One of the negative effects of obesity and its related diseases is the need for most sufferers to take many, if not dozens, of pills each day to manage various conditions including high cholesterol, high blood pressure and type II diabetes. These pills are often necessary, and even life-saving. Of course, every medicine also has […]
Ahhh breakfast in bed. The eternal myth of Mother’s Day dreams. I mean, honestly, while not lifting a finger and enjoying a scrumptious meal while reclined in a cozy warm nest may sound appealing, crumbs and lost fruit chunks are not what I like between my sheets. Know your audience. Moms are notorious for putting […]
It’s almost one of everyone’s favorite holidays, Cinco de Mayo! We made this recipe both tasty and healthy, so it’s post-surgery friendly. Bariatrics-Friendly Queso To lighten the load, I did some research and made a few swaps. INGREDIENTS 1/2 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk 1 & 1/2 Reduced Fat Shredded Cheddar Cheese 3/4 Cup Rotel Diced […]
Hello Spring! Easter feels so fresh and full of life! It also has the very best themed candy of all the holidays. Enter the Spring Chicken Nest! Spring Chicken Pot Pie Nests Nest INGREDIENTS 1 Head Cauliflower 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese 1 Egg Pinch of Salt &Pepper Filling INGREDIENTS 8 oz. Cooked Chicken Breast, diced […]
It’s hoops time and if you are prepping for a weekend of watching basketball, we’ve got a few recipes that are a slam dunk! These recipes are crowd pleasers, bariatric-friendly, and easy to tweak to meet the wants and needs of both you and your non-bariatric friends. Try Perfect Pimiento Cheese, Cauliflower Loaded Fiesta Nachos, […]
In the spirit of the upcoming Irish holiday, a traditional Irish meal with a touch of green seemed fitting! The only problem is that traditional Irish meals tend to fall into the potatoes and beer category in most minds. Shepherd’s Pie INGREDIENTS (for 6 servings) 1 Head Cauliflower 1 14.5 oz Can Chicken Broth ½ […]
Weight Loss Surgery for Teens: How A Comprehensive Program in Raleigh, North Carolina Helped an Overweight Adolescent Achieve Real Results You just can’t do it on your own all the time. That’s the lesson 19-year-old Olbin Andino Castro has come to learn through his weight loss journey. With the support of family, friends and his medical […]
Obesity is a serious problem in the United States. 40% of adults are obese and another 30% are overweight[1] which means that currently, the majority of our population is either overweight or obese. 19% of children are obese1. These numbers are increasing. Obesity is associated with numerous medical conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, […]
Recently, we sat down with Dr. Kajal Zalavadia, a bariatrician with WakeMed Bariatric Specialists of North Carolina to discuss how working with a weight loss expert can guide you to a more successful weight loss journey. Managing Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery Most patients have heard the saying to lose weight “eat less and move more” [insert […]
WakeMed Physician Practices continues to grow its network of providers and specialties, expand practice locations and collaborate with community physicians to improve the health and well-being of the people we serve. WakeMed Physician Practices welcomes the physicians and employees from Bariatric Specialists of North Carolina (BSNC). Beginning August 1, the new practice will be called […]
