do you do BTV?”.
- BariatricTV was a way to provide an online support group for folks that didn’t have local resources.
- We also wanted to provide a lighter look at weight loss surgery since everything else out there was so serious.
- Doing a weekly show forces Toni and Lynnda to stay on track.
- Our main reason for doing BTV can be summed up in an email we received from a forum member.
- How has BariatricTV altered our reality.
- Watching your journey helped to keep us on track.
- We also learned a ton this year.
- We learned about the Stomaphyx and the Toga procedure.
- Whats up for BariatricTV for the next year?
- We have a DVD coming out for you.
- We want ideas on additional shows you want to see. Maybe a cooking show, or a fashion show? You tell us.
LINKS
- Building Blocks Vitamins
- Bariatric Advantage BTV eStore
- BariatricTV.com Forums
- Building Blocks Vitamins Free Samples
Episode 51: Relationship Woes
In episode 51 we have a new Freak of the Week of course. We take a look at some weight loss surgery myths. Discuss some of the issues with post weight loss surgery relationships. And introduce you to a new sponsor, Building Blocks Vitamins.
HIGHLIGHTS
- This weeks “Freak of the Week” is….. Candice1973.
- Candice had her surgery in December 2008 and has lost 123 lbs!
- Lynnda was reading Weight Loss Surgery, A Lighter Look by Dr. Terry Simpson
- This book includes some popular weight loss surgery myths.
- We talk a little bit about post weight loss surgery relationships, especially with the person closest to you.
- Some post weight loss surgery patients will go from Stay at Home, ready at the beck and call, to hardly being home at all.
- You have to watch out for “going a little bonkers”.
- Learning to compromise with your “unaltered” loved one is key to a rock steady relationship.
- Sometimes you gotta shake things up a little, and that includes our daily requirements.
- We are pleased to announce Building Blocks Vitamins as news Sponsors to Bariatrictv.com
- Great choices in bariatric specific vitamins mean you should find something you like.
- Building Blocks Vitamins provide free samples so you can try before you buy.
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Read MoreEpisode 50: Phooey On Those Freakin Plateaus
In Episode 50 we take a look at post weight loss surgery plugged ears. Talk about some of the ways to deal with freakin plateaus. Introduce you to a protein drink you can Believe in. And wrap it up with an answer to the question, will Toni ever sing on the show?
HIGHLIGHTS
- This weeks “Freak of the Week” is….. JoyceV.
- Joyce had an RNY in May of 2008 and has lost 161 lbs!
- Are you having problems with clogged ears after weight loss surgery?
- Your weight loss could be causing issue with your eustation tubes
- It could be your blood vessels are swelling and restricting your eustation tubes.
- We’re not really sure why these ear issues happen, but they do.
- Are you in a weight loss plateau that just wont budge.
- Plateaus are something everyone experiences.
- A plateau is your body taking a deep breath before loosing again.
- A plateau is an indicator that you may need to mix things up a bit.
- Try new and different exercises.
- Try new and different foods.
- Remember that you control the plateau.
- A new protein drink called Believe.
- You can get Believe at www.BariatricEating.com
- Each Believe protein drink has 20 grams of protein.
- The name of Toni’s new band.
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Read MoreEpisode 49: Excessive Flatulence
In Episode 49 we have a non altered Freak of the Week. We offer up a few tips on how to stay hydrated after surgery. Dispel the myth about all weight loss surgery patients having excessive gas. And freak on with a web site that we couldn’t believe we hadn’t highlighted before.
HIGHLIGHTS
- This weeks “Freak of the Week” is….. Ed.
- What would we do without Ed and his free samples?
- Don’t have a post weight loss surgery freak out!
- Feelings of “What have I done” are natural
- Follow your doctors instructions.
- Get in your fluids. Don’t get dehydrated.
- Your post surgery anatomy means you’ll have to sip your fluids..
- Keep a water bottle with you.
- keep a pitcher and glass at your desk.
- Sip during your daily commute.
- The post surgery flatulence myth.
- Not all weight loss surgery patients suffer from excessive flatulence.
- What is flatulence.
- Maybe what you’re eating could be causing the gas.
- Crap in, crappy smell out.
- Try Devrom to help with flatulence.
- A web site from one of our original fans.
- Check out www.recoveringfatty.com
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Read MoreEpisode 48: Little Miss Snackity Snack
On this weeks episode of your favorite weight loss surgery video show, we take a look at late night snacking, Talk about some ways to boost your self esteem. And learn you how to make a low carb chicken quesadilla.
HIGHLIGHTS
- This weeks “Freak of the Week” is….. Debbie.
- Debbie has lost 190lbs since her surgery and she is the S#@&!
- Late night snacking is bad for you.
- Study shows that if you eat out of your normal schedule, you can gain weight.
- After years of obesity, our self esteem takes a beating so we offer up some solutions.
- Public Speaking…speak at your support groups. Helps you as you help others.
- Taking some risks can also help with your self esteem.
- Believe that you are a success. Get rid of feelings that you took the easy way out.
- We offer up a low carb chicken quesadilla with a twist.
- The secret ingredient is feta cheese.
- Don’t forget our Pimp BTV contest.
- BONUS: Did you catch us this week on The Band Banter Talk Show
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