Posted - September 18, 2013
Drinking Sodas after Weight Loss Surgery
Soda should be avoided after any form of gastric weight loss surgery because it can cause several problems. Sugary, carbonated drinks like soda are best left out of your bariatric surgery diet because: Learn More
Posted - September 6, 2013
Reading Nutrition Labels after Bariatric Surgery
Because they tell you exactly what’s in everything you eat, food labels can be valuable tools after bariatric surgery. Learn More
Posted - May 15, 2013
Fresh Summer Favorites in the Lone Star State
Though modern times have made just about any food available at any time regardless of geographic location, buying local, in-season produce is one of the best ways to keep your weight loss surgeon’s dietary recommendations delicious and nutritious. Dallas farmers’ markets offer some of the freshest fare around, so keep an eye out for these tasty Texan foods as you stick to your summer weight loss plans. Learn More
Posted - March 20, 2013
Eating Well after Bariatric Surgery
March is National Nutrition Month, so there is no better time of the year than now to evaluate your weight loss efforts and rededicate yourself to your post-bariatric diet plan. If you’ve already had bariatric surgery in Frisco, Denton or Lubbock, you are entirely familiar with the dietary changes that you need to commit to for sustained weight loss. These dietary changes include transitioning away from highly processed and fattening foods and eating a whole-foods diet that is loaded with healthy nutrients from produce and lean proteins. Learn More
Posted - February 4, 2013
H20, Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery
When it comes to losing weight, some healthy habits get all of the attention. Diet and exercise make up for about 90 percent of the conversation about weight loss. When you visit your bariatric surgeon in Plano or the Dallas area, you likely spend most of your time discussing exercise habits and diet strategies, but what about the other aspects of a healthy lifestyle that influence your ability to lose weight? Learn More
Posted - November 16, 2012
Restaurant Relief
Imagine this scenario: Your bariatric surgery is a few months behind you, and you find yourself adjusting well to your new lifestyle. Now that your body has recovered from surgery, you’ve started easing into an exercise routine, strengthening your body for the challenges ahead. Every night, you’ve been cooking meals that meet the requirements of your bariatric diet, making sure to provide your body with the nutrition it needs. Learn More
Posted - July 31, 2012
The Strength of Spinach
Exercise is a big component of a healthier lifestyle after weight loss surgery in Dallas, but don’t make the mistake of thinking that aerobic exercise is all you need. Strength training can provide big benefits for anyone focused on weight loss, helping to strengthen your joints and burn more calories as your body works to constantly fuel hungry muscles. Learn More
Posted - July 23, 2012
Reconsidering Cholesterol
After surgery for weight loss, it’s understandable to view fat as the enemy. Excess body weight is often lumped into the broad term ‘fat,’ meaning that many people equate ‘losing weight’ to ‘losing fat’. Similarly demonized by this generalization is cholesterol, a waxy and fat-like substance that is frequently cited for its role in heart disease. Though we’re often told about the risk of high cholesterol, which may contribute to fatty buildup in the arteries that can cause cardiovascular problems, you may be surprised to learn that not all cholesterol is bad. Learn More
Posted - July 20, 2012
Picking the Perfect Produce
How to find the fruits and veggies that will make the most of your meal. You’ve found a healthy recipe that conforms to the demands of your weight loss surgery diet and looks tantalizingly tasty. You’ve talked to your family or friends about gathering for a home-cooked evening meal. You’ve got the pots and pans, a spotless kitchen and the determination to make the best meal you’ve ever prepared. Learn More
Posted - July 6, 2012
Don’t Make Excuses for Not Eating Healthy
Before weight loss surgery it was easy to make excuses for not eating healthy. However, now that you’ve had surgery for weight loss there is no room for making such excuses—healthy eating is a requirement. After bariatric surgery space for food is limited, making nutrition of utmost importance for every meal. Learn More
