Nutrition

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Feast Without Fear: Your Thanksgiving Bariatric Eating Plan

November 25, 2024 · 0 comments

Feast Without Fear: It’s the season of eatings, greetings, and meetings. The season for all the fun festivities, family, friends, and of course food. Kicking off with Thanksgiving. I can almost hear you moan as you say to me, “How do I survive Thanksgiving without weight regain? What do I

Mushrooms after Bariatric Surgery

7 Reasons to Love Mushrooms after Bariatric Surgery

October 21, 2024 · 0 comments

Mushrooms after Bariatric Surgery: Ready? Guess the vegetables. It’s fat-free, low in calories, gluten-and cholesterol-free, good for your immune system, very low in sodium, and may contain vitamin D depending on how it’s grown. What’s your guess? If you guessed marvelous mushrooms, you’re correct. Technically, mushrooms are not a vegetable.

Importance of Nutrition

The Importance of Nutrition for Bariatric GLP-1 / Semaglutide Users

September 16, 2024 · 0 comments

Editor's note: "The Importance of Nutrition for Bariatric GLP-1 / Semaglutide Users" by Patricia Hill is part two of a three-part series. It is no surprise that, post-bariatric surgery, the importance of our nutrition needs are unique. With a significantly reduced food intake compared to non-surgical weight loss patients, our focus should

Almond Flour

5 Benefits of Bariatric-Friendly Almond Flour

September 3, 2024 · 0 comments

Carbs—we love them and we hate them, right? But watching the type of carbs you consume is especially important for a successful long-term journey after your bariatric surgery. Is there a way to cut unwanted carbs in baked goods and snacks, whether you buy or make them without losing flavor?

Derailing Weight Loss

How to Handle the Weekends Without Derailing Weight Loss

August 21, 2024 · 0 comments

Most people look forward to the weekend and think of it as a chance to recover from a busy week, but the big question is, do we want to have to recover from the weekend at the start of every week? When talking about weight loss, too many people are

Not All Proteins are Created Equal

Not All Proteins Are Created Equal

August 5, 2024 · 0 comments

Not All Proteins are Created Equal: Protein is one of the most crucial diet components after bariatric surgery. It aids in healing, preserving skin elasticity, preventing hair and muscle loss, promoting satiety, stabilizing blood sugar levels, curbing cravings, and supporting a robust metabolism throughout your weight loss journey. While you

sugar shocks

Sugar Shocks: How to Find it in Your Food

June 17, 2024 · 0 comments

Sugar Shocks: How many teaspoons of sugar do you think the average soda contains? Try 8-12 teaspoons per soda! Shocking isn’t it? Just for the heck of it, go get your sugar bowl or the container of sugar you use for cooking and a teaspoon. Measure out 8-12 teaspoons. Can

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