When you first start seeing family and friends after weight loss surgery, they may be surprised by the new you. If you’re comfortable talking about your weight loss, a surprised reaction may be welcomed and sharing your experience with bariatric surgery comes with ease. If you’re not comfortable, the questions and attention may put you […]
The moment you started the process for bariatric surgery was the moment you made a commitment not only to yourself but to a healthier lifestyle. Now that you’ve reached your goal weight, the objective is to maintain that commitment. To maintain weight loss and the goals you set for yourself means staying committed to […]
A baby brings so much joy, a ton of work and sometimes, sleep-deprived nights. While you’re focusing on your little one, postpartum weight loss definitely is not top of mind. Once you’re physically and emotionally ready to start losing the baby weight, here are some tips to get you through. Caloric Intake […]
During the weight loss journey most patients focus on how much weight they want to lose to reach their goal. While the amount of weight lost is a strong motivational factor, and as much as we love seeing the number on the scale go down, non-scale goals are just as noteworthy to help keep you […]
The keto diet has gained popularity in the past few years in New Jersey and beyond, especially on social media. I often get asked whether or not the keto diet is right for bariatric surgery patients. The short answer is no - the keto diet, also known as the Ketogenic Diet, is not generally recommended […]
We’ve been living a pandemic life for more than a year now. Maybe we’ve paid less attention to choices like what we wear each day or how much we’ve been snacking. Talking to friends, family and patients, gaining the “COVID 19” has become something of a running joke until the call comes to head back […]
“How often should I meet with the registered dietitian?” “Is it necessary to continue visits after I start losing weight?” These are questions the New Jersey Bariatric Center’s registered dietitians get asked all the time. Our answer is always the same - weight loss after surgery is a marathon, not a sprint. Obesity is a disease […]
You’ve been working out and following a healthy eating plan, but now the scale won’t budge. What happened? You might have hit a weight loss plateau. A plateau happens naturally when weight starts to stabilize after a period of active weight loss. Don’t give up! There are ways to jump-start the weight loss again. Check […]
During the winter you may feel less motivated to stay on track with weight loss. The thought of hitting the gym or going for a walk can be less tempting when it’s snowing or extremely cold outside. And, if you’ve been consuming more calories you may have noticed those extra pounds start creeping up. […]
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 […]
Have you ever had a sudden urge to have a certain food or drink immediately or in a particular moment? Such as, while watching your favorite TV show you felt the need to have a chocolate chip cookie. Yes - then you’ve experienced a craving. Here’s a look at what causes cravings, how to […]
