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Within the last couple of years, have you noticed anything different about the nutrition label on food products?  If not, read this to learn what’s changed! First off, you can see that some of the…

1 cup unsalted pumpkin seed kernels 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Dash of ground red pepper Directions Place…

After undergoing bariatric surgery, creating healthier habits is the cornerstone to successful weight loss. Patients who have lost weight with gastric sleeve, gastric balloon, or gastric bypass need to develop healthful routines.  One of the most…

Ingredients: 3 medium zucchinis 1 tsp. anchovy paste 2 tsp. chopped garlic 2 tsp. olive oil 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes 1 (14oz) can diced tomatoes 3 tbsp. sliced pitted Kalamata olives 1 tbsp. capers,…

Many people see significant weight loss at the beginning of their weight loss journey, but it is common to hit a stall. For bariatric surgery patients, this plateau or stall often happens around 3 to…

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef 1 small red onion, diced 1 (10 ¾ oz) can diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce ½ cup ketchup (look for lowest sugar content available) Instructions: Brown the ground…

Prep time: 5 mins Cook time: 5 mins Total time: 10 mins Ingredients 8 slices cloud bread 2 eggs 1/4 cup fat free milk 1/4 cup any sugar-free granulated sweetener you prefer 1 tsp ground…

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…