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Nutrition Basics

Nov
02
2017

Non Scale Victories (“NSV’s”)

The number on the scale is NOT the only measure of your success.
Make a list of your own “Non …

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Sep
08
2016

Healthy Meal Tips

Aim for about 15 to 30 grams of protein in each meal.
Choose lean protein every time you eat: chicken, …

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Aug
15
2016

How to Make Plain Yogurt Taste Better

If the idea of plain yogurt makes you want to run and cry…
…keep reading.
It’s likely you’ve heard the …

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May
05
2016

Chicken “Hurts” to Eat

Chicken’s dense texture can make it difficult to eat in the months and years after weight loss surgery.
If you’re …

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Feb
09
2016

Ways to Eat 80g Protein/d

Using 2 protein shakes/d (30grams protein each) + the amounts of additional foods listed (eaten at any time during the …

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Dec
23
2015

Symptoms of Dehydration

Your fluid goal immediately following surgery and forever beyond is 48-64oz/d.
Any sugar free, noncarbonated beverage can be used to …

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Nov
10
2015

How to Understand a Yogurt Label

Plain, unflavored, unsweetened yogurt starts off with 7 grams of sugar per ~6oz. This is due to the naturally occurring …

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Nov
03
2015

How Much Should I Eat?!

If you’re 6-8 months or more post-surgery: Here’s the answer to your question, “How much should I eat?”
This is …

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Oct
01
2015

Chair-Table-Plate Challenge

Take the Challenge!!
Meaning: Sit in a chair, at a table, with a plate, every time you eat.
This means …

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Apr
27
2015

Are You Eating Enough Protein Rich Foods to Justify D/c Use of Protein Shakes?

We hear it every day….
“I’m so sick of those protein shakes!”
Well that may be the case, but unless …

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