One of the most common questions I get as a registered dietitian is “which foods should I have in my kitchen?”. It’s important to keep your fridge and pantry stocked with healthy foods to ensure that you’re sticking to your pre or post-op diet and to resist temptation. Here are a few staples to […]
The state of New Jersey has announced that individuals at high risk of severe COVID-19 complications,including those with obesity, severe obesity and medical conditions such as Type 2 diabetes, are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. Obesity is classified as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher but less than 40, and severe […]
When the pandemic first hit and everyone was rushing out to the grocery stores to stock up, I did too. I was looking for foods that were high in protein and low in carbohydrates, and wouldn’t go bad in case we were stuck at home for longer than expected. To my surprise, I did find […]
I’ve had a few patients ask me recently whether the new plant-based burgers: the Impossible Burger or Beyond Burger - are healthy or not. These burgers claim to resemble the taste of a traditional beef burger more closely than soy-based or black bean burgers, but are they healthier than meat? Let’s take a look at […]
How many people make goals in the beginning of the year only to lose sight of them after a few months or even a few weeks? Here's how to have more accountability to achieve your goals using the SMART goal technique: Specific: When you make a goal specific, there is a clear way to tell […]
Join us for our Tuesday Talks for bariatric patients, led by a registered dietitian. Each meeting includes a special topic or guest, a Q&A session and open talk about weight and wellness issues. The Tuesday Talk session for December will be held remotely via Zoom. If you are interested in attending the Tuesday Talks […]
My family and I look forward to our taco nights which we have once or twice a week. A lot of people tend to think that tortillas are healthier or lower in carbohydrates than bread. However, typical tortillas can have around 200 calories, and 35 grams of carbohydrates which is more than 2 slices of […]
In our latest blog, the team of surgeons share some of their thanksgiving traditions. Read on to find out how Dr. Goyal prepares his turkey, when Dr. Buwen celebrates Thanksgiving and which special event Dr. Thomas celebrates during the week of thanksgiving. "About 12 years ago I spontaneously […]
Join us for our Tuesday Talks for bariatric patients, led by a registered dietitian. Each meeting includes a special topic or guest, a Q&A session and open talk about weight and wellness issues. Tuesday Talk sessions for October will be held remotely via Zoom. If you are interested in attending the Tuesday Talks sessions listed […]
Flour alternatives now fill the baking aisles. Why should we consider flour alternatives and which one is the “healthiest” choice? The original ‘go-to’ - white flour - is a highly refined substance that is made when the wheat bran and germ is removed, leaving only the starchy endosperm. This makes white flour more shelf-stable, but […]
I recently bought an air fryer and have been trying out different recipes. My family and I absolutely love breaded chicken. If you fry the chicken in a pan, you’ll generally need a ton of oil which can add up a lot in calories and fat. In the air fryer, you only need a […]
Join us for our Tuesday Talks for bariatric patients, led by a registered dietitian. Each meeting includes a special topic or guest, a Q&A session and open talk about weight and wellness issues. Tuesday Talk sessions for October will be held remotely via Zoom. If you are interested in attending the Tuesday Talks sessions […]