Don’t Freeze Up Your Fun! Preventing Winter Injuries

Winter chores and recreational activities such as shoveling snow, skiing, skating, and sledding can be all fun and games until you get hurt. Even simple things like slipping on an icy sidewalk can cause injury, muscle strains, sprains and spasms, leading to pain and stiffness. Prevent pain and injury by taking the proper precautions before…

Confessions of a Dietitian

By Melissa Buscetta, RD, CDN I am terrible at meal prep. I know, as a dietitian, how crazy? I know a ton of dietitians who love meal planning and preparation on weekends for the work week ahead, however, it feels very overwhelming and limiting to me. I have found what works for me is keeping…

Christine Amoroso appointed vice president for quality at Mather

December 13, 2018 Christine Amoroso, RN, BS, MS, has been appointed as Mather Hospital’s vice president for quality, a new position. Amoroso previously was director of quality management for Southside Hospital in Bay Shore. Before joining Southside in 2013, she served as assistant director of corporate quality for Northwell Health. Amoroso received her master’s degree…

Christine Amoroso appointed vice president for quality at Mather

PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Christine Amoroso, RN, BS, MS, has been appointed as Mather Hospital’s vice president for quality, a new position. Amoroso previously was director of quality management for Southside Hospital in Bay Shore. Before joining Southside in 2013, she served as assistant director of corporate quality for Northwell Health. Amoroso received her master’s…

Lighter Green Bean Casserole

From your Bariatric Nutrition Team If you love the traditional green bean casserole – so popular for the holidays – this is a lightened-up version that won’t weigh you down. Makes 10 servings (serving size is 1/2 cup).

Fighting Holiday Stress

From your Bariatric Nutrition Team Don’t you want to feel joyful and relaxed during the holidays and less agitated? “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” You remember those lyrics by Andy Williams, don’t you? What happened to sipping warm beverages while listening to joyful holiday songs by the fire? Unfortunately, sometimes our holidays…

Holiday Hacks

By Melissa Buscetta, RD, CDN our kids leftover Halloween candy, marathon Thanksgiving meals, and holiday work parties can leave you feeling overwhelmed with managing your weight during the holiday season.  Here are some tips to create a more mindful holiday eating experience:

Staying Active at Home

By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RDN, CDN Life gets hectic sometimes, and there are many things that demand our attention. Work, school, commuting, and family obligations can be overwhelming at times. Often it’s our physical activity that suffers, although being active and exercising is one of the best ways to reduce stress. Fortunately, even if…

Cauliflower Chicken Pot Pie

From your Bariatric Nutrition Team The cooler fall days are here, as are the delicious comfort foods that go along with them. Here is a lighter, healthier version of a warm and hearty classic. Makes 4 servings.