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Parsnips are similar to a carrot, but are cream/yellow in color. However, they typically are cooked and not eaten raw due to their fibrous texture. When shopping, choose parsnips that are firm and smooth. They are in season during the fall and winter.

Constipation is one of the most common nutrition issues after weight loss surgery. Having anesthesia, taking pain medication, consuming iron and calcium supplements and following a liquid/soft diet can all make it harder to use the bathroom regularly.

Despite their name, winter squash is actually harvested in fall. Pumpkin, acorn squash, spaghetti squash, buttercup squash, butternut squash, delicata squash, carnival squash and hubbard squash are all types of winter squashes. They are rich in alpha and beta carotene, Vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants.

Did you know that you can likely use your health savings account or flexible spending account (HSA/FSA) card to purchase supplements on BariatricAdvantage.com? In most cases, those funds do not roll over to next year, so use your HSA or FSA benefits while you can! Why not stock up on your favorite multivitamins, calcium chews, or protein supplements? Or consider vitamin D, zinc, or a probiotic! Be sure your HSA/FSA card has a Visa or MasterCard logo and does not have usage restrictions that would prevent a successful transaction. For program details, check directly with your plan provider. Don’t let those dollars go to waste!

WHO is most important to us… It is YOU! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!

A part of the office has been turned into Whoville. Beca has created a Who for each staff member and office dog. Unfortunately, the Grinch is trying to steal Christmas from us! He must be stopped!

Holiday season is upon us! Celebrating special occasions with family and friends are usually associated with traditional foods. Navigating these meals can be tricky and a little stressful after having weight loss surgery. Hopefully the tips below will help you continue to follow the post surgery nutrition guidelines and eat a delicious meal.

Cranberries are a fruit that are grown on a vine-like plant. They are free of cholesterol, sodium and fat. Because they are rich in VItamin C, American voyagers and whalers brought cranberries on their excursions to prevent scurvy.

When shopping, choose cranberries that are firm and are dark red or yellow-red in color.

On Friday, we had some fun and celebrated Halloween with a costume contest! Our contest winners are below.

Brussel sprouts are in season during fall and winter. These cruciferous vegetables provide 3 gm of fiber per 1 cup serving. When shopping, select fresh brussel sprouts that are bright green and the leaves are firmly together or choose a frozen option that is packaged without a sauce.

Are you needing to spice up your daily protein shake or smoothie? Then Bariatric Fusion’s new caramel protein powder is just what you need! 2 scoops of this protein powder will provide you with 27gm of protein.