I got this question via email: Dear Trula, I am considering bariatric surgery because I have tried everything: dieting, exercise, not eating for days at a time, and I am still nearly 300 pounds. I am a 38 year old, 5 ft. 3 woman and I feel this is my only chance. What do you [...]

Question I got via email:Supple Mama, what is a reasonable amount of weight to lose in a week? I’ve only lost 7 pounds since January. It is reasonable, possible and safe to lose 1-2 pounds a week. In a month that’s up to 8 pounds. In 3 months that’s up to 24 pounds. Some people, [...]