I’ve been a fan of PowerCrunch Protein bars for several years now. I was introduced to them in my first job out of graduate school and loved the flavor and texture. They remind me of wafer cookies (you know, the chocolate, vanilla and strawberry wafer cookies?) They have several flavors and always growing. While it … Continue reading "PowerCrunch Vanilla Whey Protein – Product Review"
Deviled Egg Veggie Dip Bariatric Friendly Appetizer for a party! With Easter quickly upon us (along with the season of Wedding Showers, Baby Showers and Graduation parties) this recipe is wonderful for a postop weight loss surgery patient – deviled egg veggie dip. One thing I loved most was how much this … Continue reading "Deviled Egg Veggie Dip – Bariatric Friendly Appetizer"
How do you chop an onion? I’m certain there are a variety of ways to chop an onion…but this is my approach. After a knife skills class in college and years of working with and around food, it’s the approach I feel is safest and easiest. Have a good cutting board and a good knife. … Continue reading "How to Chop an Onion – Video"
11 Signs You’ve Had Weight-Loss Surgery I know I’m not Buzzfeed…but I thought this could be fun. You know those “10 Signs You Were Raised in the 1980s” and other fun articles? Hmmm…it makes me wonder. What would the signs be that you’ve had Gastric Bypass or Gastric Sleeve Surgery? These are based on … Continue reading "11 Signs You’ve Had Weight-Loss Surgery"
Swanson Flavor Infused Broths So sad…this product is no longer available! Not to worry, I have other suggestions Here are a a couple easy ways to add flavor to your broth during your liquid diet after bariatric surgery! Plus a pureed recipe for when you’re ready :) For more information on the … Continue reading "Swanson Flavor Infused Broths – Approved for the Bariatric Liquid Diet"
With Spring Break just around the corner, I thought now would be a great time to share about my recent trip and how I kept health a priority in the midst of my vacationing! You may have read in my other posts or seen on Facebook that in February, Mr. W and I took a 12 … Continue reading "Roadtrip and Other Vacation Tips After Bariatric Surgery"
Have you had Gastric Sleeve or Bypass surgery and fearful of losing too much weight? Maybe you get comments from friends and family members telling you not to lose too much weight (which is another video all in itself!) Today’s video on FoodCoachMe TV is about what I do as a provider when someones weight … Continue reading "Losing Too Much Weight After Bariatric Surgery – Video"
Cooking for One After Weight Loss Surgery Tips and recipes for single serving, simple meals It’s very hard to find motivation when no one else is counting on you for a meal and you know there’ll be more food than you can possibly eat! Why even bother and spend the time in the kitchen for … Continue reading "Cooking for One after Weight Loss Surgery"
By the time you read this post, I’ll be on a 2 week road trip vacation with Mr. W. Which means, while I write this post…I’m in a season of waiting. I’m waiting for something I’ve been planning on and saving for since December of last year. As I wait, and plan, and pack, and prepare….I’ve been … Continue reading "Staying Patient in Your Weight Loss Journey"
I’m a big fan of Pinterest. I love looking for ways to organize my bathroom or for inspiration on my next dinner planning session. I laugh when there are “pins” of sculpted girls lifting weights right next to a chocolate molten lava cake. Pinterest can be a fantastic tool in your weight-loss journey. You can … Continue reading "Can Pinning Be Hurting You?"
