In 2017, approximately 228,000 Americans underwent a bariatric procedure, including the gastric sleeve, Roux-en-Y bypass, gastric band, balloon, duodenal switch, and revisions.1 Bariatric surgeries don’t only change your appearance Read more...
If you are a mom or have ever babysat kids (or been around one during lunch time), you understand that kids can be difficult eaters. They can be picky, don’t always eat on a timely schedule, and create a mess in the process. In Read more...
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s hard for any of us to escape heart-shaped chocolate boxes and huge stuffed animals lining department and grocery stores all around the country. Valentine’s Day is typically Read more...
Have you ever felt isolated? Maybe you don’t enjoy spending your spare time with other people or maybe you want to but can’t find the opportunity. I personally believe isolation is one of the most detrimental circumstances that Read more...
Adapting is hard. Adapting may just be the most difficult part of living. Whether it is a new job, new routine, new diagnosis, or a shift in relationships, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed and “stuck”. Feelings of stress Read more...
Did you know that the food we eat creates both a physical and mental response? Anatomically, ingesting food promotes enzyme production, stomach movement, and smooth muscle relaxation and contraction to move food through the intestines. Read more...
Who doesn’t love pumpkin in the fall? Utilize multiple parts of this fabulous squash to add depth to a tasty dish. Paired with hearty feta and tangy pomegranate seeds, this simple salad can be paired with any main course or can Read more...
To all of the sons, brothers, fathers, and husbands out there…Happy International Men’s Day! When it comes to gender-specific health, women typically steal the spotlight. If you walk down the grocery aisle you might notice that Read more...
Naturally, bariatric surgery impacts the digestive system. Often removing not only the stomach but also parts of the small intestine, bariatric procedures change your appetite and can also affect your nutrient absorption. After Read more...
It’s tough for the lungs to ever catch a break. Spring and Summer bring pollen showers, while the short and cold winter days plague us with colds and flus. Thankfully, there are multiple ways you can strengthen and protect your Read more...
