From team lunches to happy hour drinks, food is often a central part of life in many offices. Teams from all industries make regular lunch meetings or breakfast runs a part of the work day. However, many bariatric surgery patients find themselves unable to participate due to their weight loss surgery diet. This can lead…
Have you ever noticed how certain foods make you feel tired after you’ve eaten, while other foods seem to give you a boost in energy? That’s because there’s a big difference between items that are packed with ’empty calories,’ like added sugar and saturated fat, and nutrient dense foods, like fruits and vegetables, that are filled…
Gastric sleeve surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that takes about 1 hour. It involves removing approximately 85% of your stomach, and leaving behind a sleeve-shaped section which is then sealed….
If you’ve struggled with obesity, you might have thought a lot about diet and exercise, and you may even incorporate vitamin supplements. But have you considered including omega-3 for weight loss? When you are significantly overweight, you may suffer from a host of health problems that threaten your well-being and keep you from being…
The battle to achieve and maintain a healthy weight isn’t won on one field. Diet, exercise, emotional support, medical intervention and education may all be part of a successful weight loss program. That being said, diet is likely the most important factor in long-term weight loss. Spring clean your pantry and remove these unhealthy choices!…
If you had weight loss surgery like gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, or a LAP-BAND, now’s the perfect time to get everyone in your household involved in learning good eating habits. After all, obesity often impacts entire families, which means your children are at risk of becoming overweight or obese. By encouraging healthy eating for…
Diet can be one of the most challenging aspects of life for overweight and obese individuals; especially for those who have spent years or decades living with unhealthy dietary habits. As a result, diet after bariatric surgery can be a challenge for patients from all walks of life, leading to a stark change in…
During your weight loss journey, you may get tired of eating the same healthy foods and understandably want to enhance the flavor. However, it is important to know how to add flavor without sacrificing nutrition and sabotaging your weight loss efforts. Some foods that are healthy on their own can become loaded with…
When you are recovering from surgery, what you put into your body has a significant impact on your recovery process. The right foods will give you the nutrients that your body needs to rebuild tissue and heal properly. The right foods can also help stave off post surgery complications, such as constipation. While eating…
Do you eat too much sugar? According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the typical American eats over 5000 tablespoons of sugar each year, or the equivalent of 150 to 170 pounds of sugar! While there are different types of sugar, some occurring naturally in fruits, most experts agree that we are eating…
We all know that a healthy diet is rich in whole foods like fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and whole grains. These dietary choices provide myriad benefits, including being rich in fiber and potassium. But what are the benefits of fiber and potassium? Foods high in fiber and potassium can promote healthy bowel movements and blood…
For the vast majority of bariatric surgery patients, weight loss begins during recovery and continues for one to two years after surgery. The initial loss can be quick and simple, but staying at your new slimmer size can take some work. If you are hoping to see success in living a healthy life and…