Salmon Burger Bowl
Ingredients: 4 oz salmon burger patty 1⁄4 head green lettuce 1⁄4 cup red onion (chopped) 1⁄4 cup black beans 1⁄4 avocado 2 tbsp salsa 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt Instructions: Heat up salmon patty according…
Read MoreMindful Eating After Bariatric Surgery: Strategies for Long-Term Success
Written by a Bariatric Dietitian Mindful eating encourages individuals to gain awareness of their eating experiences, and its impact can differ from person to person. The saying, “we operate on your stomach, not your brain,”…
Read MoreAlcohol After Bariatric Surgery
Written by a Bariatric Dietitian After undergoing bariatric surgery, it’s advisable to steer clear of alcohol for the initial six months during the rapid weight loss phase. When considering reintroducing alcohol into your life post-surgery,…
Read MoreLuck of the Greens or Green Vegetables
Written by a Bariatric Dietitian Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Let’s kick off the celebration by delving into the world of green vegetables. As your bariatric dietitian, I’m here to chat about what makes these vegetables…
Read MoreProbiotics After Bariatric Surgery
Written by a Bariatric Dietitian Probiotics are good bacteria that help keep your gut healthy. After bariatric surgery, incorporating probiotics can offer various advantages. Research indicates that integrating probiotics may aid in weight loss, enhance…
Read MoreWhat to Expect After Stopping Medications for Weight Loss
Obesity is recognized as a chronic health disease. For this reason, you should think about it much like you would other health conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes. If you take a medication…
Read MoreDifference Between Mounjaro and Zepbound
Mounjaro and Zepbound are Glucose Dependent Insulinotropic Polypeptide (GIP) AND a Glucagon-Like Peptide (GLP-1) Receptor agonist. They are both brand names for the drug known as Tirzepatide. Instead of working on only one naturally occurring…
Read MoreDifference Between Wegovy and Zepbound
Wegovy is a GLP-1 receptor agonists and a Brand name for the drug known as Semaglutide. It helps with weight loss by mirroring the function of GLP-1 (glucagon-like-peptide-1), a hormone that is naturally occurring in…
Read MoreWeight Loss Medications vs Surgical Options
Average weight loss with the Gastric sleeve is 65% of someone’s EXCESS body weight at 2 years. Average weight loss with anti-Obesity medication is anywhere from 5-15% of someone’s TOTAL body weight at 1 year.…
Read MoreNew Weight Loss Drug Approved!
Zepbound (tirzepatide) The FDA has approved a new weight loss medication called Zepbound. It is very similar to Mounjaro in its mechanisms of action, however Mounjaro is approved for diabetes management whereas Zepbound is approved…
Read More