Mission

Beyond Change is published monthly by J.K.S. Associates to inform, educate, support and encourage the obese individual, many of whom are in weight management programs or those who have had or perhaps planning to have bariatric (obesity) surgery.
It is our goal to provide information that will reach out to those obese individuals looking for help who are finding their own 'road' difficult to navigate. This publication offers advice from professionals, information of the most current treatments of obesity, and in general, provides avenues that would allow individuals the ability to make informed choices.

The Need

Obesity is increasing in epidemic proportion throughout this country and the industrialized world. Recent data suggests that nearly 60% of the population of the United States is overweight and more than a third are obese. Medical professionals generally agree that obesity is a disease and one with an exceptionally high cost to both the individual and to society in general. For those who have chosen various weight management programs, those who have had obesity surgery or for the individuals contemplating surgery, education is a most important and never-ending process. Beyond Change, will on a continuing basis, work to enhance this educational endeavor.

The Message

Our editorial product is designed to grab the interest of the reader through strong editorial features, articles, products and resources for the obese individual. What really sets us apart are the issues of personal experiences that appear in each of our monthly issues. In this section individuals tell their stories of success or progress in working through the disease of obesity. In addition, a specific focus is put on valuable information that the reader can count on in finding sources for not only achieving healthy living but also to help empower them to improve their quality of life.