Category Archives: Featured

Protein Bar Review Detour Bar

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Jennifer

  For the past five years a colleague of mine has said that the Detour Caramel Peanut Bar tastes just like a Snickers Bar.  I have been sceptical, but I finally tried one.  She was right!  I have never been a fan of protein bars.  Protein bars tend to not taste very good.  The texture is often […] Continue reading →

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The Skinny on Perimenopause and Nutrition

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Diva Dietitian

This week I did a presentation to a group of fitness professionals on Perimenopausal Nutrition.  As I’ll be 40 next month, the topic was particularly interesting to research, prepare and present.  No hot-flashes over here … Continue reading →

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Multivitamin Supplements for Bariatric Patients

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Jennifer

All weight loss surgery patients regardless of procedure need to take a multivitamin supplement daily for life.  There are of course other supplements needed, however they will be discussed in later posts. Complete multivitamin (MVI) supplements are needed with all procedures (gastric bypass, duodenal switch, lap band, and sleeve gastrectomy) because of restriction.   All procedures […] Continue reading →

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Summer Produce

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Jennifer

  Summer is a season when many fruit and vegetables are “in season”.  What this means is that these fruits and vegetables are more plentiful and lower in cost.  Take advantage of locally grown produce to really taste fruits and vegetables at their peak of freshness.  During other seasons produce is shipped from other parts […] Continue reading →

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Nutrition Counseling

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Jennifer

Do you know that many insurance companies offer coverage for nutrition counseling? Personal Choice and Keystone Health Plan East offer 6 visits with an in-network Registered Dietitian each calendar year.  Visits are coverage at 100% with no co-payment or referrals needed.  Aetna also offers coverage as well with some plans requiring only small co-payments. Currently […] Continue reading →

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Ultimate Summer Workout Playlist- Update Your Tunes- Best App

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Diva Dietitian

With all of the amazing technology today, there is absolutely no excuse to ever get bored of your workout music.   I look back to my high school & college days when I had a yellow … Continue reading →

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Tomato

Posted on June 17, 2012 by Jennifer

The tomato, which is generally thought of as a vegetable, is actually a fruit.  The tomato plant originated in South America and was spread around the world by the Spanish who colonized the Americas.  Today the tomato is one of the top foods consumed throughout the world. Tomatoes grow in a number of varieties from […] Continue reading →

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Tomato Mozzarella and Basil Salad

Posted on June 17, 2012 by Jennifer

Tomato Mozzarella Salad Print Recipe type: Salad Author: Jennifer Lynn-Pullman Serves: 2-4 Ingredients 2 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese 3-4 large Plum Tomatoes 6 large Basil Leaves Balsamic Vinegar to drizzle Salt and Pepper to taste Instructions Slice plum tomatoes in 1/4 inch slices. Place slices on a serving plate in a single layer. Slice mozzarella […] Continue reading →

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Weight Loss Surgery Friendly Menu

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Jennifer

Ralic’s Steakhouse in Haddonfield, NJ., has introduced a menu spefically designed for weight loss surgery patients.  Owner David Ralic, who underwent a Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, developed the menu with the assistance of his surgeon and dietitian.  The Weight Is Over menu contains 3-4 oz portions of protein combined with healthy vegetables and starches.  There are sugar […] Continue reading →

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Great Dressings for Your Salads

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Jennifer

  Yes, I am putting in another plug for the Market at Delaware Vally College.  The Market has their own line of salad dressings, many of which are around 50 calories per serving (2 Tablespoons). They add great taste to your salads without hurting your calorie intake for the day.  My favorite is the Vidalia […] Continue reading →

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