The beginning of the year is often a time for resolutions and new routines. It comes on the heels of a holiday season that typically brings more indulgences, increased stress and inconsistent sleep. It’s only natural to look for a reset as we turn the calendar to a new year. Instead of seeking out the […]
Consider these festive holiday recipes approved by our Bariatric Surgery and Medical Weight Loss team. Delicious and bariatric-friendly options are available after your surgery. Don’t miss out on the scrumptious fun. Try these for a season that is yummy and bright! Protein Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups (from Bariatric Foodie) Ingredients Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling 1/2cup pure canned pumpkin (NOT […]
When most of us think about medications, we think of medications as a form of treatment for a medical condition. For instance, if a patient has high blood pressure and a doctor starts him/her on a medication to lower blood pressure, like Zestril, that is exactly what the medication does — it directly lowers the […]
According to the Obesity Action Coalition, more than 29 percent of female North Carolinians are considered obese. Losing weight is different for women than men for several reasons. Men have more muscle mass, which burns more calories, men have faster metabolism, and there are hormonal differences. The following is some advice for women who are […]
The most popular New Year’s resolution is to get healthy and lose weight. Make this the year that those resolutions result in real change by following the very sensible advice of dietitians and nutrition scientists around the world. This advice is summed up in a recent News & Observer article written by WakeMed’s own Parul Kharod. […]
#1 – Eat Breakfast. You can burn more calories each day by eating breakfast and you will have less of a chance of overeating at night. Peanut butter sandwich Homemade Egg McMuffin Banana sandwich Oatmeal w/blueberries Cereal & 1% milk #2 – Cut 100 Calories Out of Your Diet. It adds up! If you cut […]
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