Feb 4, 2022
News from Parkwest Health & Lifestyles Winter days can be bleak, but Drew and Dori Howington’s home in Etowah is filled with the savory scent of a warm and freshly prepared dinner. “I’m a chef at heart,” says Drew, who loves to find new ways to prepare tasty foods...
Oct 2, 2021
The Benefits of Joining a Support Group As a bariatric patient, you may already know that the key to sustainable weight loss is your commitment to lifestyle changes (i.e. diet and exercise). This is easier said than done, especially for those who have a completely...
Jun 4, 2021
Support After Weight Loss Surgery Joining a support group before and after your bariatric surgery can be helpful for various reasons. ValidationFor many people, the decision to undergo bariatric surgery is never easy. Even after you made the choice, you may still find...
Aug 18, 2020
Life after bariatric surgery can be different. This is why having a strong support system is important after weight loss surgery. While your family and friends can be a part of it, nothing compares to being part of a group that has been in your shoes. Joining a...
Jul 15, 2020
Deciding to undergo bariatric surgery is a major life decision. Unlike other types of surgery, weight loss surgery requires your long-term commitment to lifestyle changes if you want to sustain the weight loss. That means you have to follow the recommended eating and...
