Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake So here it is Thanksgiving and you are on an all liquid post-op diet for two weeks. Thanks to our friends at Bariatric Advantage, here is a recipe for liquid pumpkin pie!! Bariatric Advantage Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake INGREDIENTS 1 Scoop Bariatric Advantage- Vanilla Protein Powder 1 Cup of Skim Milk […]
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Bariatrics Recipe Corner: Thanksgiving Substitutes
View a printable version of this blog post. Sugar Free Egg Nog *This recipe is intended for patients who have successfully completed the Full Liquid phase and are in the semi-solid phase. INGREDIENTS 4 cups skim milk 1 cup fat free egg substitute (Egg Beaters) 3 tbsp Jell-O Sugar Free Instant Pudding Mix 6 packets […]
Dropping the Pills
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 […]
Bariatrics Recipe Corner: Barbecue Turkey Meatballs
View a printable version of this recipe. Barbecue Turkey Meatballs Serving size: 4 meatballs and 1/3 cup tomato sauce Servings per recipe: 4 INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. Splenda® Brown Sugar Blend 2 ½ tbsp. apple cider vinegar 1 tsp cumin ½ tsp paprika ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 can diced tomatoes with mild green chilis 1 […]
Bariatrics Recipe Corner: Red, White, and Blueberry Caprese
It’s finally here! The beginning of Summer!! We love our celebratory meals here in the South and holiday cookouts can be a slippery slope for anyone. There is always lots of friends, family, and of course, food. To avoid reaching for the less than great options presented to you, we recommend ensuring you have a […]
Bariatrics Recipe Corner: Eggplant French Toast
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 […]
Bariatrics Recipe Corner: Cinco de Mayo Fiesta!
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 […]
Bariatrics Recipe Corner: Spring Chicken Pot Pie Nests
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 […]
Bariatrics Recipe Corner: March Madness Munchies
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, […]
Bariatrics Recipe Corner: A Shepherd’s Pie for St. Patrick’s Day
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 […]
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