Importance of Cardiovascular Exercise By: Michelle Murdolo, MS, RD, CDN You may hear your doctor tell you to “get your heart rate up.” When they say this, they are suggesting cardiovascular exercise. There is a reason they tell you this – cardiovascular exercise, or cardio as it’s often referred to, benefits your heart! Cardio is…
Sheet Pan Easy Low‑Sodium Nut‑Crusted Salmon with Brown Rice and Asparagus Ingredients (1 serving) 4 oz salmon fillet (skinless, boneless) 2 tbsp finely chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pistachios — unsalted) 1 tsp olive oil (or avocado oil) 1 tsp Dijon mustard (low sodium) or plain Greek yogurt for binding 1 tsp lemon juice…
Yields: 6-8 servings (Note: RNY patients will have much smaller portion sizes) Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 6-8 hours Ingredients: · Corned Beef: o 1 (3-4 lb) lean corned beef brisket flat cut (choose flat cut over point cut for less fat). o 1 packet corned beef seasoning (usually included). o Optional (for…
Southwestern three-bean & barley soup 6 servings, about 1 1/3 cups each | Active Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 2 1/4 hours Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion, diced 1 large stalk celery, diced 1 large carrot, diced 9 cups water 4 cups (32-ounce carton) reduced-sodium chicken broth, “no-chicken” broth or…
Navigating meals after bariatric surgery can be challenging, and the holidays add another layer of complexity. While the festive season might feel different, remember your health is worth it.
Navigating meals after bariatric surgery can be challenging, and the holidays add another layer of complexity. While the festive season might feel different, remember your health is worth it.
Winter Vegetable Soup Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Total Time: 60 minutes Ingredients 2 tsp olive oil 1 cup chopped leeks, white parts only 3/4 cup chopped celery 1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 cups carrots, sliced 1 cup rutabaga or turnips, cut into 1-inch pieces…
Navigating meals after bariatric surgery can be challenging, and the holidays add another layer of complexity. While the festive season might feel different, remember your health is worth it.
Dear Breast Imaging Radiologist, After my last routine mammogram, I was told, “You have dense breast tissue.” I stared at the report, a silent “What does that even mean?” hanging in the air. Until then, the concept of breast density had been completely off my radar. Then, I was left wondering: Was this a ticking…
Soy refers to the soybean plant. It is categorized as a legume and is native to East Asia. It is often used as a plant-based alternative to animal protein. Soy is considered a high biological protein source because it contains all nine essential amino acids that the human body cannot produce on its own and must obtain from food.