July, 2010

Episode 84: Pouch Slapped!

Posted by on Jul 30, 2010 in Food issues, Honeymoon Period, Long Term, Reviews | 8 comments

On this weeks episode of BariatricTV, our “I freakin did it” is a two timer. We take a look at what it means to be Pouch Slapped! We then take a look at how making you SPEW can be a good thing. And we round things out with a quick look at a site that claims to have the truth about gastric bypass.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • This weeks “I Freakin Did It” is Cyndy40. She’s run not one, but two 5k’s.
  • Have you ever been Pouch Slapped.
  • A Pouch Slap is a reminder when you get all cocky with your pouch.
  • A Pouch Slap doesn’t just happen to folks with pouches, it can happen with any type of weight loss surgery.
  • Post weight loss surgery we suggest that you SPEW!
  • SPEW will help you control the one thing you can control, YOU.
  • We do a quick review of a site that tells you the gastric bypass truth.

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Patrina’s Journey Episode 10: Skin Issues

Posted by on Jul 29, 2010 in Honeymoon Period | 8 comments

Ina show of comraderie for YouTuber SarahWillBeSkinny, Patrina discusses, and shows you, some of the skin issues that are starting to crop up.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • It’s been very hot in Canada.
  • Patrina has lost 120 pounds since her weight loss surgery.
  • For starter Patrina is starting to have sagging skin on her arms.
  • So far there’s no problems with her chin.
  • The girls are not what they used to be.
  • Patrina’s belly is much smaller but the sagging skin is beginning there.
  • Patrina is still optimistic about the final outcome.

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Protein Cooking Episode 9: Broiled Shrimp

Posted by on Jul 28, 2010 in Recipes | 2 comments

We’re back with another episode of Protein Cooking With McNee. This week Rob broils up some tasty, briney shrimps.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • McNee cooks a weight loss surgery friendly recipe
  • It’s Broiled Shrimp

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WLSFA Surgery Grant Recipients

Posted by on Jul 25, 2010 in Weightloss Surgery Videos | 13 comments

The Weight Loss Surgery Foundation of America has just announced that they have awarded their first ever surgery grants to two very deserving individuals.

The first of these grants is being awarded to Connie Baily of Texas. Connie has been struggling with her weight for years and has been denied insurance coverage for surgery. Her disappointment has been compounded by watching her twin sister Rose obtain approval and surgery. Connie’s surgery will be performed by Dr. Garth Davis who in addition to being a world renowned bariatric surgeon, is also well know from his appearance on the TLC reality show Big Medicine. Dr. Davis has graciously offered up his services via the WLSFA Grants Program.

The second grant to be awarded is for post weight loss reconstructive surgery. This grant is being awarded to Sarah Halbrook of Arizona. After an amazing weight loss of nearly 200 pounds Sarah has been dealing with the skin issues that go along with it. Enter Beverly Hills reconstructive surgeon Dr. Timothy Katzen of Body by Katzen. As one of the leading reconstructive surgeons that specialize in post bariatric patients,  Dr. Katzen has offered up his services via the WLSFA Grants Program to help Sarah rid her self of her excess skin.

All of us here at BariatricTV want to commend the WLSFA and both Dr. Davis and Dr. Katzen for their generous contributions. It’s truly an amazing thing for this to happen. We also want to thank Antonia and the board at the WLSFA for their tireless effort to change peoples lives for the better. The community is truly blessed to have you.

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Episode 83 – Weee’re Baack!!!!!

Posted by on Jul 22, 2010 in Honeymoon Period, Long Term, Pre-Op, Reviews | 10 comments

On this weeks episode of BariatricTV, our “I freaken did it” did it, off the rack. Then the girls talk about just how long you lose weight after weigh loss surgery, give you tips on staying hydrated through the summer, and review a very new and tasty form of Iron from the folks at Bariatric Advantage.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • This weeks “I Freakin Did It” is Fab Kate. She bought a bathing suit, right of the rack.
  • One question we get asked a lot is how long will you lose weight after surgery?
  • This depends on many factors like your starting weight, how much you have to lose and how you stick to your plan.
  • Eventually you have to set a goal and learn to maintain after that.
  • If you lose to much, you should speak to your doctor.
  • During the summer it’s extremely important to stay hydrated, not only to lose weight but for overall good health.
  • Drink water, not just Sugar Free drinks. Fit drinking water into a schedule..
  • Drink on your commute to and from work or school.
  • When exercising or doing any activity, bring a long a bigger bottle of water.
  • We review new shoes…I mean chews from Bariatric Advantage..

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