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WLS Tricks and Treats for a Healthy Halloween
by Kyleigh N. and Cathy Wilson

As weight loss surgery patients, we don't have to be tricked by the Halloween "treats" that disrupt our healthy habits and lifestyle. We've put together some suggested substitutes that are true treats when it comes to decreased carbohydrates, sugar and fat. In addition, we've included an Activity Tip* for each high caloric food treat to demonstrate possibly how much activity it would take to burn off those calories.

Food Fave: Plain M&M's = 245
Healthier Choice: Smartforme Chocolate Soy Crunchies = 150

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Featured Recipe
Protein Pumpkin Fluff

Ingredients
· 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed (Regular or Light, do not use Fat Free as it will not set properly)
· 1 (5 ounce) package instant sugar-free cheesecake (or vanilla) pudding mix
· 1 (15 ounce) can solid pack pumpkin (not pie filling)
· 1 teaspoon...Read More


*Adapted Recipe from allrecipes.com by Sarahlicious

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Members Speak!
Halloween Costumes

Costumes are an entertaining and expressive component of people's Halloween festivities. Over 35 ObesityHelp.com members chimed in and shared their imaginative Halloween costumes past, present, and ones to wear at their goal!

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OH Bloggers�Inspiration, Support and Personal Journeys
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How did I do it??
I just want to know how I did it? How did I carry so much weight around and function on a daily basis? My daughter weighs about 53 pounds at...Read More

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