I was introduced to Asian chicken lettuce wraps at PF Changs, everybody’s favorite Asian restaurant, many years ago. They’ve become popular when we started to reduce the amount of what I refer to as “useless carbs” in our diets, those calorie-filled, nutrient-empty foods that we use to fill our plates
There is no doubt that for the vast majority of patients with type 2 diabetes, bariatric (or, as some surgeons prefer to call it, “metabolic”) surgery, can lead to marked improvement and even remission of diabetes. A paper published in The Lancet by Geltrude Mingrone and colleagues shows that even
Last Chance to Live, Life After "My 600 lb Life" We are so excited to announce the keynote speaker and fireside chat for the upcoming ObesityHelp National Conference in Anaheim, California. Please join us as we bring together My 600 lb Life surgeon, Dr. Younan Nowzaradan and two of his patients,
Have you ever tried making crackers out of ground flaxseeds? It can be a little tricky at first, but it is a delicious high-fiber way to satisfy the crunchy and saltiness with the power of nutrition. Flaxseeds must be ground to let your system absorb all of their healthy fats
Celebrating Stacy's Journey Before & After RNY! My sister had an RNY about eight years ago and looks amazing. She told me that before her surgery she was prediabetic and is now completely healthy. It took me a long time and many years to figure out that I just could
Blood clots developing in the deep veins (Deep Venous Thrombosis, or DVT) of the legs and thighs of bariatric patients are a major cause of concern and morbidity. These clots are especially dangerous because they can break free and travel through the heart and lodge in the main arteries of
Mother's Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, close friends that are just like family, and the influence of mothers in society. It is a recognized holiday on various days throughout the world. Mothers Day is celebrated in several countries such
You had weight loss surgery, cruised through the “honeymoon” phase of your weight loss journey in the first twelve to eighteen months after surgery, and now face the reality of maintaining and managing your weight loss amidst life’s constant stressors. Your weight loss surgery has provided you with a tool
Whether you’ve finished an intense workout or just needing a quick high protein breakfast, this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake hits the spot. A good rule of thumb for exercise recovery is to make sure you put back protein and carbohydrates within 15 to 30 minutes of the end of the
The surgical weight loss journey is not an easy path to navigate. I imagine it to be similar to winning a million dollar lottery after spending a great part of your life blowing money fast and living from paycheck to pay-day-lender to your next paycheck. The amount of adjusting that
