Summer and Your Weight Loss Journey We made it! We have had a very difficult few months and we are finally here. Long, relaxing days of summer and pleasant evenings to get outside and stay outside longer. Summer goes by quickly. How do we optimize summertime and what it means
Intermittent fasting is a diet that has become very popular in the media and has been talked about more and more. There are many different types of intermittent fasting being trialed, but they can be difficult dieting plans to stick with. Some studies show evidence of weight loss and improvement
One of the most preventable complications following bariatric surgery is dehydration. Identifying the potential causes, signs, and symptoms of dehydration after bariatric surgery, as well as providing early education in prevention and treatment are key factors in reducing one’s risk for this common problem. Dehydration After Bariatric Surgery Dehydration: Causes
Do You Have An Unhealthy Relationship With Food? Do you see food as the answer to your every problem? Do you feel that eating will ease your heartaches and pain? Are you constantly using food to cope with difficult situations? Does your day revolve around food and nothing else? Or
You’ve worked hard over a period of time eating healthier and exercising more, and you’ve lost some of your excess pounds (hurray!). Then, like a serpent waiting in the background, your resolve is challenged with one temptation after another including junk food. First, your grandmother’s cookies taunt you from the
How To Handle Meal Boredom! Ever feel bored of the same old thing? Are you always trying to think of what to make for dinner? You are not alone. Boredom is the number one reason people stray from making healthy choices. Meal boredom is common but can cause us to stray off our
Nutrition is essential for our health and wellness. The foods we eat play countless roles in our body, some of which include providing energy, healing wounds, and supporting our immune system. Not only is it important to focus on your nutrition and wellness on a daily basis, but it is
The expression, “Failing to plan is planning to fail,” is particularly relevant to the bariatric population in the most normal of circumstances. But in times of crisis, having a plan in place is more crucial than ever especially when it comes to bariatric nutrition during times of crisis. Nutrition: Bariatric
For many of us striving to lose or maintain weight, hunger isn’t the biggest threat we face. More often than not, it’s cravings. You can beat food cravings! You don’t have to be hungry to crave certain foods. Unfortunately, undressed carrot sticks or cauliflower don’t inspire that “gotta have it”
Kick Simple Carbs to Handle Cravings Carbohydrates come in many forms, for instance, bread, cookies, strawberries, and black beans are all examples of carbohydrates. However, not all carbs are created equal. Carbohydrates are a form of energy and a term that includes sugars, fibers, and starches. They’re called “simple” or
