"Eating well and keeping the weight off after bariatric surgery is easy with this comprehensive guide! Undergoing weight-loss surgery doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to your favorite dishes. Take control of your new life and build healthy habits with recipes crafted to meet your needs after bariatric surgery. Inside the pages of this bariatric cookbook, you'll find everything you need for post-bariatric surgery recovery and lifelong weight management. It includes: 100 delicious, satisfying recipes for each stage of post-bariatric recovery with specific portion sizes and complete nutritional information; a six-stage post-op guide to successfully transition from clear liquids and protein shakes to general foods; expert advice on what to expect pre-and post-op, and how to make small, sustainable changes to maintain your health and weight. From green tea shakes and slow cooker yogurt to apricot-glazed chicken and cedar plank salmon, this healthy recipe book is packed with easy-to-make dishes that are high in protein, low in carbs, and low in sugar. Learn about portion control and how to use the most nutritious ingredients, so your food is as good for you as it is delicious. Let bariatric surgeon Dr. Matthew Weiner guide you through your bariatric journey and help you make your transition toward healthier living as smooth as possible. He shows you how to eliminate processed foods and pivot from a protein-first diet to a produce-first diet that prioritizes vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans, and seeds. With The Bariatric Diet Guide and Cookbook, you can enjoy your favorite foods while staying on the path to better health and weight loss!" -- Description provided by publisher.
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