Bariatrics
At Home Exercise
As many of us discover during the first weeks of any new year, establishing an exercise routine can be challenging. Starting and maintaining any new habit, including exercise, is difficult.…
Read MoreHandling The Holidays
Holiday meals after bariatric surgery present themselves with a unique set of challenges. Do I still strive for my protein and fluid goals? Should I avoid alcohol? Can I have…
Read MorePriority: Protein
From a weight loss surgery patient’s first visit in our office through every pre and post op visit, one of the main topics of discussion is protein. Are you getting…
Read MoreEmotional Health
Emotions play a significant role in weight management. Most people think of the psychological contributor – emotional eating – when it comes emotions and weight. There are also hormones involved…
Read MoreThe Importance of Food Logging
Most people have a love/hate relationship with food logging. Some view it as cumbersome, time consuming, and simply difficult to remember to do. Others find it quite helpful, allowing them…
Read MoreBariatric Friendly Summer Treats
Note: the following nutrition advice is intended for bariatric surgery patients. Hot summertime temperatures often lead us to crave cool summertime treats. After bariatric surgery, however, indulgences become very few…
Read MoreMy Weight Was Weighing Me Down
By Erin Wegner Meagan started struggling with her weight in college. After getting married and having three kids, she couldn’t keep her weight in a healthy range. She tried weight…
Read MoreOne-Pot Meals
Slow and instant pressure cookers can help you make a hearty meal even with a busy schedule.
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