Category Archives: Bariatric Nutrition

Detour Bar Neapolitan Giveaway

Detour recently introduced a new flavor, Neapolitan, to their lower sugar protein bar line.  I was asked to review the new flavor.  Detour sent a box of nine bars for me to sample.  I am definitely a peanut butter and chocolate girl, but I was will… Continue reading

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Slim & Sage Portion Control Plates

  A few weeks ago a client introduced me to the Slim & Sage Portion Control Plates.  So, of course I had to look into this portion control system.  Slim & Sage is based on research that shows that our portion sizes have increased dramati… Continue reading

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New Snack Find Kellogg’s Fiber Plus Protein Chewy Bars

While shopping at the grocery store recently I stumbled upon a new “protein” bar.  I have spent many years working with clients who need to consume lots of protein, so I am always on the look out for higher protein options.  Kellogg’s Fiber Plus Antioxidant line introduced a Protein Chewy Bar.  Each bar contains 170 […] Continue reading

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Meatless Monday: Broccoli Cheese Soup

I have not posted any Meatless Monday recipes since before the holidays.  This Broccoli Cheese Soup does contain dairy, so is not vegan.  This soup is a lower fat version, full of calcium, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, and vitamin A. The original recipe of course calls for whole milk and full fat cheese.  I […] Continue reading

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Small Changes = Big Rewards

Have you been struggling with your weight, but hate the word “diet”?  Everyone does.  To most people the word “diet” means cutting out food you enjoy and worst yet feeling hungry.  No one likes that empty stomach feeling.  You may not realize that small amounts of calories hidden throughout the day can really add up.  […] Continue reading

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A New Year, A New You

A New Year, A New You In the coming year make steps toward creating the new you!   Continue or Start to Exercise Exercise should not be something you hate, but something you look forward to.  Starting out is difficult at times, however once you build strength and stamina exercise activities will become a lot […] Continue reading

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Holiday Eating and Weight Loss Surgery

The Holiday Season is here.  Holidays are a time of celebration with family, friends, and food.  Food is often the center of many of our gatherings, which can be scary for an individual who is preparing to have weight loss surgery or for a patient who recently had a procedure.  With some planning weight loss […] Continue reading

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Holiday Eating

  Well, it’s Christmas Eve and many of us are either prepping large meals for tonight and/or tomorrow or at least preparing to eat those large meals.  The holiday season can ruin the wasteline if you are not careful.  Here are some easy ways to keep your calories in check, but still enjoy your favorite holiday foods. 1.  Get […] Continue reading

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What is Edamame Anyway?

Recently a client asked me about Edamame.  She heard of it, but had no idea what is was or what to do with it.  Edamame is a soybean popular in Japanese cuisine.  To prepare Edamame green soybeans in the pod are picked before they ripen.  The pods are boiled in water or steamed.  The pods […] Continue reading

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Meatless Monday Vegetarian Chili

When the weather is damp and cold I love to make a big pot of chili.  Everytime I make a pot I wish I had left out the meat and made a vegetarian chili.  This time I did just that.  The only change I made was to use olive oil to saute the vegetables.  Generally […] Continue reading

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