With tons of produce back in season, your diet just got way more colorful The weather’s warm, the flowers are blooming, farmer’s markets are in full swing…this all means one thing: summer is here!…
Our patients have tried more diets than you can name. Mostly, two things happen: they see an immediate drop, and then the weight gradually comes back on; or, they see zero results at all. The chief misconception here is that people blame themselves. They chalk up their weight gain to lack of willpower. This is…
Once you have done your research for the best type of gastric surgery for yourself, you will want to meet with your doctor and go over the procedure, the recovery, and any post surgical changes you will need to make to get the biggest benefit. Once you have covered all that, you may be considered…
A new clinical study reports that for diabetic patients, weight loss surgery can help improve blood sugar levels more than any lifestyle changes or pharmaceutical intervention. Weight loss surgery may even help with long-term remission. The study appeared in Diabetes Care, a journal of the American Diabetes Association, endorsed by 45 professional societies around the…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If this is the year that you’ve decided to make a lifestyle change and lose weight through bariatric surgery, congratulations! This is a big step and something that requires dedication. Once you’ve had surgery, the hard part begins: following through with new eating habits and keeping promises to yourself to look better and feel better….
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]After you have bariatric surgery, your life will be changed forever. If you play your cards right, that transformation will change you dramatically for the better. One of your “aces in the hole” is regular exercise. While bariatric surgery is an amazing tool, you still have to put in some work to meet your goals….
If you’ve recently undergone bariatric surgery, you’re likely figuring out the requirements of your new diet so you can eat well and maintain a healthy weight. Your nutritional needs will be different after surgery. This may require a shift in thinking in addition to making smart choices at the grocery store. Here are some helpful…
Our joints endure a lot of stress over an extended period of time. If you’re experiencing joint pain for any reason, it can be frustrating, and of course, painful. Luckily, there are steps we can all take to minimize joint pain and live a more active, comfortable life. Exercise Exercise can relieve joint pain on…
While it’s a bit of an understatement, your approach to eating after bariatric surgery is changed pretty dramatically. You will be eating less, and your body will absorb fewer calories and nutrients. You will have to be more attentive to what you eat than the average person, and you need the appropriate nutrients for Bariatric…
Healthy Lemon Cheesecake Yield: size is 2×2 inch square Nutrition Facts: 57.2 calories, 4.8 grams fat, 1.7g protein, 2.5g carbohydrates, 0.5g fiber, 1.2g of sugar, 8.1mg cholesterol Ingredients: 1 box sugar-free lemon jello 2 Tbsp lemon juice 8oz pkg of low-fat cream cheese 1 cup boiling water 1 cup organic unsweetened coconut shreds Instructions: In an…