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Ingredients
For The Granola

1 cup Old fashioned oats
1 tbsp vegetable oil
¼ tsp Ground cinnamon
¼ tsp Pumpkin pie spice

Did you know that turnips are in season most of the year? They are available in spring, fall and winter. Turnips are a sustainable food choice because the roots and leafy greens are all edible. When shopping, choose a turnip that is firm and smooth.

If you have not tried yoga before, National Yoga Month is a great time to try your first class. Yoga is a wonderful way to add strength training and mediation into your regular exercise routine. Besides improving your flexibility, yoga can also decrease systemic inflammation, enhance sleep and improve your heart health.

With weight loss comes a need for new clothes shopping, but what to do with all of the old items? Donate your lightly used clothes to a local charity. There are great organizations that would appreciate your generosity.

Experiment with a tomato-like alternative when cooking Spanish style dishes. It can be baked, broiled, or braised. If consumed raw, expect a citrus tangy flavor. They are good sources of niacin, potassium, vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber. Tomatillos are in season during the summer.

One popular recipe this summer has been cowboy caviar. It’s a great way to incorporate many summer vegetables into your diet and can be easily customized based on food preferences. Check out the recipe below.

On July 14th at 2PM EST, Cassie Story, a bariatric dietitian nutrition expert, will guide you through the Top 5 Ways to Increase Weight Loss Success After Bariatric Surgery. As a special thanks for joining the Bariatric Advantage webinar, all patients who attend will receive a 15% off coupon which they can apply to a future order.

Why Take a Bariatric Multivitamin instead of an Over the Counter Option

In recent years, there has been an increasing buzz about collagen supplements, but is it worth the hype? Collagen is one of the most abundant proteins in the body. However, the human body makes less collagen as we age. Sun exposure, smoking, excess alcohol, lack of exercise and inadequate sleep negatively impact collagen production.

When choosing a multivitamin after weight loss surgery, it's important to ensure the product meets the ASMBS supplement guidelines in order to prevent vitamin and mineral deficiencies throughout the lifetime. Over the counter supplements do not provide adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals after surgery which can lead to bone loss, muscle loss, neurological issues, and anemia after weight loss surgery.