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Elimination Diet Week One: Much Easier Than it Seems

I am one week into the elimination diet that I promised myself and all of you in my last blog. I have had absolutely no gluten, dairy or nightshades for an entire week. I know I sound a little overdramatic but I'm really proud of myself for sticking with this promise. As most of you know, I'm not always the best at keeping promises when it comes... Read more Chevron

posted 02/15/2012, comment (1)|

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My Bariatric Life

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In 2003, I made a decision that would forever change my life. Since that time, I have been following a program of lifetime obesity disease management to sustain long term weight loss. It began with bariatric (weight loss) surgery followed by changing the way I eat, mild exercising, and attending a support group (NOT my surgeon's support group). Today, I'm a size medium and living life larger than ever!

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Vitamin Deficiencies May Cause Fatigue After Gastric Bypass Surgery

As noted in a prior post, I had once experienced a dramatic depletion of energy after my StomaphyX surgery. After a period of exploration to discover what the cause might be, I was directed by a bariatric surgeon to begin taking vitamin B12. At an earlier consultation with my Endocrinologist (a diabetes specialist), Vitamin D had been... Read more Chevron

posted 02/15/2012, comments (0)|

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Jennifer Rackley

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Nutritionist & Caregiver

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Prepare Yourself for A Doctor's Appointment

In addition to writing for Health Central I also work with the Pediatric Adolescent gastroesophageal Reflux Association (PAGER), first as a volunteer and then as the Volunteer Services Coordinator. In total I have spent almost 10 years helping families negotiate the "reflux roller coaster". During this time one of the many things that... Read more Chevron

posted 02/13/2012, comments (3)|

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Dorian Martin

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A Blind Culinary Date with Kohlrabi, Mizuna and Bok Choy May Lead to Love

Ever gone on a blind date and fallen instantly in love? What if you find yourself in a new relationship with strange and wonderful vegetables that you never thought you’d experience? I did! As I mentioned in my last sharepost, Dad and I have been participating in a community-supported agriculture program and receive a weekly delivery that... Read more Chevron

posted 02/08/2012, comments (0)|

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Christina Bruni

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Schizophrenia and Faith: A Positive Connection?

A study of 103 outpatients with residual schizophrenia suggests that religion and spirituality might contribute to improved quality of life for individuals with this diagnosis. You can find the study in Psychiatry Research (2011:190:200-5). The research was conducted at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh... Read more Chevron

posted 02/05/2012, comments (5)|

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