The Nutrition for Weight Loss Surgery Blog
Zucchini Slice
A handy little snack that is planned, purposeful and protein packed!
Eating Rules of Engagement
The Eating Rules of Engagement“Do you eat your meals at the table?” seemed like a simple question, but it really prompted some fascinating and insightful discussion when asked in our Online Support group. People were eating in their cars, at their work desk, in front...
Choc Cashew Protein Balls
A handy little snack that is planned, purposeful and protein packed!
Slider Foods
Slider FoodsThe goal of weight loss surgery is to feel satisfied on a smaller portion of nutritious food than you would have prior to surgery. This reduction in food leads to a less calories being taken in, allowing the body to use some of its stored energy (fat) for...
The Pre-op Phase – How Important Is It?
The Pre-op Phase - How Important Is It?If you have a date booked for your weight loss surgery, then you might be starting to think about your pre-op diet phase, the very low calorie diet, or VLCD. This can be both an exciting and nerve-wracking time, but by being...
Chicken & Haloumi Salad with Spinach, Strawberries & Asparagus
Makes 4 small serves Large handful of baby spinach leaves8 strawberries, quartered8 asparagus spears, trimmed and blanched 1⁄2 avocado, diced200g chicken tenderloins, grilled160g haloumi, sliced and grilled1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil...
Vitamins – why and what?
There are a few key facts about choosing vitamin and mineral supplements after weight loss surgery that you need to know.
Lemon Protein Balls
A handy little snack that is planned, purposeful and protein packed!
Weight Loss Woes
Weight Loss WoesWe commonly see weight loss surgery patients panic in the early stages following weight loss surgery. It may be in the first few weeks, or the first few months. A surgeon we work, Dr Justin Bessell, regularly says he is not particularly interested in...
Stuck in Isolation?
Stuck in Isoltation?Covid-19 has all taken us by surprise and impacted us in more ways than one, and in ways we never expected …… like the toilet paper debacle! But on a serious note, its highly contagious nature is devastating our health, safety and economy, and many...
