By The Bariatric Nutrition Team at Mather Hospital The fall chill is finally settling in and so are our fall routines. The kids are back in school, the vacation memories have been made and sun is starting to go down earlier and earlier. Thankfully, to combat these long tedious days, there are slow cookers, a…
DetailsBy Nicole Zaybak Drepaniotis, MS, RD, CDN Do our muscles have memory? They sure do. Do our muscles respond well to routine? They sure don’t! Changing up the duration and type of exercise is an essential piece of the fitness puzzle. To take your fitness to the next level, you may to try an extensively…
DetailsBy Linda Folken, MS, RDN, CDN Achieving a goal can be very challenging, especially when it comes to health and fitness. Setting the goal is the easy part; following through with accomplishing the goal is the hard part. Hard, but possible. Applying certain strategies will make goal setting more efficient and lead to accomplishing your…
DetailsBy Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RD, CDN We all know instinctively that too much sugar is not a good thing. There has been an increase in education and awareness that advises us of the importance of decreasing our sugar consumption. So why do we crave this “natural” substance? Sugar consumption triggers a chemical in our…
DetailsBy Mather’s Bariatric Nutrition Team We often focus on the creativity and flavor of our main dish and overlook our sides. A healthy complimentary side to finish our meal will help leave us satisfied until our next meal. To keep sides healthy and full of flavor, try using different spices, nuts and herbs. Some of…
DetailsBy Nicole Zaybak Drepaniotis, MS, RD,CDN Protein bars can be a healthy and convenient option as a meal replacement or snack, depending on the nutrition quality of the bar. Protein bars can provide your body with nutrients, boost your energy, and help you meet your protein needs for the day. With so many choices on…
DetailsBy Nicole Zaybak Drepaniotis, MS, RD, CDN We should all be aware of mindless munching! Snacks should be calorie controlled, nutrient dense, appetizing, and filling. When preparing your snacks for home, work, or on-the-go, try to pick the healthier option that will keep you fuller longer. If the focus is on fiber and protein with…
DetailsBy Marielle Mangano, RD, CDN Many people view back-to-school season as the opportunity to start fresh with some new, healthy habits. After a summer filled with vacations and barbeques, many people are ready to get back to their normal routines. Rev things up with these healthy lunch ideas perfect for either work or school. Each…
DetailsBy Mather’s Bariatric Nutrition Team As the summer winds down and we squeeze in last-minute (healthy) barbecues, it is important to remember to pack our lunch and be prepared for the week ahead. The best parts about barbecues, aside from spending time with friends and family, are the leftovers! Left over grilled chicken can make…
DetailsBy Jaclyn Mascia MS, RD, CDN Practicing portion control is essential for healthy eating and weight loss. As food portion sizes have increased over the years, so have our weights and waistlines. Food portions have grown so large that we have difficulty remembering what a normal portion size really looks like. Therefore, many of us…
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