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Recovering After Binge Eating

Binge eating. Over eating, “What was I thinking?” eating. And, “I can’t believe I did that (again?)” eating. You’ll most likely deal with one or more of these eating experiences along your journey toward sustained good health.
Connie Stapleton, Bariatric Psychology
5 years ago
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10 Ways to Say No to Holiday Food Pushers 

The holidays are a time when family and friends gather together, and food is usually a huge part of the celebration. As we learned back in elementary school, the Thanksgiving holiday itself commemorates a special feast shared between the Pilgrims and Indians. Food is part of culture and heritage, and there’s nothing wrong with that. […]
Morgan Schaack, Bariatric Dietitian and Personal Trainer
5 years ago

3 Quick Tips to Survive Holiday Food Temptations

For anyone who has tried to change their eating habits or even eat “in moderation” for that matter, knows that it can be hard to say no to that chocolate brownie that “has your name all over it”. What is even harder, is trying to stick to your healthy eating during the holidays. From Thanksgiving dinner […]
Connie Stapleton, Bariatric Psychology
5 years ago
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Reinvent the Way You Think of Food

Food is more than just calories. Food is information that influences your genes. Food is fuel that propels you through your day. However, so many of the patients at Live Healthy MD view food as the “enemy”. They see food as the one that made them “get to this point” or, on the other hand, the […]
Morgan Schaack, Bariatric Dietitian and Personal Trainer
5 years ago
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Don’t Let Food Control You: Tips to Avoid Head Hunger

Have you ever felt “hungry” an hour after eating a full meal? Do you often times find yourself munching after dinner just because it “sounds good”? Well, you are not alone! Many of us confuse head hunger with physical hunger, which can lead to weight gain and other health related problems due to the type and amount […]
Casey Blaney, Bariatric Centers of America
5 years ago