Author Ed Zenisek joined us remotely from Las Cruces, New Mexico to discuss his bariatric journey. Ed's journey was such a wild ride that he decided to write a book about it. 

Bariatric Surgery: The Best and Worst Decision I Ever Made chronicles Ed and his wife's journey into have the surgery together. From going on the pre-surgical diet together, to navigating the office gauntlet of paperwork and tests, be right there with Ed and his wife as they share with you their story of what having bariatric surgery is like. 

Ed spoke with us candidly about how he came to be overweight, and how his struggles with weight started at an early age. From watching his father struggle with obesity, to watching complications from diabetes end his grandmothers life early, Ed fought to prevent diabetes and gout from complicating his health. 

He spoke about how as a child, "Fast Eddy" wasn't concerned about the future of Ed's life. Those were problems for future fast Eddie, not Eddie today. When the time came to pay on that debt, the only thing Ed could do was to do something about his weight. 

This episode is another mans tale of standing up to obesity and winning. 

Author: Ed Zenisek

https://www.facebook.com/ezauthor

The Book on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Bariatric-Surgery-Best-Worst-Decision/dp/1985770296/

Michael joined us in studio to discuss what bariatric surgery is like almost 3 years later. We talked about how his life has changed, and what he has learned about his life looking back on it all. 

Life can be difficult some days, and sometimes in life, people can tend to drag you down more than they lift you up. Michael discussed the importance of seeing these anchors for what they are and how he decided to handle them. 

Him and I even discussed how we defined success after weight loss. As two males, we addressed some of the issues than men face when having the surgery, but importantly we discussed why even more men should look into having bariatric surgery.

Bariatric surgery isn't for everyone, but if your considering it, give a listen to this months episode to get a good feel for what changes you can expect.

It's always motivating and inspiring having Michael in studio. His analogies and comparisons of real life events put into perspective what life is really all about at the core. 

Laurie joined us in studio to talk about what her weight loss struggles have been like. As a woman who has battled weight loss most of her adult life, Laurie talked about everything from pregnancy weight gain, to how injuries in the gym have had her sidelined for a while. We even discussed how life after menopause has further complicated her weight loss progress.

Most days, Laurie struggles to maintain her weight in a world where she strongly desires to be losing weight.

Ladies, don't miss this months episode as Laurie's struggles sounded all to "par for the course" when it comes to challenges women face in battling weight loss.

Using only traditional diet and exercise, Laurie has shown that for some, this is a path that can be navigated and with success. Never give up, always keep moving, and never be content with where you are.

Janet joined us in studio to discuss how she used a combination of nutrition, bariatric surgery, and a passion for fitness to change her life. Facing a diagnosis of Diabetis after having watching her own father battle the disease for years, she decided she wasn't going out that way.

From Piyo to Smoked pizza, From Core Deforce to 4th of July Holiday party desserts, we discuss all sorts of ways to battle obesity and win.

This month Dr. Lisa Breisch, L.C.P.C., Psy.D., the Director of Harmony Center for Holistic Psychotherapy, joins us in studio to discuss the benefits regular therapy can provide in a weight loss plan.

Therapy isn't just for patients battling eating disorders.

From the Psychology of why diets don't work to how most folks manipulate your body to lose weight, we talk everything psychology.

Here are a feqw of the other topics discussed in this episode: - Food is neutral, Its neither good or bad - How food can give us a sexual charge. - Making Peace with your body. - The Mind Body Spirit approach - Who is a candidate for therapy? - Therapy, the journey of self discovery - Size Acceptance...Loving your body at no matter the size - Dieting Up to a bigger size - Chronic dieting and its impact on the body - Even the size acceptance community can bully. - The early days of weight loss surgery - How do I get into therapy - Exercise More, Eat Less! IT works! - It's important to Love Yourself.  - How to find a therapist - Love is acceptance! Not judgement

If your interested in scheduling an appointment with Dr. Breisch, please feel free to give her a call today. 

Harmony Center for Holistic Psychotherapy 6625 N. 2nd Street Loves Park, IL 61111

Phone: 815-639-0300 Fax: 815-639-0303 Email: [email protected]

https://www.harmonycenterforholisticpsychotherapy.com

I sat down with Casey and Matt to discuss what having bariatric surgery actually cost them.

What's it like being married to someone who has the surgery? How does it change your married relationship? How does it change your relationships with friends, family members, children? How does sex compare both before and after weight loss surgery? Was cheating ever an issue? 

In this episode, we will take a look at what changed, and what the ultimate price paid was. What had to be given up when the surgery was had? How did it change them as a couple, and how did it impact their relationships with others around them. 

If you haven't listened to S02E01 already, perhaps hop back and give a listen to get an idea of how Casey and Matt's marriage was before weight loss surgery. We establish a baseline for how they met, and how their relationship begin. 

I believe it's important you understand who they are and how they were before bariatric surgery entered the picture to truly see the effects the surgery had on their marriage. 

I sat down with Casey and Matt to discuss what having bariatric surgery actually cost them.

What's it like being married to someone who has the surgery? How does it change your married relationship? How does it change your relationships with friends, family members, children? How does sex compare both before and after weight loss surgery? Was cheating ever an issue? 

In S02E01, we take a deep dive into Casey and Matt's marriage. We establish a baseline for how they met, and how their relationship begin. 

I believe it's important you understand who they are and how they were before bariatric surgery entered the picture to truly see the effects the surgery had on their marriage. 

In S01E02, we will take a look at what changed, and what the ultimate price paid was. What had to be given up when the surgery was had? How did it change them as a couple, and how did it impact their relationships with others around them. 

Join us as we WEIGH IN on what the true cost of weight loss surgery can be for some. 

@veggisvsg (Anna) Sat down to discuss what eating after bariatric surgery is like when your vegetarian and vegan. Can it be done?

We also talked about what it's like being in your early 20's as a bariatric patient. 

I think you'll surprised with what she had to say?

A few of the topics we discussed?

1. How many salads a day does she eat?
2. Which contains more protein / oz, Spinach or Steak?
3. What inspired her to have surgery at 21 years of age.
4. Can a holistic approach to healthy eating cure cancer?
5. What other benefits to alternative eating are there?

Casey and I discuss what having revision surgery is like. 

As if having bariatric surgery isn't difficult enough, some patients have complications or deal with regain post op that requires them to turn to surgery again. 

A few of the topics discussed:

1. How do you choose to do surgery again?
2. Dealing with the idea you failed or that you're a failure.
3. The mental struggles that come with bariatric surgery.
4. Maintaining "Control" post op.
5. Life after surgery

Mike and I sit down and discuss what contemplating bariatric surgery is like for men.

A few of the topics discussed:

1. Overcoming a life altering diagnosis.
2. What to do when even physicians have given up hope for you.
3. How bariatric surgery changes life for me.
4. How bariatric sugery can change your marriage.
5. Surviving cancer.
6. Ignore "They"
7. Find your "Why"
8. Never give up.
9. Just be happy.