What’s a good go-to snack when you’re out and about?  As a busy mom of two boys, it’s challenging at times to make healthy choices while constantly on the go. During a recent grocery store trip I needed something to curb my hunger when I stumbled upon Seapoint Farms Dry Roasted Edamame with Sea Salt. After just one bite, I was hooked!   Edamame is a recommended snack due to its rich source of protein and fiber. I was excited when I found this item as it’s easy to bring with you when taking the kids between sports practice, day
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Chickpea, black bean or edamame pasta – are these pasta alternatives healthy or not? After bariatric surgery, having enough protein and fiber in your diet is important. Women should have 60 to 80 grams of protein and 25 grams of fiber daily while men should consume 80 to 100 grams of protein and 38 grams of fiber daily. Traditional pastas have a lot of carbohydrates and not a lot of the healthy nutrients we aim to have in our post-op diets. So, what about the new pasta alternatives now on the supermarket shelves – are they better for a bariatric
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This week in our summertime recipe review, we’re taking a look at how to prepare a fresh and delicious meal for your family that doesn’t take up too much of time like dietitian Dana Babeu’s Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers from Genius Kitchen. With ground turkey as the lean protein, this recipe is low in carbohydrates making it a great choice for any bariatric diet. Ready in about 40 minutes, you’ll have a hearty meal that incorporates all the important food groups. Serve with a side of spiralized veggies for even more of a healthy boost to your dish. Ingredients 4
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This week in our summertime recipe review, we’re sharing with you dietitian Kelly Beneduce’s spin on making chicken more in tune with the warm summer weather. This summer-style chicken dish is easy to make and takes advantage of all the delicious vegetables that are currently in season. This chicken dish is loaded with zucchini, squash and tomatoes, all vegetables that are in season in the summer. This recipe gives you a chance to explore the produce items available at your local farmer’s market and take advantage of incorporating fresh vegetables into your meals rather than frozen, pre-processed items.  For some
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Next up for our summer recipe review is a Strawberry Summer Salad made by none other than New Jersey Bariatric Center’s Founder Dr. Ajay Goyal and his family. This refreshing dish includes fresh cucumbers and tomatoes to get your veggies in. When eating salad, it’s important to be aware what we put in and on it.  Often, a salad can be filled with a variety of healthy components yet once we load on the dressing, we can make the mistake of adding nearly 150 additional calories to our meal! (and that’s if we’re sticking to a small serving size of
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A few weeks ago, I realized I was stuck in a vegetable rut. My family and I were eating the same carrots and broccoli repeatedly.  It was getting a little boring so I figured it was time for a healthy change. I discovered Green Giant’s Riced Veggies in my local supermarket, which made including vegetables as part of my family’s meals quick and easy. They’re also frozen in re-sealable bags so they’re always ready to throw into my favorite dishes or use as a low carb side.  My personal favorite is the Cauliflower Risotto medley. It pairs perfectly with grilled
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Our summer recipe review kicks-off strong with Bobbijo’s Cowboy Caviar a vibrant dish with a black bean protein base mixed with a variety of colorful vegtables. Whether its black, garbanzo or pinto, beans are a great source of protein and fiber. Remember, for a bariatric diet, men should be getting 80 to 100 grams of protein and 38 grams of fiber daily while women should have 60 to 80 grams of protein and 25 grams of fiber. This salad can be loaded with all your favorite veggies like peppers and onions and can be eaten with some fresh celery sticks
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