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2012-01-28T21:27:00.000-07:00

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Sunday Breakfast: Egg-Broccoli Custard Bake

2012-01-28T21:25:00.000-07:00

More egg recipes This is intended to be a side-dish for most people. But in our WLS world I think it is a perfect main dish. Protein, dairy and veggies. Not to mention delicious flavor. We added salt and pepper at the table, and my husband gave a few shakes of Tabasco sauce. Delicious recipe - and easy! Another good recipe reheated the following day. This may be used for breakfast on Days 4 and

Fast Food, Soup, WLS & You: Making good choices

2012-01-26T18:32:00.000-07:00

Soup on the Go: Smart choices for fast food & restaurant soups from leading nutritionist.From Cooking with Kaye recipe Newsletter Link to full Newsletter While soup does not appear to be a convenience food there are actually some great choices available for dining in or take-out from some of America's leading chain restaurants. According to Hope S. Warshaw, a registered dietician and noted

When & How to Enjoy Soup After WLS

2012-01-26T18:29:00.000-07:00

Cooking with Kaye Soups ON! When & How to Enjoy Soup after WLS A whole lot of bang for your bowl! January 25, 2012 Greetings! It is not very often that I hear from someone who struggles with technical issues when eating soup after weight loss surgery. Soup doesn't get "stuck" going down and if we eat too much the discomfort is short-lived (compared to eating too much solid food that is

Paula Deen: Leave her junk alone!

2012-01-18T13:04:00.000-07:00

I'm not sure Paula Deen deserves the backlash she is getting for being slow to disclose her type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Honestly, don't most of us appreciate the HIPAA privacy laws that keep our medical junk private? When did it become the assigned burden of celebrity to share their personal health care junk? As for her cooking show content - I'm no lawyer, but I am confident she is under contract

Pumpkin Shrimp Soup - 5DPT Favorite

2012-01-18T11:41:00.001-07:00

We have received many requests for this popular pumpkin soup recipe, a variation to our low-carb Pumpkin and Sausage Soup from the 5 Day Pouch Test. Please enjoy this for supper! And it makes great left-overs for lunch tomorrow. Pumpkin Shrimp Soup - Another 5DPT Great! Day 1 & 2 Liquids The Low-Carb Pumpkin & Sausage Soup recipe is a favorite of seasoned 5 Day Pouch Testers. (Page 69 of the

Delicious Fish Cakes: High Protein, Easy, Affordable

2012-01-05T15:04:00.000-07:00

5 Day Pouch Test Day 3 Recipe Fish Cakes I found this recipe in a Prevention magazine and it is uncomplicated and delicious. Instead of using the predictable canned fish this recipe uses fish fillets that are quickly poached. This makes the cakes light and the citrus adds freshness. Give these a try on Day 3 of the 5DPT or any time you want a light protein-dense meal. Ingredients: 1 lb cod*,

Protein Shakes: Nutrients to Digest & Absorb

2012-01-05T14:19:00.000-07:00

As far as I am personally concerned, the only reason for me to ever drink a protein shake meal replacement is so that I can deliver to my body easily digested food that can be efficiently broken down into nutrients to be absorbed out of the digestive tract and into the body. Convenience and economics are secondary considerations for me because I understand the importance of providing high quality

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2012-01-02T18:12:00.000-07:00

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2012-01-02T18:10:00.002-07:00

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Hope is the fuel that turns dreams into reality

2012-01-02T18:08:00.000-07:00

Greetings! Hello and Welcome! Welcome to our first You Have Arrived Weekly Digest for 2012! Glad to have you with us. We look forward to providing more meaningful content and useful recipes and ideas in 2012. Today we talk about getting back on track with our weight loss surgery goals and lifestyle. It seems to me, whether we have strayed slightly or completely veered off course, the

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2011-12-31T07:53:00.001-07:00

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5 Day Pouch Test: Build Storm of Enthusiasm

2011-12-31T07:48:00.000-07:00

Happy New Year Neighbors!! Did you know January is the most popular month for people to do the 5 Day Pouch Test? Of course it is! We all want a clean start for a new year and I'm on board with that too. Are you resolved to make 2012 your best year of weight management with bariatric surgery? You are not alone! In this 5 Day Pouch Test Bulletin I offer effective strategies to make the

Well-Seasoned High Protein Quick Dishes

2011-12-28T06:09:00.001-07:00

From the Archives Cooking with Kaye: January 6, 2008 If you've been reading the Recipe of the Week for a while you know I'm a big advocate of flavor, fresh herbs, spices and ingredients. But, like you, I also lead a hectic life and want to eat delicious healthy home-cooked foods without spending hours in the kitchen cooking and cleaning. Today's recipes take one pan, few ingredients and less

Free Gift & $4 Coupon - New Years Sale

2011-12-27T17:31:00.002-07:00

Greetings! LivingAfterWLS is pleased to serve your weight loss surgery needs with quality publications, healthy protein supplements, delicious soups and our new line of beautiful hair products. Our products make terrific gifts for people you care about who are managing their obesity with weight loss surgery. Share the gift of health. Or treat yourself to the gift of health and commitment

10 Health Tips You Can Stick With in the New Year

2011-12-27T15:15:00.002-07:00

By Val Silver Do you make New Year's Resolutions with the best of intentions only to fizzle out or not even start to deliver on them? Here are ten health tips that are easy to implement and make part of your every day life. Choose one or two tips to start and when that becomes habit, add another tip. Better to be consistent with one, then try too much to begin with and end up giving

5 Day Pouch Test - Start 2012 on the Right Track!

2011-12-26T13:38:00.000-07:00

You survived the holidays and now you are ready to get focused and get on track with your health and weight management with weight loss surgery. The 5 Day Pouch Test is a quick proven method to help break bad habits we may have picked up during the feasting season. Reset your metabolism, end a cycle of snacking on processed carbs and get focused on the Four Rules that make weight loss surgery

LivingAfterWLS Neighborhood Outage

2011-12-26T13:13:00.000-07:00

We have begun the actions in our scheduled Neighborhood refurbishing. During construction we will have the Neighborhood offline periodically throughout the day beginning December 26. Every attempt will be made to return the Neighborhood online as soon as possible. Please check in often and we look forward to serving you in 2012 with our new and improved community features. Thank you,

Happy Holidays!

2011-12-23T16:42:00.000-07:00

Citrus Guidelines from USDA - Good to Know

2011-12-19T12:56:00.000-07:00

Good to Know - a few things about citrus to keep us healthy this giving season. From the United States Department of Agriculture: Giving Citrus this Holiday Season? Four Things You Need to Know Posted by Lawrence Hawkins, APHIS Public Affairs Specialist, Sacramento, CA, on December 19, 2011 at 2:11 PM If you are looking to give a thoughtful, healthy gift this holiday season, citrus is the

Free Gift with Every Purchase

2011-12-13T16:24:00.000-07:00

Receive a free single-serving sample of Safely Slim with every purchase in the LivingAfterWLS Store - Now through December 20th. Our gift to you! LivingAfterWLS General Store "What I love about these nutritional support drinks is not just the smooth texture and creamy flavor, but they add 10 grams of fiber to my diet per serving along with 20 grams high quality protein and 60% the RDV of

Neighborhood Refurbishing Scheduled Dec. 27-30

2011-12-13T16:19:00.000-07:00

The LivingAfterWLS Neighborhood will be off-line beginning December 27 through December 30 while we refurbish our community in anticipation of exciting new changes coming in 2012. Beginning in 2012 you will enjoy enhanced features in our safe haven community including: Member created Social Groups Member created awards & titles celebrating one another Increased privacy and security protecting

Now in our Archive: Best of 2011 Newsletters

2011-12-12T16:38:00.000-07:00

Greetings! Hello and Welcome! It's that time of year again when we prepare to close the cover on another calendar and reflect upon the year just finished before setting our sights on the new one. With pleasure we present you the best of our email newsletters from 2011. Not only do the newsletters give us a look back at what we learned, they can provide a source of inspiration and

Best WLS Party Tips - Must Read

2011-12-11T16:23:00.000-07:00

Keep in mind as you are preparing for the party that the goal is to arrive at the party in the very best state of biochemical balance possible so you can enjoy the people, the setting, the entertainment, and the total party experience. You can best do this by following the Four Rules and Liquid Restrictions in the days and hours leading up to the party. It is a privilege to attend a party

What really causes Holiday weight gain?

2011-12-11T16:19:00.000-07:00

From the 5 Day Pouch Test Bulletin It is not the big meals that cause weight gain... It's the BLTs! This time of year it is very typical to read the calorie count of traditional holiday meals. The Thanksgiving Day Turkey Feast easily comes in at 1,400 calories and the Christmas Day Prime Rib Extravaganza packs in a whopping 1,800 calories. Experts warn us that weight gain from holiday eating

Merry Savings: Save $4 in the General Store

2011-12-04T18:21:00.002-07:00

Celebrate the season by treating yourself to better weight management with weight loss surgery. Quality products to promote weight loss, halt weight regain, and keep you on track LivingAfterWLS. Shop Now Save $4 at checkout - Use code: MERRY2011 Shop Now Quality Weight Loss Surgery Products to support and enable your successful weight management. Publications 5 Day Pouch Test Owner's

Are you a Flattery-Floozie or a Yeah-But-Betty?

2011-12-03T13:05:00.001-07:00

LivingAfterWLS Weekly Digest: December 1, 2011 After attending several WLS events recently I started noticing a trend among our weight loss surgery sisters that may seem at first superficial but once examined reveals much about the emotional journey from obesity to healthy weight. Unlike other diseases, obesity can be observed and diagnosed by the lay person: men, women, and children alike. Who

You do not have to gain Holiday Weight

2011-12-03T04:03:00.000-07:00

We started December with the You Have Arrived Weekly Digest that focused on holiday tips to avoid the weight gain so many people believe is inevitible between Thanksgiving and New Years. It really isn't that difficult to maintain weight or even lose a few pounds if we make good use of our weight loss surgery tool and work the rules. From the newsletter: Stay on Track Tips Enjoy the

5 Day Pouch Test Build a Bundle - Get on Track for Holidays

2011-11-07T19:15:00.001-07:00

Are you doing the 5 Day Pouch Test in preparation for the holidays? Did you know you can get the perfect products to get you back on track with our Build-a-Bundle package? Get exactly what you need and get back on track with your WLS goals. Do it your way & be ready for the feasting season!Build a Bundle Your Way 5 Day Pouch Test Build a Bundle LivingAfterWLS General Store

Real Men Eat Breakfast: Especially with WLS

2011-11-07T06:53:00.000-07:00

From Cooking with Kaye November 6, 2011 Hearty Breakfast: Yogurt & Granola are for Sissy's Men who report following a diet for weight loss say a hearty breakfast is key for staying on track all day. And by hearty I mean eggs, bacon or sausage, whole grain and some vegetable or fruit complex carbohydrates. Women, on the other hand, tend to eat "proper" diet food for breakfast such as

Cooking with Kaye: Man Food & WLS

2011-11-07T06:49:00.000-07:00

This week in Cooking at Kaye we explored difference between men and women who diet to lose weight. The free ezine newsletter included 14 great recipes that are big on flavor, easy on preparation, and hearty man-happy food. Take a look and put some of these protein plates on your table! Link to Newsletter Men & Women: The Dieting Divide by Kaye BaileyHere are few random observations from my

Healthy Hair after Weight Loss Surgery

2011-10-28T18:19:00.000-06:00

Healthy Hair after Weight Loss SurgeryHealthy Hair: nurturing beauty inside and out"How can I control my life when I cannot control my hair?"--Author unknown but I bet it was a woman with WLS!"You've heard the stories about hair loss associated with weight loss surgery. Maybe dramatic hair loss is your story. It was mine. Six months out of surgery I was several dress sizes smaller and going bald.

Cooking with Kaye: WLS Friendly Treats

2011-10-27T12:31:00.000-06:00

Halloween Treats You Can Eat! Greetings! Cooking with Kaye: Sweet Treats Newsletter Greetings Neighbors and Happy Halloween to You! Have you picked up on the news reports the last few weeks? Americans are expected to spend $2 Billion on candy this year for Halloween

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2011-10-19T15:53:00.001-06:00

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The Skinny on Sugar and Fake Sugar

2011-10-19T15:47:00.000-06:00

The LivingAfterWLS Weekly Digest 10/19/2011: Greetings! Hello and Welcome! With Halloween just around the corner and the feasting holidays coming right behind now is a good time to look at sugar, artificial sweeteners and the role they play in our weight loss surgery diets. I am always nervous about the "sugar" newsletter because if there is one thing health conscious people have strong

Stop! WLS is not a Contest

2011-10-04T13:57:00.000-06:00

5 Day Pouch Test Bulletin October 4, 2011 Maybe it's the fall sports season that has so many of us in the competitive mood lately. Seems like things have really heated up on the weight loss surgery scrimmage lines where it is more popular than ever to compare and compete with one another in our weight loss. And while some healthy competition can be a great motivator the comparison of

LivingAfterWLS General Store-Safely Slim Protein Drinks

2011-10-04T02:55:00.001-06:00

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New Products & Great Savings Coupon

2011-09-20T17:24:00.000-06:00

Save 9% off order at checkout. Code: RENEW2011SHOP NOWLivingAfterWLS General StoreNEW!Antioxident Protein Drink Mixes10g Protein/ServingAll Natural IngredientsPortableDelicious! Only 50 CaloriesEnjoy anytime on the5 Day Pouch Test & Beyond5 Day Pouch Test Support Products High Quality Whey Protein Isolate by America's Protein Experts Designer Whey. Include as part of

B Vitamins Refresher Course

2011-09-20T10:34:00.001-06:00

Refresher Course: The B Vitamins. Here is a detailed article about the B Vitamins and why we need them, especially after WLS. Consider taking a high potency B Complex vitamin for best delivery of nutrients to the body. B Vitamins - What Are They and Why Weight Loss Surgery Patients Need Supplements By Kaye Bailey Weight loss surgery patients are advised to compliment their diet with a

UNJURY® Recipes: Pumpkin Spice Latte

2011-09-20T10:28:00.000-06:00

You guys know how I love my UNJURY ® Protein. Well, today received this recipe in an email from them. Looks delicious - I'm going to give it a try! Thought you might enjoy it as well. Let me know what you think. UNJURY® Recipes: Pumpkin Spice Latte UNJURY Pumpkin Spice Latte is a tasty way to enjoy the flavors of the season. With 24 grams of protein, the Pumpkin Spice Latte lets you indulge in

12 Years Ago Today - I Arrived

2011-09-13T16:31:00.000-06:00

12 Arrivalversary - Celebrating In the Neighborhood Today marks the 12th Anniversary of my gastric bypass surgery on September 13, 1999. As we do each year on this date Jim took my "AFTER" picture. This morning out in the yard with the beautiful sunshine KeepHerKitty decided to join me for a picture. Isn't she gorgeous? Like all of here at LivingAfterWLS she struggles with her weight, as you

Super Coupon Save 9% at LivingAfterWLS General Store

2011-09-09T15:24:00.000-06:00

Excellent time to shop at the LivingAfterWLS General Store! Save 9% off already great discounted prices on your favorite #WLS products. Coupon Code: RENEW2011 at checkout on orders of $20 or more. Shop & Save & Live Better! Check out our new dietary support products including Designer Whey Protein2GO

Coming to grips with Carbs & WLS

2011-09-09T14:13:00.000-06:00

What's the deal with carbs after WLS? This is one of the most commonly asked questions we see here at LivingAfterWLS. In fact, we dedicated an entire Cooking with Kaye email newsletter to the topic of carbohydrates. You can see the entire newsletter here: Cooking with Kaye: Never Count Carbs Again Here is the opening article from the newsletter. Be sure and follow the link though, you will find

Garden Surplus? Try Mini Zucchini Pizzas

2011-09-09T14:06:00.000-06:00

We published this recipe earlier this year in the April 5 Cooking with Kaye newsletter. Thanks to some generous neighbors I have lots of zucchini on hand. Now is a great time to give this recipe another try! I hope you enjoy it. Mini Zucchini Pizzas This recipe comes together quickly and each muffin-half pizza is a perfect portion for the weight loss surgery patient. Left-over servings may be

Southwestern Chicken Soup - 5 Ingredients; Tons of flavor

2011-09-07T15:32:00.000-06:00

Kimmie Gee posted this recipe in the LivingAfterWLS Community Kitchen and it is a goody! Only five ingredients but tons of flavor. And the easy method is quick and perfect for a weeknight supper. I have leftover chicken we roasted in the Weber kettle grill that will be very happy to swim in this soup! Now I'm getting very hungry! Please add your favorite WLS friendly recipe to our growing

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2011-09-07T05:39:00.000-06:00

NEW! Antioxident Protein Drink Mixes 10g Protein/Serving All Natural Ingredients Portable Delicious! Only 50 Calories Enjoy anytime on the 5 Day Pouch Test High Quality Whey Protein Isolate by America's Protein Experts Designer Whey. Include as part of your healthy diet and weight management with weight loss surgery. Try Our 2-Serving Sample 1 Serving each flavor: Orange Mango Pomegranate

Farmer's Market Tomatoes

2011-09-06T19:05:00.000-06:00

Oh My Goodness! Look at the goodness in these vine-ripe tomatoes from the Farmer's Market. For me nothing screams late summer better or louder than a warm freshly picked tomato. And they are so delicious and so good for us! I have heard tomatoes called the culinary equivalent of the Little Black Dress because they are perfect just as they are yet so willing to get all dressed up and fancy! Some

Free LivingAfterWLS Email Newsletters

2011-09-02T05:47:00.000-06:00

Subscribe to LivingAfter #WLS free email newsletters! New publishing season begins now! Signup Be Empowered & Informed! http://tinyurl.com/4xlq5ou

Date Change: Rhode Island Walk from Obesity

2011-09-01T12:19:00.000-06:00

This is a direct message from Julie Nolan at CharterCARE regarding the Walk From Obesity event in Rhode Island - Important date change. Please share: *** *URGENT* *** *URGENT* *** *URGENT* *** Our September 10, 2011 Event Date has changed!!!! New Date is: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2011 Same location and times ... just a different day! Due to Hurricane Irene's extensive damages and power

LivingAfterWLS General Store

2011-09-01T06:03:00.001-06:00

LivingAfterWLS General Store Day 6 Bargain Bundle - Keep it Going! Last day to save!!! Looking for a Coupon? Throughout the year, as economic conditons allow, LivingAfterWLS is pleased to offer coupon savings in addition to our already discounted prices. Coupons are announced in our Email newsletters, in the LivingAfterWLS Neighborhood, Facebook and Twitter. In addition, we post

Blog Roll - Have you got something to say?

2011-09-01T05:03:00.000-06:00

So here I am, Sleepless at LivingAfterWLS, and I was clicking through the blog roll on this very blog. Not a current link on the list! So, I'm revamping the blog roll. Are you a weight loss surgery #WLS blogger? Do you keep your postings current? Drop me a note and I'll blogroll you! Send me a quick message to KayeBailey@LivingAfterWLS or Tweet me your link @LivingAfterWLS or FB me http://

New Neighborhood Mugs - Treat Yourself!

2011-08-29T12:16:00.001-06:00

Just received my order of merchandise from the new LivingAfterWLS merchandise Store- Neighborhood Inspired hosted by Cafe' Press! I am so thrilled with the quality of products, the depth of the images, the simple beauty of our Neighborhood Inspired themes. Check out this mug celebrating The Neighborhood! Products are created when you order and shipped directly to you - better for the environment

Sending Safe Wishes To East Coast Neighbors - The Neighborhood

2011-08-26T20:46:00.000-06:00

Sending Safe Wishes To East Coast Neighbors - The Neighborhood Just dropping in to send some very big hugs and warm wishes to our east coast Neighbors. It is very hard for us to understand the scope of fear and uncertainty you must be feeling as you watch the models of Hurricane Irene. But please know that both Jim and I are very concerned and sending you our best vibes and even a few

Struggling to reach goal weight?

2011-08-19T10:22:00.001-06:00

The Lies & Myth of Goal Weight Avoid the Pitfalls Associated with a Single Goal LivingAfterWLS Weekly Digest May 10, 2011We have received so much positive comment about the topic of "Myth of Goal Weight" that was addressed in our May 10 Weekly Digest. If you are struggling to reach goal weight or feeling depressed about your weight loss with WLS please take a moment to look at this newsletter in

Comfortable Natural Relief for WLS Neighbors

2011-08-16T15:32:00.001-06:00

Constipation? Weight loss plateau? We have the answer for safe gentle relief. Traditional Herbal Teas Message from Kaye: I admit that I've never been much of a tea drinker: too fancy and too fussy for me it seems. But I am grateful to have found these herbal tea blends and include them in my diet frequently. Like many weight loss surgery patients I suffer from frequent digestive distress (

Free iPhone App to Track Supplements

2011-08-16T12:29:00.000-06:00

If you are an iPhone user there is a terrific new APP available to help you keep track of the dietary supplements you take. It is presented by The Office of Dietary Supplements which is a division of the National Institutes of Health. The APP is available from the iTunes store and it is FREE!!!! So take advantage of this and let me know how it works for you. I've got a Droid in my hand

Have you got class? LivingAfterWLS Alumni Club - Connect & Support

2011-08-15T12:49:00.000-06:00

You Have Arrived Alumni ClubConnect with other weight loss surgery patients who are at the same stage as you. Simply look for the year of your surgery and join the conversation in the "Class of" sub-forum. All surgical procedures can participate in each "Class of" sub-forum. Let's share our collective experience and support one another who are near the same stage in the journey. To find your

Neighborhood Trivia: Talking About Arrivals

2011-08-15T12:12:00.000-06:00

Here is a little piece of trivia from our LivingAfterWLS Neighborhood: Originally Posted 05 March 2009 - 01:23 PM I am often asked about the name of our "You Have Arrived" newsletters and the references to them in our LivingAfterWLS lingo such as "Arrival Date" and "Arrivalversary". For me weight loss surgery made possible a life I never thought would be possible or could even comprehend.

Scared Straight About Life After Weight Loss Surgery?

2011-08-15T10:16:00.000-06:00

In last week's LivingAfterWLS weekly digest we addressedtopics that cause trouble for us after weight loss surgery. Working on the "front lines" of weight loss surgery I speak with many many fellow patients who are several years into their weight loss surgery experience. Over time I've noted patterns and trends that seem common to us. This newsletter reveals some of the pitfalls that we

HOT TOPIC: Carbonated Drinks - The Neighborhood

2011-08-03T22:21:00.001-06:00

Carbonated Drinks - The Neighborhood Asked in the Neighborhood: "Can someone please tell me why carbonated drinks are such a no go for gastric bypass people?" -- Swampymoo from Austrlia Are you a weight loss surgery patient asking questions about including carbonated drinks in your diet? I confess, the heat of the summer is when I really crave a refreshing Diet Coke on ice - before surgery I

August Coupon - Save on Shipping!

2011-08-02T12:49:00.000-06:00

LivingAfterWLS General StoreLooking for a Coupon? Throughout the year, as economic conditons allow, LivingAfterWLS is pleased to offer coupon savings in addition to our already discounted prices. Coupons are announced in our Email newsletters, in the LivingAfterWLS Neighborhood, Facebook and Twitter. In addition, we post the current coupon offered on the Store Home

5 Day Pouch Test Bulletin: FAQ's & More

2011-07-27T17:19:00.000-06:00

Greetings Neighbors!As we are about to turn the page on another month in 2011 it seems like a good time to review the basics of the 5 Day Pouch Test and address some of the questions we are asked by people, just like you, who want to do their best with weight loss surgery using the 5DPT as one of their tools. The summer brings an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables which can play a

2011 Neighborhood Postcard Swap - The Neighborhood

2011-07-21T14:14:00.000-06:00

2011 Neighborhood Postcard Swap - The NeighborhoodWe received the first of the postcards yesterday!!! This is going to be great fun!!!Cora - try looking at postcards at convenience stores or travel stops near the Interstate or major highway in your area. You may also check with your local Chamber of Commerce or visitor's bureau. Also motel and hotel gift shops are a great resource. And you

LivingAfterWLS General Store

2011-07-19T09:21:00.000-06:00

LivingAfterWLS General StoreNew Day 6 Bundles & Coupon Code "GRILL2011" equal Hot Summer Savings for You! Save 15% on Bundle purchase + $3.oo off total order with Coupon!Shop the LivingAfterWLS General Store and enjoy products developed to support and empower your weight loss surgery life!Shop Now!Kaye Bailey's popular "Day 6-Beyond the 5 Day Pouch Test" bundled with your favorite general store

Guilty Feelings-Do you have them after WLS?

2011-07-18T16:32:00.000-06:00

From the LivingAfterWLS Weekly Digest July 18, 2011 We are in the heart and heat of summer! I hope this newsletter finds you well with many opportunities to enjoy new things that weight loss surgery has made possible. After surgery many of us experience feelings of guilt for making our own health a priority above the needs of others. If you have felt guilty for taking time for you since surgery

Heat Wave & Health Dangers

2011-07-18T10:14:00.001-06:00

Over 40 states are warning their residents of the dangers of heat related illness as the mercury rises setting new records. While not as dramatic as storm related health concerns heat waves cause more illness and death than any other weather event. For weight loss surgery patients it is critical to stay hydrated at all times. Take a look at the National Weather Service heat index below and also

New! Day 6 Bargain Bundles

2011-07-14T10:16:00.000-06:00

LivingAfterWLS General Store Introduces New Day 6 Bargain Bundles! The 5 Day Pouch Test Bargain Bundle has been a customer favorite for over a year now and many of you have requested a "Day 6" bundle that would include Kaye Bailey's "Day 6: Beyond the 5 Day Pouch Test" and support products such as soup, Emergen-C and our new herbal teas. Today we are pleased to introduce two new bundles to

July Sale - Save $3 off Purchase at LivingAfterWLS General Store

2011-07-12T14:36:00.000-06:00

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Danger! Warm Summer Weather May Lead to Dehydration For Weight Loss Surgery Patients

2011-07-12T14:31:00.000-06:00

Dehydration leads to wilting in flowers and humans too! Following bariatric surgery for weight loss patients are instructed in the Four Rules of weight loss surgery; the second of which is drink lots of water. This rule is of particular importance during the warm summer months when perspiration and elimination cause greater water losses and the potential for dehydration increases. Water

We Like You - Will You Like Us?

2011-07-12T14:23:00.000-06:00

Drop by our new LivingAfterWLS Facebook page and give us a LIKE! LivingAfterWLS Official Facebook Page We are feeding great content to this open destination and hope you will join us for conversation and friendship. LivingAfterWLS is your premier destination for life-long support in the battle against obesity using the power of weight loss surgery. Do not travel alone: join us!

Rule #2 - Lots of water

2011-07-12T13:53:00.000-06:00

Summer is here with searing hot temperatures across much of the country. Now is a good time to refresh our memory on the weight loss surgery Rule #2 - Drink lots of water. As a general rule we need to nourish and flush our bodies with 65 ounces of water a day -- minimum. In our January LivingAfterWLS refresher course of the Four Rules we discussed water intake at length. You can find the

2011 Neighborhood Postcard Swap - Join Us for Fun Mini-Vacay!

2011-07-11T09:18:00.000-06:00

Welcome to the 2011 Neighborhood Postcard Swap! This is the least expensive most fun *Vacation* you will enjoy all year. Please take a minute to learn how it works and then join us! The Postcard Swaps -- as you can see below with KeepHerKitty in 2008 -- Have been tremendously successful. So let the fun begin! What it is: Neighbors mail 6 unaddressed, but stamped postcards to one central

2011 Haiku Winners Announced

2011-06-22T09:40:00.000-06:00

Our voting is complete and I'm pleased to present to you the winners of our 2011 Neighborhood Haiku Contest: