Gastric Sleeve, Banding and Bypass Patients! You need this recipe!!! Just 2 ingredients can save you from total chaos at any food-focused event. Bring your own veggie tray and put together a Greek Yogurt based dip for a healthy escape from other tempting foods at the party. Plus…everyone will love you for it!
Many patients who start the process towards weight-loss surgery will require a pre-op diet. But programs differ so much, you can bet the diets will too! Several programs will require you to lose weight before you can get schedule for surgery. In my opinion, these are the best of the best programs. But why would … Continue reading "Preop Weight Loss Surgery Diets"
Welcome to the latest FoodCoachMe video series!!! If you battle with stress eating – or any other emotion based eating – this is the series for you. Having weight-loss surgery is certainly a wonderful tool and can help combat eating for non-hunger in the earlier months after surgery, but unfortunatley, if the root of the … Continue reading "Beating Stress Eating Video Series"
OH sweet relief. I have been SO thankful to have lived in the second trimester these recent months. After quite the run for my money in the first trimester, round two felt {almost} like a breeze. Sure it’s been a little more difficult to get comfortable for sleep and yes I run out of gas much faster … Continue reading "WLS and Pregnancy – 2nd Trimester"
A little while back I posted a blog/letter to my Weight Loss Surgery Friends. I’m always so moved and motivated by my very own patients and the sacrifices they make to live a healthier life for themselves and their loved ones. This time I want to take a moment and address the supportive spouse of … Continue reading "To the Supportive Spouse of the WLS Patient"
Behavior Modifying Tactics With America’s constant rise in Obesity and Diabetes, there are an amazing amount of theories on weight loss tactics. Some theories focus on small consistent changes that feel practical. Others take a deeper look, looking more holistically on how to change behaviors long term. While I certainly have my bias to what works … Continue reading "“Mindful Eating” for Weight Loss Success"
Summer time is my favorite for variations of chicken, tuna, shrimp and salmon salads. Gastric Bypass and Gastric Sleeve patients should keep a stash of good recipes on hand for these types of meals. Whether it’s a Classic Chicken Salad, a Greek Chicken Salad or a Balsamic Chicken Salad.…I love making a big batch of chicken … Continue reading "Fast Fiesta Chicken Salad"
It’s July as I post this blog which means this: I love iced coffee.When coffee still sounds good but you feel too hot for a mug of the read deal, a low cal iced version is the way to go! After weight-loss surgery, you have to be cautious with caffeine. Why? Gastric Sleeve and Bypass … Continue reading "Instant Decaf Iced Coffee – WLS Treats"
Have you heard about Yummly? It’s an awesome website for recipe searching and saving. Much like Pinterest only it’s just for food and can be tailored to your diet preferences and allergies. Find out more how to use the site and how easy it is to save FoodCoachMe recipes into your Yummly Recipe Box!
