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Vitamin B12 Facts
Vitamin B12 Facts It is recommended that bariatric surgery patients supplement extra B12 because it is difficult to get the required amount from food. Vitamin B12 supplements that are taken sublingually (under the tongue) absorb better than those taken orally because they enter the bloodstream through the mucous membranes in the mouth rather than having […]
Why Are Follow-Up Appointments Important?
Why are follow-up appointments important? Follow-up appointments are important for maintaining good health, meeting goals throughout the weight loss process, and staying on track with your weight once you have reached your ultimate goal. It is important to have regular check-ups with a healthcare provider that is experienced in bariatric medicine to help you maintain […]
Planning for Diet Requirements and Weight Loss Surgery in 2020
Did you know that some insurance carriers require a medically supervised diet before bariatric surgery can take place? If you would like to achieve your weight loss goals in 2020 with an effective procedure like gastric sleeve or gastric bypass, you should start the process now. You can even do so from the comfort of […]
Mashed Cauliflower
Serves 2 Ingredients 2 lbs fresh cauliflower or one 12 oz bag frozen 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste ½ cup low fat parmesan/cheddar cheese Directions Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the cauliflower and cook for about 10 minutes. Drain and add the olive oil, cheese, salt, […]
Turkey Burger Bowls
Ingredients 1-pound ground turkey 1 egg Salt and pepper to taste 2 ½ cup low fat shredded cheese Chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, and shredded lettuce for serving Directions Preheat oven to 400°F Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray Put ground turkey in a bowl. Add egg, salt, and pepper and mix well […]
Cloud Eggs
Ingredients 2 eggs ¼ cup chopped spinach ¼ cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese Black pepper to taste Directions Preheat the oven to 450 and line a small to medium size baking sheet with parchment paper. Separate the egg whites from the yolks by putting the egg whites in a […]
Cheesy Taco Shells
Ingredients 1 cup low fat shredded cheese Pepper to taste ½ pound ground turkey Shredded lettuce, chopped red onions, diced tomatoes, and other desired toppings Directions Preheat oven to 375° Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray Place 2 piles of ½ cup of cheese on the parchment […]
Baked Apple Chips
Serves 2 Ingredients 2 apples of your choice 1 teaspoon cinnamon Directions Preheat oven to 225° F Wash and dry the apples Core the apples and then slice apples horizontally as thin as possible to form rings. Or slice the apple horizontally first and then remove the core from each slice Put the apples slices […]
Create Your Own Egg Wrap
Serves 1 Ingredients 2 eggs Splash of water or skim milk Salt and pepper to taste Directions Spray a small non-stick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Pour in the egg mixture to thinly coat the bottom on the skillet. Tilt the skillet as needed to allow the eggs to cook […]
Colonoscopy Myths and Facts
A Colonoscopy is one of the safest and most effective ways to detect colorectal cancers and precancerous polyps. The American Cancer Society recommends that everyone start regular screening for colorectal cancer at the age of 45, while people with risk factors should get screened earlier. Dr. Jay Michael Snow is experienced in performing colonoscopies and […]
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