This is How to Use Medical Flex Spending for Bariatric Surgery
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by Nicky
3y ago
On top of all the questions about your new life after surgery, you may also wonder how you’ll afford the surgery. It can be quite expensive just by itself, not to mention all the pre-op tests, doctor appointments and tools to help prepare you for surgery. One way to cover your part of the cost […] The post This is How to Use Medical Flex Spending for Bariatric Surgery appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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How to Avoid Overindulging on Thanksgiving This Year
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by Nicky
3y ago
Ahhh…Thanksgiving – A fat kid’s dream! A whole holiday focused on a feast. It could also be a bariatric’s nightmare. The family you haven’t seen in awhile asking you questions, commenting on your appearance and maybe even watching what you eat. You may start to feel self-conscious, which may prompt emotional eating. However, you don’t […] The post How to Avoid Overindulging on Thanksgiving This Year appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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How to Best Prepare for Your Pre-Op Consult for Bariatric Surgery
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by Nicky
3y ago
Bariatric surgery wasn’t real until I had my pre-op consult for bariatric surgery. I mean, I knew I was working towards surgery, but until this appointment, it didn’t feel real. I was nearing the peak of my journey but still had a few things to do. At this visit, you’ll review your medical and surgical […] The post How to Best Prepare for Your Pre-Op Consult for Bariatric Surgery appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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Know How to Clean Your CPAP in 15 Easy Steps
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by Nicky
3y ago
When you have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), it can be overwhelming learning how to use your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, getting used to sleeping with a mask on your face and maintaining the equipment. Luckily, cleaning the equipment is fairly easy and only takes about 10 to 15 minutes of your time. It’s […] The post Know How to Clean Your CPAP in 15 Easy Steps appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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What Happens at a Pulmonary Clearance for Bariatric Surgery
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by Nicky
3y ago
One of the many stops on your bariatric surgery journey is a pulmonary clearance. The point of this clearance is to assess your lung function and identify any issues that may lead to complications with your bariatric surgery. You’ll start the exam like any other appointment and discuss topics like smoking, breathing, snoring and chest […] The post What Happens at a Pulmonary Clearance for Bariatric Surgery appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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How to Prepare for Your First Visit with the Bariatric Surgeon
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by Nicky
3y ago
At your first visit with the bariatric surgeon, be prepared to talk about the demons that caused your obesity. Your surgeon wants to know this information so he or she can get you the proper pre-op clearances you’ll need. You’ll also discuss surgical options, as well as have the opportunity to ask questions. Your doctor […] The post How to Prepare for Your First Visit with the Bariatric Surgeon appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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7 Killer Ways to Avoid Eating Halloween Candy
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by Nicky
3y ago
I hated my life for so long. The longer I hated my life, the more I loved Halloween. I think it’s because my life wasn’t what I wanted it to be, and Halloween allowed me to become whoever I wanted to be. Most of my Halloween costumes have been kind of gruesome: a decapitated head, […] The post 7 Killer Ways to Avoid Eating Halloween Candy appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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The Truth About the Benefits of Bariatric Surgery
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by Nicky
3y ago
Life before bariatric surgery filled me with stress and unhappiness. I was unfulfilled, unmotivated and ate away my emotions almost daily. The benefits of bariatric surgery are numerous. My vertical sleeve gastrectomy allowed me to end the repetitive dieting and lose weight for good. Small changes led to significant results. Additionally, my medical health improved. […] The post The Truth About the Benefits of Bariatric Surgery appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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Staying Motivated When You Want to Give Up
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by Nicky
3y ago
Bariatric surgery is a long process. Your pre-op journey can take six months or more just to get to surgery. Afterward, it’s a lifelong commitment to get to and maintain your goal weight. It can take years to get to where you want to be, mainly if your journey includes follow-up plastic surgery to eliminate […] The post Staying Motivated When You Want to Give Up appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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Why Snowballing Debt is the Best Debt Reduction Strategy
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by Nicky
3y ago
$38,000 is the average amount of debt (excluding mortgages) an American has, according to a 2018 CNBC.com article. Debt can be so stressful and even cause you to delay your weight loss surgery. You may feel guilty about spending so much money on your surgery when your debt is piling up. It may cause you […] The post Why Snowballing Debt is the Best Debt Reduction Strategy appeared first on Stop Weighting, Start Doing ..read more
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