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Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery News and Info

The National Institutes of Health recognize bariatric surgery as the only effective treatment to combat severe obesity and maintain weight loss in the long term.

Read more: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/files/docs/guidelines/ob_gdlns.pdf

We tend to think of our bones like rocks, stable and unchanging, but our bones are continually being broken down and rebuilt just like our skin or muscle tissue. Before weight loss surgery, bones have become strong and dense to support excess weight. After surgery, bones tend to lose strength and density, because they are not supporting as much weight, nutrient intake decreases, and absorption may be hindered due to less stomach acid (bypass and sleeve) and less intestinal absorptive area (bypass).

Keep Your Bones Strong 

 

The protein packs found at gas stations and grocery stores offer great convenience, but that convenience comes with a high price tag and an excess of fat and calories. Instead, make your own snack packs. You’ll be in control of what foods to include and will save some major bucks to boot.

Download Healthful Tips: How to Make a Better Snack Pack

Mix and match foods. Shoot for a total of 100-125 calories for snacks and 200-250 calories for a meal. Buy small divided dishes or divvy bulk foods into re-closable snack bags and meal prep once for the week.

 

FoodPortionCaloriesProtein
Nuts and Seeds
Almonds7492
Peanuts, Dry Roasted9512
Peanut Butter1 ½ t.452
Peanut Butter Dip   
Pistachios15512
Walnut Halves4521
Roasted Edamame2 T.505
Pumpkin Seeds1 T.382
Sunflower Seeds1 T.632
Dips   
Peanut Butter Dip2 T.485
Hummus2 T.602
Meats
Tuna1 oz.287
Deli Turkey, Lean1 oz.255
Deli Ham, Lean1 oz.305
Deli Roast Beef, Lean1 oz.306
Grilled Chicken , sliced1 oz.275
Smoked Salmon1 oz.547
Turkey Snack Bites1/2 oz. or 3 bites404
Turkey Jerky½ oz.405
Cheese
Babybel, Light1506
Light String Cheese1 string507
2% Cheese, Sliced½ oz.433
Laughing Cow, Light1 wedge253
Veggies and Fruits
Baby Carrot Sticks½ cup431
Apple Slices, dipped in lemon juice½ small470
Dried Strawberries½ oz.501
Raisins½ oz.420
Prunes½ oz.481
Dates½ oz.391
Crackers/Other
Pretzels, mini10552
Kashi 7-Grain Crackers4441
Chocolate Chips-NAS1 t.230

 

Peanut Butter Dip

2T powdered peanut butter
2 cartons Oikos Triple Zero Vanilla Yogurt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup Sugar Free Cool Whip®

Place powdered peanut butter, yogurt, and cinnamon in bowl and mix well. Gently add Cool Whip and stir until blended. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve with apples. Makes 8 (2 tablespoon) servings.

Nutrition information per serving: 48 calories, 5 grams protein, 1 grams fat, 6 grams
carbohydrate, 26 mg sodium.

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