Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake
Ingredients: 1 Frozen Banana ½ Cup Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt ½ Cup Pumpkin Puree ¼ TSP Cinnamon ¼ TSP Pumpkin Pie Spice 1 Scoop Vanilla Protein Powder ½ Cup Milk (low-fat or non-dairy) ½ TSP…
Read MoreVanilla Chai Protein Shake
As the weather cools down, spice up your day with this Vanilla Chai Protein Shake! Ingredients: 1 Cup Milk (low-fat or non-dairy) Ice ⅓ Cup Strong Brewed Black Tea, Chilled ¼ TSP Vanilla Extract ¼…
Read MoreGastric Sleeve vs. Lap Band
We understand that anyone considering weight loss surgery wants to fully comprehend the wide array of options available to them. At St. Louis Bariatrics it’s important that all of our patients know what options best…
Read MoreChopped Mexican Wrap
Ingredients: 2 TBSP Salsa 2 TBSP Fat-Free Plain Greek Yogurt ⅛ TSP Chili Powder ⅛ TSP Ground Cumin 3 oz Cooked Chicken Breast, Chopped 1 Medium Tortilla (look for one with 150 calories or less)…
Read MoreCauliflower Potato Salad
Ingredients: 1 Large Head Cauliflower ½ Cup Potato 2 Hardboiled Eggs ⅓ Cup Mayonnaise 1 TBSP Mustard 1 TBSP Dill Relish 2 TSP Diced Onion 1 TSP Fresh Dill 1 TSP Chopped Chives 1 TSP…
Read MoreFresh Summer Rolls
Ingredients: 10 Spring Roll Rice Paper Wrappers 1 Large Carrot, Peeled and Julienned 1 Large Cucumber, Julienned ½ Large Red Pepper, Julienned ⅓ Cup Chopped Cabbage 1 Avocado, Sliced Handful Fresh Cilantro/Mint/Basil 5 Large Green…
Read MoreWhy Is Exercise Important After Surgery?
Exercise is a necessary component of your bariatric surgery and weight loss journey. Being physically active every day can provide long term health benefits! Daily physical activity may help you: Move around more easily Have…
Read MoreHealthy Hydration
H2…Oh Really? Did you know that water makes up about 50-75% of your body weight? Water has many important functions in the body. It helps regulate the body’s temperature, cushions joints, helps the body absorb…
Read MoreCaribbean Grilled Salmon Kabobs
Looking for a recipe that makes you feel right at home on the beach? This recipe is a perfect healthy grilling recipe that will take you to the beach in less than 30 minutes! Prep…
Read MoreFruit Cubes
Add some excitement and flavor to your water to help you stay hydrated this summer! The following recipe suggests using a variety of berries. Other great options you may add to your fruit cubes include…
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