GUEST POST: It is no secret that the holiday season revolves around food. Rich festive foods absolutely have their place during the holidays, but when it comes to host/hostess gifts this year, we want to challenge you to opt for gifts that are a bit more frugal in terms of calories! We all know that[Read More]
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8 Ways To Enjoy Your Holidays & Stay On Track
GUEST POST: As the holidays are here, almost everyone is faced with the challenge of eating healthily, or sticking to prescribed (or self-induced) diets. For bariatric patients, this effort is made more herculean by the unending high-fat, high-carb, sugary treats and sparkly beverages that are the hallmark of holiday celebrations. We find ourselves in a[Read More]
Get A Festive Head Start …
Snap, Sparkle and Pop! It’s time to start seriously thinking ahead for Christmas and I have been busy getting those ‘little things’ out of the way. The little things that make all the difference … you know the sort of thing – crackers that snap well; table gifts and stocking fillers that bring a[Read More]
6 Tips For The ‘Best’ Thanksgiving!
Whilst I am busy finishing my Christmas recipes and newsletter my colleagues across the pond are preparing to start their Thanksgiving Holiday. I’m sometimes more than grateful that I don’t have the two to contend with in quick succession because holiday eating can be fraught. It needn’t be in reality but the thought of it[Read More]
Some Healthy Food Options While Travelling
I didn’t get away much this summer (save the odd day out) but now have a 5 day work (and play!) vacation in New York coming up. So today I have been checking through a few items that I can take while travelling to ensure I stay on track, get my protein and[Read More]