DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
14 FOLLOWERS
DFW Bariatric Institute offers Weight Loss Surgery in the Dallas-Ft. Read the latest news about bariatric surgery and weight loss treatment from our Dallas - Fort Worth and Arlington area practice.
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
1y ago
-1 15 oz. can pumpkin -8 oz. plain Greek yogurt -1/2 cup Splenda or Stevia -1 1/2 tsp. vanilla -1 tsp cinnamon -1 tsp pumpkin pie spice Mix all ingredients together. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Enjoy with sliced apples as a healthy Thanksgiving treat ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
Ingredients: – 1 bunch of broccoli, chopped -1 red bell pepper, sliced -1 green bell pepper, sliced -1 bunch of asparagus, chopped into 1” sections -14 oz. kielbasa turkey sausage, sliced into ½” sections -1 tsp. salt -1 tsp. pepper -1 tsp. garlic powder -1 tsp canola oil -1/4 cup parmesan cheese -non-stick cooking spray ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
1. Avoid Skipping Meals Skipping meals can ultimately cause you to take in more candy than planned due to low blood sugars. 2. Make Halloween a Physical Activity Event Don’t miss a great opportunity to get your exercise in. Make a family game plan to walk to as many houses as you can! 3. Avoid ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
Eating out not only allows you to take in more fat and salt at your meal, but it can also result in overeating if you are not careful. Buffets can be a double edged sword, in that, they are great way to accommodate the whole family, however can be a diet disaster if you do ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
Being on a liquid diet during the holiday season can be challenging but is 100% doable. Follow the tips below to help you coast through the holidays without a care. Tips for Liquid Diets During the Holiday Season Keep yourself busy! While off work it can become easy to make food the main focus. Take ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
You can still have a traditional Thanksgiving without the extra starches (carbs!) Modify some of your holiday favorites to fit into your meal plan: Avoid frying or breading meats. Ham, turkey, & beef tenderloin are loaded with protein and don’t need the extra carbs to taste delicious! Use cauliflower for a mock mashed potatoes dish ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
The motivation to keep pushing forward, even in the face of adversity, is a challenge that those struggling with obesity know well. Many bariatric patients try to lose weight through diet and exercise alone and eventually make the decision to have weight loss surgery to achieve their weight loss goals. Weight loss surgery is one ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
Weight loss treatment is ever expanding. Gastric Balloons become another tool in the box, and though it is not meant to replace weight loss surgery, it is a tool with possible wide implications. Though, typically, weight loss surgery is intended for people who are about 100 lbs. or more overweight, there are several millions more ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
We are regularly on the lookout for new kitchen gadgets or utensils to recommend to our bariatric patients. We know that preparing food at home is almost always healthier than convenience or restaurant food, so anything that can make food prep or cleanup quicker or more fun can help promote weight loss. The right tools ..read more
DFW Bariatric Institute Blog
3y ago
Eating at home is typically the healthiest choice for dieters and post-bariatric patients, especially if you take the time to meal plan. However, eating out can have a place in a healthy lifestyle. Dining out is a way for us to celebrate and enjoy time with friends and family. Whether you are getting take-out to ..read more