This past weekend I rode a 40-mile bike ride with my Dad. It was a huge blessing for so many reasons – a beautiful day, quality time with my Dad, and a bit of a physical challenge for me to push myself to new heights. I’ve been bike riding for a few years now. But this bike … Continue reading “How to Eat for Running/Biking After Weight-Loss Surgery”
While bariatric programs differ on the postop diet progression, most anywhere you go will require a liquid diet after surgery. The trouble for many, many postop patients is that everything is way. too. sweet. If you’re a postop patient yourself, you may have experienced this. If you are not but are headed towards surgery, it’s something … Continue reading “Bariatric Liquid Diet – When Everything is too Sweet”
I hear it all the time, “when I eat breakfast, I end up being even more hungry!” What’s the deal with that? In today’s Weekly Wednesday Video I will explain what might be going on if eating breakfast is making you hungry :) [member][/member] [nonmember] This Video is Members Only. Receive Full-Access to all FoodCoachMe … Continue reading “Does Eating Breakfast Make You MORE Hungry?”
I often get asked what Protein Powder to use. I change my brand all the time, but lately I’ve been using Jay Robb. Watch the video blow to learn more! Here’s a link to order (aff link):Jay Robb Whey Protein Powder Chocolate — 12 oz Video Transcript: Hey it’s Steph, Bariatric Dietitian on FoodCoach.Me with … Continue reading “Protein Powder Video Review: Jay Robb Whey Protein”
Should I take an appetite suppressant after weight-loss surgery? Options to help lose re-gain. Research commonly tells us that about one-third of post-op patients will put a significant amount of weight back on. BOOOOO! When the honeymoon period is over and the opportunities to eat starches and sweets are piling up…should you consider taking … Continue reading “Appetite Suppressant After Weight-Loss Surgery?”
Bruschetta Baked Pork Chops – Bariatric Recipe Thank you Kraft Foods once again for an amazing meal idea! The original recipe calls for Shake N Bake, but my classic substitution of grated parmesan cheese worked like a charm! I love the flavors of the bruschetta topping, yet it was so fast to get together … Continue reading “Bruschetta Baked Pork Chops – Bariatric Recipe”
Ahhh sweet relief. If you didn’t read about Carb Rehab Days #1, #2 or #3…then catch up! :) Days #2 and #3 of a carb rehab are by the far the most difficult. I feel my hungriest during these days. I ate meals an hour before my normal time and my portions were bigger than … Continue reading “Carb Rehab- Day #4 Recap”
If you didn’t catch Day #1 or Day #2 of Carb Rehab, check them out so you can get caught up :) Day #3 is traditionally a doozy for me. And this time was no exception. I typically advise planning your carb rehab so Days 2-4 fall on the “easier” days for you. Meaning, perhaps … Continue reading “Carb Rehab – Day #3 Recap”
Be sure to catch Carb Rehab Day #1 Here. The thing about blogging about your carb rehab progress…is that it keeps you super accountable. I do NOT want to admit on a blog post that I didn’t work out again. In fact, I would encourage you to be public about your own carb rehab. It doesn’t have to be … Continue reading “Carb Rehab – Day #2”
You may have seen my post on Facebook yesterday….this week I checked myself into carb rehab. Because I so strategically planned our wedding anniversary for 2 days after my birthday, this time of year is a total CARB FESTIVAL! Red velvet baked goods, birthday cookie cakes and year old anniversary cake (surprisingly amazing). I was … Continue reading “Carb Rehab – Day #1”