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This recipe is great for making ahead. It is freezer friendly and provides a healthy, on-the-go meal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Ingredients: 6 small, whole wheat tortillas 3 medium sweet potatoes 1 (15 oz)…

As the weather warms up, the mind wanders to summer vacation. It's easy to get lost in planning a memorable time for children, or you may have a trip that you repeat every year. This…

When considering the cost of weight loss surgery, begin by comparing costs of struggling with obesity with the cost of bariatric surgery. The direct costs of obesity include the price of health care and medication…

Obesity and Comorbidities Comorbidity is a disease or condition which occurs at the same time as another disease. Obesity is a risk factor for the development of life-threatening and costly comorbid conditions. These comorbid illnesses…

If you are questioning if you can afford weight loss surgery, it’s important to compare the direct and indirect costs of obesity with the cost of bariatric surgery. Direct costs include the price of health…

The Connection Between Obesity and Infertility Starting a family can be an exciting and joyous time, but for couples facing infertility it can be a heartbreaking and expensive experience. Obesity has been found to affect…

The Cost of Obesity Weight loss surgery has been shown to improve or cure type 2 diabetes. People suffering with obesity and Type 2 diabetes may consider weight loss surgery, but have concerns about the…

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeno, minced 1 cup quinoa 1 cup vegetable broth 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes 1…

Ingredients: ½ cup orange juice (it is best to use 100% juice with no added sugar) ½ cup low fat cottage cheese 1 frozen banana 1 cup frozen strawberries Directions: Add all ingredients to a…

Ingredients: ⅓ cup frozen broccoli florets ½ cup egg whites 2 tbsp chopped or diced low-sodium deli ham or turkey 2 tbsp reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese Dash of pepper to taste Directions: Spray a large,…