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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!

Thiamine Deficiency After Gastric Bypass Surgery - My Bariatric Life

Weight-loss surgery can be a conduit to remarkable changes in life. For me, my gastric bypass surgery led to the happiness in life that I had imagined and hoped for, the confidence that I pined for, and the physical appearance that I desired. And my relationships both personal and professional improved and flourished, which was an... Read moreChevron
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Jennifer Rackley

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Nutritionist & Caregiver

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 moreChevron
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I'm a free spirit and a work in progress

Elimination Diet Time

Last week I wrote about House Bill 345 that, if passed, would make getting health-related nutrition advice from anyone other than a doctor or registered dietitian impossible. My friend Cheryl, a certified holistic health coach, went down to Richmond to argue against the passing of the bill last week. I finally heard from her last night, and she... Read moreChevron
posted 02/08/2012, comments (0)|
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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 moreChevron
posted 02/08/2012, comments (0)|
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Christina Bruni

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Librarian and Writer

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 moreChevron

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