What should you expect? We get this question quite a bit. Under-going gastric bypass surgery should be no split-second decision, it is a complete lifestyle change. What do we mean by this? The foods you eat will change, the drinks you enjoyed will change, your taste buds, your exercise patterns and your diet plan will ...
Edamame & Chicken Greek Salad Make this simple salad even easier by using rotisserie chicken from the deli. Put your salad on a bed of greens to add more veggies. If you’re packing it for lunch, put the greens in separate container to keep them crisp. At lunch time, simply put the chicken salad ...
If you are looking to change your health for the better, Northern Nevada is a great place to be. Lake Tahoe is in our back yard, the entertainment options in Reno/Sparks are plentiful, and an active lifestyle beckons. Northern Nevada also offers an outstanding surgical weight loss center. Western Bariatric Institute is dedicated to offering ...
There are tons of benefits to physical activity. Along with a balanced diet, it can lead to better heart health and weight loss. But what about the brain? Recent studies show that regular exercise can improve memory and heighten your mood. As if you needed another reason to get out and exercise, here are the ...
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Grilled Peaches with Honey, Yogurt, and Mint Fresh peaches are in season so this is the time to enjoy them. Any variety of peach will work with this recipe, but if you use a freestone it will be easier to remove the pit. Purchase ripe peaches since they do not ripen well after they ...
When you were young, you probably heard your parents tell you to eat your meats, dairy, fish, and grains if you wanted to grow big and strong. Believe it or not, they were right. Proteins are essential to a healthy body and can help you stay fuller for longer. In addition, they can fuel your ...
One of summer’s delights is biting into a fresh, ripe, sweet, juicy peach. There is an abundance of this stone fruit available at the farmers markets It is best to buy ripe peaches since they do not ripen well after picking. Peaches bruise easily so use your whole hand to see if they are ...
Out of sight, out of mind. A great way to avoid the tempting foods that are in your house is to put them out of sight. If they are sitting out in full view, every time you walk past the food, you may be tempted to eat. Put problematic foods in the back of ...
We encourage both our bariatric surgery and lifestyle clientele to incorporate regular exercise into their weekly routines, but where is a good place to start? If getting a gym membership seems daunting and running is a bit too taxing for you, it’s a great idea to start walking. Numerous studies have been conducted that show ...