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Avoid Morning Snacks to Lose Weight

Posted: Jan 04 in Gastric Band Blog by

People trying to lose weight often concentrate on what they eat at mealtime. They think less about what goes into their bodies between meals. As long as it’s healthy and doesn’t go over their daily calorie limit, what’s the harm in a little snacking?

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Nuts in Your Diet

Posted: Dec 13 in Gastric Band Blog by

If you are trying to lose weight, then it is important to speak with your weight loss doctor in Albany about the best weight loss methods available for you. As you are working towards making the change to a healthier lifestyle, it is important to incorporate healthy snack alternatives to traditional sugar filled treats. There are a number of small things which you can change in your diet that will not only help you lose weight but also keep you healthy in a variety of ways. In addition to being a premier source of protein, nuts are a great snack that you can keep with you when you are on the go, helping you to prevent poor snacking decisions when hunger emerges. By making sure that you include nuts in your diet, you ingest much needed protein into your system without all the dangers that various forms of meat can carry.

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Broccoli and Weight Loss

Posted: Dec 04 in Gastric Band Blog by

A cup of steamed broccoli a day may help drop unwanted pounds! Research has shown that broccoli is a low-calorie and low-fat vegetable packed with an abundance of nutrients, fiber, and cancer-fighting agents. Not only is broccoli rich in twice the amount of vitamins C and K needed in a day, but it also is an excellent source of vitamins B2 and B6, phosphorus, magnesium, protein and omega-3 fatty acids. These vitamins, minerals, and cancer-reducing compounds are best maintained with minimal preparation time.

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Diet before Bariatric Surgery

Posted: Aug 18 in Gastric Band Blog by

While most people know that their diet will change for life after they have weight control surgery, few realize that they may have to alter how they eat before surgery, too. Chances are your doctor will want you to lose weight before you undergo bariatric surgery.

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Snack Ideas to Help You Eat More Fruits and Vegetables

Posted: Jul 28 in Gastric Band Blog by

Although the amount of fruits and vegetables we need each day varies depending on age, gender, and amount of exercise, we all know that they are important for your health. Fruits and vegetables are abundant in vitamins and nutrients, which are especially needed after weight loss surgery here in Albany.

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Weekly Menu Planning After Bariatric Surgery

Posted: May 17 in Gastric Band Blog by

After weight loss surgery, you will need to completely revamp the way you eat. Your stomach will hold significantly less food than before, which means that you will have to make sure that the foods that you do eat provide adequate nutrition without any excess bulk. Formulating weekly menus can help you make sure that you are getting the nutrients you need, especially as your needs will change each week as you recover from surgery. When setting out on a nutritional plan it is important to make sure you follow the advice of your doctor, but learning a few general tips can help you stay full and healthy.

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Adapting to the New Dietary Guidelines

Posted: Feb 14 in Gastric Band Blog by

A healthy diet is key to long-term, successful weight loss. Earlier this year, the government released new dietary guidelines. These guidelines were developed to help Americans improve their health by following a healthy diet that lowers the risk for illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease. Below are some simple tips to help you make easy changes to your diet to meet the new guidelines.

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Counting the Fat in Fat

Posted: Jan 08 in Gastric Band Blog by

Paying attention to the nutritional labels on food in the supermarket as well as restaurants has been emphasized so much recently that laws are being passed to regulate what information must be included. Knowing the quantity of sugar, salt and carbohydrates is important, but it is just as important to pay attention the fat content of the calories we consume, especially following weight loss surgery.

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Best Foods To Eat For Weight Loss

Posted: Sep 22 in Gastric Band Blog by

It’s true that the “secret formula” for losing weight is to burn more calories than you consume. However, eating certain foods can help you create that calorie deficit more easily and prevent chronic illnesses while keeping you looking and feeling younger. Check out the best foods to eat for weight loss and good health!

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Negative Calorie Foods and Weight Loss

Posted: Mar 16 in Gastric Band Blog by

I’ve heard that eating negative calorie foods might be a good diet strategy. But what exactly are they? Some dieters suggest that eating “negative calorie foods” can help you to lose weight. But what are negative calorie foods, and are they really the answer to long-term weight loss?

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