One of the hardest foods to say no to in the world??? Ice cream. We all know it! I get asked all the time if there is an ice cream that’s “Okay” and my answer has always been “not really.” I have a handful of recipes for homemade ice cream using Greek Yogurt that are … Continue reading “Product Review – Arctic Zero “Fit Frozen Desserts””
For Bariatric Patients, the word “carb” is often known as a very, very bad word. But obviously you need to have SOME carbs in your diet, right? Which ones are the right ones? And how do you keep you foods balanced to make sure you didnt’ overdo the carbs? Gastric Sleeve, Bypass, Banding patients…this one is … Continue reading “Video – How to Balance the “Good Carbs””
Bariatric Products to Know About Good news: the bariatric product list is endless! Welcome to the exciting journey of bariatric surgery! (Unless you’ve been on the journey for a while, but greetings just the same.) I’ve compiled several images of bariatric products to know about. Some may be familiar and some may be an exciting … Continue reading “Bariatric Products to Know About”
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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”
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”
Have you been feeling under the weather?? I feel this year has been very hard on everyone with the cold, flu and everything else yucky. When you’re sick – weight loss and healthy foods just plain aren’t the priority. The priority is to feel better! But when you don’t watch what you’re eating…you can feel poorly in a totally … Continue reading “Staying Low Carb When You’re Sick :/”
WOW…only one week until Christmas Eve! I have been soaking up the time of Christmas movies and holiday decorating. Note: no holiday baking has been happening in my house….and it’s for the best! As your plans come together for celebrating this years Christmas, you may be facing a few challenging scenarios for staying on track … Continue reading “Surviving the Holidays Part 7: Traveling & Hosting”
You know when you just stumble upon something amazing?? You accidentally created something so delicious you want to tell everyone about it?? This is where I’m at with my latest mocha creation. I made it one afternoon for a little treat and now have to limit myself…. The secret ingredient here is a Dark Chocolate Pudding/Shake Protein … Continue reading “Super Fast Skinny Mocha”
If you’re thinking about the Bariatric Liquid Diet…you must be gearing up for weight-loss surgery! Congratulations!!! Bariatric programs differ quite a bit in recommendations so always remember to consult your doctor. My guidelines may differ in some areas and I did try and state that in this video. Great options for liquid diet including fluid … Continue reading “Liquid Diet Shopping Suggestions”
