Bariatrics Blog
Healthy Swaps
Food is more than just fuel. Food is fun, social, and part of our everyday lives. While on a weight loss journey, it can be tricky to navigate how to enjoy the flavors you like and keep up with your social routine. Food swaps help us stay within our nutritional boundaries and allow us to…
The Most Important Meal of the Day: Breakfast
The expression we all grew up hearing, “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”, could not be more true. The word breakfast translates to, quite literally, ‘to break the fast’. Overnight, we are unintentionally fasting for hours. When we wake up, our bodies have gone a long period of time without any energy…
Cooking Methods
Throughout your bariatric journey, we talk a lot about meal planning and prioritizing protein and encourage you to eat fresh fruit and vegetables. The way you prepare these foods makes a big difference in the flavor and overall eating experience. Oftentimes, people can be hesitant to try new vegetables or new flavors because they aren’t…
Navigating Thanksgiving As A Bariatric Surgery Patient
Navigating Thanksgiving as a bariatric surgery patient can be a challenge. The main purpose of surgery is to limit room available for food intake, and the focus of meals should be providing good nutrition to fuel the body. On the other hand, food is meant to be enjoyed, and eating a holiday meal is a…
Seasonal Produce
After weight loss surgery, the main dietary focus is protein. Protein at every meal. Eat protein first. Hit your protein goal. But the end game is not to just eat protein forever! A balanced diet, whether pre or post surgery, always includes protein and produce. Variety in the diet is just as important after weight…
Protein To Go
It doesn’t take much for summer activities to disrupt the routine. More people travel and take vacations during the summer months. There are more outdoor activities and parties to attend. Through the busy schedules, maintaining a routine can be a challenge. When life gets busy, it is important to still prioritize proper nutrition. Inadequate protein…
Saving Money at the Store
Saving Money at the Store It’s no secret that grocery prices are going up. Navigating a nutritious diet while controlling your grocery budget is challenging. Following a few basic tips can help keep both bank account and nutrition on track. Unit Price What is unit price, and how do you calculate it? Price ÷ Quantity…
Fats
Protein is the main dietary focus after weight loss surgery. Protein at every meal. Eat your protein first. Hit your daily protein goal. In past blog posts, carbohydrates were explained as necessary in appropriate portions and choosing the ‘smart’ carbs packed with fiber and a variety of nutrients. But what about fat? Like carbs, fat…
Carbohydrates
After weight loss surgery, the main dietary focus is protein. Protein at every meal. Eat your protein first. Hit your daily protein goal. But what about carbohydrates? Carbohydrates are often vilified, but they are not ‘bad’ foods. Carbs provide a variety of important nutrients! They are the body’s preferred source of energy, especially for the…
Plant-Centric Eating: What, Why, and How
The plant-centric eating trend continues to grow with more and more consumers searching for plant-based options on shelves and menus. Sales of plant-based foods and drinks have sky-rocketed the past couple years, making it more than a $7 billion dollar industry. Why has plant-centric eating gained so much popularity in recent years? Read on to…
