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Five Fun Summer Activities for Weight Loss
Posted in: weight loss, Calories, Bariatric Surgery, weight loss surgery, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, exercise, lap band surgery, low-impact exercise, weight loss activities | Posted on: 09 August, 2019
Summer can be a great time to try new outdoor weight loss activities in Florida. With so many miles of coastline plus all the other bodies of water, there is no shortage of ways to cool off while exercising outdoors. For gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and lap band patients learning to incorporate fun, healthy activities that serve as both recreation and exercise at the same time is a great way to embrace your new healthier lifestyle after weight loss surgery.
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Low Carb Breakfast (or Lunch or Dinner) Burrito
Posted in: obesity surgery, weight loss, lap band surgery, weight loss surgery, Bariatric Surgery, low calorie, high protein, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, weight loss diet, low carb | Posted on: 09 August, 2019
Technically it doesn’t have to be a ‘breakfast burrito.’ You can eat it any time of the day and it’s still delicious. We call it a breakfast burrito because it’s filled with eggs, but you could add fillings or toppings to make it seem more like lunch or dinner. These kinds of recipes are great because you can make them different each time and keep coming up with flavor combinations that add variety to your weight loss diet.
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Understanding Your Blood Pressure Numbers
Posted in: Gastric Sleeve, blood pressure, blood sugar, Bariatric Surgery, gastric bypass | Posted on: 01 August, 2019
Your blood pressure reading is made up of two measurements represented by numbers, i.e. 120/80. The top number is the systolic blood pressure and the bottom is the diastolic blood pressure. These numbers are measured in mm Hg, or millimeters of mercury.
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Four Steps to Food Safety for Bariatric Patients and Their Family
Posted in: Diet and Nutrition, Diet and Weight Loss, Weight Loss Diet, lap band surgery, weight loss surgery, food safety, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, food-borne illness, E. Coli | Posted on: 29 July, 2019
One in six Americans gets sick from eating contaminated food each year, according to the CDC. There are more than 250 food-borne illnesses that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites (including E. Coli, Salmonella, Norovirus, Campylobacter, and Staphylococcus aureus). Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and diarrhea.
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Potassium: Why You Need It and Bariatric Friendly Sources
Posted in: weight loss, weight loss surgery, bariatric surgery diet, potassium | Posted on: 29 July, 2019
Potassium is a nutrient that is plentiful in many foods, yet most Americans do not get enough of it. It is one of the most abundant minerals in the body and is largely found inside your muscle cells, but also in your bones, liver, and blood.
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July is National Grilling Month
Posted in: Gastric Band, weight loss, high protein, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, low carbohydrate | Posted on: 22 July, 2019
Summer is in full swing. It’s as hot as the blazing sun. It’s no time to turn on the oven and heat your house. No wonder July is National Grilling Month- the perfect time to light up the grill and cook dinner outside!
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What’s the Difference Between Olive Oil and Extra Virgin Olive Oil?
Posted in: Lap Band, Gastric Band, Boca Raton, Miami, weight loss, Bariatric Surgery, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, Center of Excellence, olive oil, extra virgin olive oil, bariatric care | Posted on: 17 July, 2019
Olive oil or "light" olive oil is different. "Light" olive oil is not light in calories, but lighter in flavor. Light olive oil and regular olive oil are usually a blend of extra virgin olive oils and refined olive oils. Refined olive oils are usually made using chemicals and/or heat to remove flaws in the olives. A lighter-colored oil with a more neutral flavor is achieved.
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Five Foods You’ve Probably Been Pronouncing Wrong
Posted in: Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Band, weight loss, weight loss surgery, Bariatric Surgery, high protein, gastric bypass | Posted on: 11 July, 2019
Pinterest is full of pictures and recipes for the trendiest foods- the latest smoothie bowls, salads, and high protein meals. We may want to try them, but it’s hard to ask where to find the ingredients if we don’t know how to pronounce them.
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Five Foods You’ve Probably Been Storing Wrong
Posted in: Gastric Band, weight loss, protein, Sleeve Gastrectomy, gastric sleeve, gastric bypass | Posted on: 10 July, 2019
Do you come home from grocery shopping and put all of your fresh produce away in the refrigerator? Do you put your fruits and vegetables in their respective crispers? Or do you leave your produce on the counter? Turns out some belong in the fridge and some belong in the crisper.
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Bariatric Friendly Fourth of July Party Foods
Posted in: Gastric Bypass, Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Band, Bariatric Surgery, high protein, hernia | Posted on: 26 June, 2019
Independence Day is just around the corner and that can mean barbeques and celebrations that often are centered around food. Dr. Shillingford wants his weight loss surgery patients to know that an invitation to a party doesn’t have to be an invitation to overeat or to eat foods that aren’t a part of their bariatric surgery diet.
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