Telemedicine now available at NJBC In our effort to help stop the spread of COVID-19 and accommodate our patient’s needs, New Jersey Bariatric Center now offers telemedicine appointments. Scheduling a Telemedicine Appointment Call our office at 908-481-1270 or click here to schedule a telemedicine appointment. After scheduling, patients will receive a confirmation email from us […]
As the first cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) are confirmed in NJ, we want to update you on the actions the New Jersey Bariatric Center is taking to protect our patient’s health as well as answer some frequently asked questions that our team has received over the last few days. First, if you are concerned that you […]
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. This spinach, mushroom, onion and mozzarella omelet is a simple, delicious, veggie and protein-packed meal. What's great about this dish is that it's really easy to customize. Start with a base of eggs and egg whites then add your favorite veggies, cheese and spices. A […]
After bariatric surgery, whether gastric bypass or gastric sleeve, many patients look forward to being able to have a healthy, full-term pregnancy. When asked by a patient if it is safe to get pregnant after bariatric surgery, my immediate response is a resounding, “YES!” and then quickly followed by the recommendation to wait at least […]
I always get asked by my patients, what can I eat if I’m craving something sweet? Ideally, avoiding sweets is best, but you can have a treat here and there sometimes. If I’m craving something chocolate, one of my healthier “go-to’s” is Tribe Chocolate Hummus. Let’s look at the nutritional information: Low in […]
Part of NJBC’s Bariatric FAQ Series Many weight loss surgery patients ask when it would be safe to resume sexual activity after surgery. When patients ask this question, there is a general concern about affecting the surgical area and the staples in the abdomen. This concern usually applies not only to sexual activity but also […]
Join us for our FREE 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. This Month’s Topic: Relationship Challenges After Surgery Springfield: Tuesday, February 18th @ 6:30pm at New Jersey Bariatric Center, 193 Morris […]
Switch up your traditional breakfast with this super simple and festive Dark Chocolate Strawberry protein shake. With ingredients you probably already have at home, you can make a protein packed meal perfect for Valentine’s Day. Ingredients: 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (We used 2 scoops Celebrate deep chocolate protein powder) 1 cup […]
How many meals do you eat a day? Chances are you said three without even thinking about it. Now quick - How many times a day do you drink? Don’t know? You probably had to stop and think about it. There’s your morning cup of coffee, then maybe juice with your breakfast. A second cup […]
Did you know the Super Bowl is the second highest day of food consumption in the United States after Thanksgiving? Or that the average fan will consume 1,200 calories and 50 grams of fat from snacks? And yes, that’s just from snacks, not including actual meals. So how can you prepare for the Super […]
Intermittent fasting (IF) is the new “diet” buzzword. Our surgeons and RDs frequently get questions from patients about it - Is it a diet they should consider as a weight loss surgery patient? We don’t think of intermittent fasting as a diet, it’s an eating pattern that cycles between periods of fasting and eating. The […]
What we add to our salad can quickly sabotage our “healthy” meal, especially if it’s a creamy dressing that’s high in calories and fat. I’m always on the lookout for an all-natural, low calorie salad dressing to amp up my lunches and, Trader Joe’s Green Goddess Salad Dressing fits the bill. This salad dressing isn’t […]