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How to Prepare for Weight Loss Surgery
Bariatric surgery is a life changing decision that takes many people years to make. It is the most effective way to lose weight long-term and will drastically change your life physically, mentally, and emotionally. In order to prepare for the changes you will face along your journey, there are many essential steps you can take.…
Read MoreCarbohydrates Explained
One of our dietitians, Annie Epp, RD, spoke about Carbohydrates. With all the information about low carbohydrate diets out there, she wanted to explain the difference between types of carbohydrates and which are the healthiest. She started with the actual building blocks of carbohydrates. SIMPLE CARBOHYDRATES The most simple building block of carbs are monosaccharides,…
Read MoreBenefits of Exercise Beyond Weight Loss
While we are all aware that exercise increases weight loss, there are many other benefits to becoming more active. Improving our body’s structure: Retaining our muscles and bones is crucial to helping us to stay healthy as we age Women over the age of 50 and men over the age of 70 are at a…
Read MoreMarch 5th, 2019 – Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss Surgery
Dr. Korentager is the Chair of the Department of Plastic Surgery at The University of Kansas Hospital. He and his associate Dr. De Souza both do cosmetic surgery, reconstructive and breast reconstruction for patients needing excess skin removed following weight loss surgery. Dr. Korentager began by explaining that the words plastic surgery is from the…
Read MoreHow To Prepare For Your First 5K
Walking or running a 5K — 3.1 miles — can be a fun and rewarding experience, especially if it’s your first time. But even though this is the shortest distance for running races, it still requires adequate training and preparation. Depending on your level of fitness and your goal, the type of training plan you…
Read MoreHALT Emotional Eating
One of the triggers for eating is our emotions. We use food to soothe ourselves in many stressful situations, but it can be controlled with some awareness. Dr. Coker talked about a simple way to clarify why we are eating called HALT: H – Hungry: Do I need something physically or emotionally? Find what…
Read MoreWhy Take Journey Bariatric Multivitamins?
Many vitamins and minerals are essential for complete and balanced nutritional health. Even if you eat a balanced, whole-food diet, you may still be missing vital nutrients. Additionally, after weight loss surgery you are at higher risk for nutritional deficiencies. You require more vitamins than someone who has not had surgery due to less consumption…
Read MoreFork-Free Hobbies
After a long day at work, at school, in the car or {insert daily obligation here}, your energy reserves and brain power have been thoroughly zapped. You manage to squeeze in a quick workout, grab dinner, knock out some laundry and maybe answer a few emails—and then before you know it, you find yourself halfway…
Read More5K Running/Walking Information
Barb and Kari, the physical therapists at the Bariatric Center of KC, shared that we will be hosting a walk/run 5K to celebrate our patients. It is currently scheduled to be held here at Prairie Star on May 5th 2019, and all are welcome to come walk or run as little or as much as you…
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