I believe the term “Clinical Obesity” should be universally adopted by the medical establishment. Here is my case for that.
Category: Physical Health
200 Lbs. Weight Loss & NOW Athletic Injuries?
What happens when you lose over 200 lbs. and suddenly start getting sports injuries? That’s me and I keep learning new things about my body. I refuse to quit, though. Onward Ho!
My Compounded GLP-1 Arrives
What do we do when we can’t access our name brand GLP-1s? We compound! I share my experience with Hallandale Pharmacy. And inject for the camera!
GLP-1: From Prescription to Compounding
My personal experience with the Mounjaro shortage and having to get compounded tirzepatide instead. Blessedly, Mochi Health was there to scoop me up into their arms.
What GLP-1s Do for Me (Quit Judging!)
I’m so tired of the Judgey Judgersons. I decided to make a list of what GLP-1s do for me and my body… weight loss being at the bottom of the list!
Making a Weight-Friendly Medical Office
How would a care provider make a weight-friendly office? Here, I offer many tips and ideas to make folks with clinical obesity comfortable and feeling safe.
Barb Featured in “The Atlantic” Ezine (Free Link)
Come along for the weight loss story of my life in The Atlantic, written by Dan Engber. It’s a wonderful read, if I do say so myself.
When “Muscle Loss” is Really Fat Loss with GLP-1s
How does one know if weight loss with GLP-1s is muscle or fat loss? One way to know is with a DEXA-scan. Here I share, not only my scan, but also bare my saggy baggy skin.
Doctors: How to Talk About Patients’ Weight
This is specifically for Doctor and/or Practitioner Visits from a person with severe obesity and a former midwife’s perspective. This is a loud suggestion of how to speak about people’s weight during office visits. An added section for Medical Office Managers.
YouTube: Talking About My 200+ Lbs. Weight Loss
Here I am on the Downsized YouTube channel. Great fun talking health and weight loss. Join us!
How to Talk to Your Doctor About GLP-1s
Wondering how to talk to your doctor about GLP-1s? Here, I offer a variety of questions and possible answers.
GLP-1 Supplements I Swear By
I’m asked about my supplements while taking Mounjaro, a GIP/GLP-1. Here, I outline all the different products I’ve chosen to use.
101 GLP-1 Shaming Responses
GLP-1shaming has almost become a sport. Need some retorts? Here are 101 of them. Add yours in the comments!
GLP-1 Shortage: Search for the Golden Ticket
The GLP-1 shortage is incredibly stressful. How is everyone coping? I remind myself, we are not the only ones in the middle of a massive medication shortage and that helps to know I am not alone.
Ozempic Babies & Insatiable Hunger
What is going to happen as more and more “Ozempic Babies” are conceived and born? How does the pregnancy fare after stopping the GLP-1s?