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Apr
27
2015

Tips for Minimizing Hair Loss

Losing hair 3 to 5 months after weight loss surgery is a relatively common occurrence that happens from losing weight …

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Mar
04
2015

The 2 “P’s”: Protein and Produce

Eat your protein first.
After that, opt for produce (vegetables and fruits).
If you’re not sure how to buy, store, …

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Jan
12
2015

Food Journal for 1st Month Post Op

Record everything you eat and drink, and add up the protein and fluid ounces daily.
You will be expected to …

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Dec
08
2014

Misleadingly Healthy

These foods are often thought of as “healthy,” when in fact they are NOT!
Granola: Calorically dense and full of …

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Dec
02
2014

Easy Lunch Ideas

Spread lowfat hummus down center of deli turkey slices. Roll and eat
Canned tuna, salmon, or canned chicken mixed …

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Oct
29
2014

Easy Breakfast Ideas

Plain nonfat greek yogurt + PB2 (powdered peanut butter). Top with a few slices of bananas or a few …

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Oct
21
2014

How to Select a Yogurt

Yogurt is a great source of protein. However, sometimes it comes packaged with a lot of extra sugar and/or fat, …

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Oct
21
2014

10:1 Ratio Rule

Don’t spend more than 10 calories per gram of protein.
Here’s an easy way to do the math when you …

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Oct
06
2014

Bursting the High Protein Cereal Bubble

You’ve likely seen it on store shelves: “High Protein” Cheerios, “High Protein” Fiber One. Other brands may follow in the …

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Sep
30
2014

Best Protein Sources

It’s likely you’ve heard the advice, “Eat lean protein.” But have you ever stopped to think about what “lean” really …

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