Studies show weight loss injection can decrease total body weight by more than 20% November 8th, 2023: Today the FDA approved Zepbound™, Eli Lilly’s prescription weight loss injection. Zepbound™ is a weekly, self-administered injection used for the treatment of chronic weight management in adults with obesity. Tirzepatide, the active ingredient in Zepbound™ works by altering […]

Office to Serve Gastric Sleeve and Gastric Bypass Patients in Passaic County SPRINGFIELD, N.J., November 30, 2022 – New Jersey Bariatric Center® (NJBC), an industry leader in medical and surgical weight loss, is announcing a new office location in northeastern New Jersey to serve its growing patient base. Located in Totowa, NJ, this is NJBC’s […]

The registered dietitian team at New Jersey Bariatric Center are big on planning ahead, especially when it comes to hectic schedules that can mess with even the healthiest of food intentions. Here are some great make-ahead, meal prep options that can be quickly reheated when you walk in the door from work, school, activities or […]

At New Jersey Bariatric Center, we understand how hectic weeknights can be between the evening commute, after school activities, and having a healthy dinner. When you’re running low on time and need a quick meal for the whole family, stopping at a fast casual restaurant can be the most convenient option. Here are some healthier […]

As the lazy days of summer wind down, the back-to-school shuffle starts. Homework, fall sports and extracurricular activities are enough to interrupt even the best healthy meal intentions. At New Jersey Bariatric Center we understand the challenges of eating on-the-go, so we’ve put together part one of a 3 part series on effective ways to […]

I’m an avid Trader Joe’s shopper and have recently stumbled across their “heat and serve” lemon pepper grilled chicken. I especially like it in the summertime when it’s too hot to stand in front of the grill. This chicken is pre-packaged with two chicken breasts in it, all you need to do is heat and […]

Grocery shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging. I’ve been doing my best to follow the CDC’s guidelines for minimizing travel by shopping for my family of four plus my mother as infrequently as possible. With two young kids at home who like what they like, it has been a challenge to make meals […]