Rex Bariatric Specialists Quick Recipes
Spice up your meal variety with these healthy, quick recipes recommended by REX Bariatric Specialists!
Recipes
Category: Nutrition
Recipe: Pumpkin Banana Muffins
Pumpkins are nutrition-packed vegetables that seem to be underrated for the majority of the year- until fall rolls around. Pumpkin is high in fiber, low in sugar and fat, and contains many micro-nutrients the body requires to function. [Read more...]
Nutrition, Recipes
The Bigger the Bottle, the Bigger the Baby?
A new UNC School of Medicine study shows that the size of a bottle may contribute to greater weight gain and size for formula-fed infants, putting them at greater risk for obesity later in life.
Nutrition, Pregnancy and Maternal Health
Parsley Veggie Dip
Whip up some homemade veggie dip with low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese and a blend of spices.
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Low Sodium Zucchini Stir-Fry
A low-sodium recipe for zucchini and squash lovers!
Nutrition
Study Finds Surprising Links Between Bullying and Eating Disorders
According to new research from Duke and UNC, both victims of bullying and the bullies themselves could be at risk psychologically for anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
Eating Disorders, Mental Health, Nutrition
Cucumber Salad
Learn how to make a summer favorite, cucumber salad, with just a few simple steps and ingredients! Low-fat yogurt, vinegar and dill will make this cucumber salad a great light meal, or a nice healthy snack. [...]
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Fiesta Lettuce Wraps and Pepper Boats
Add some variety to your diet with this colorful summer meal. Get creative with these lettuce wraps and pepper boats for only 350 calories! [...]
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Comparing the DASH and the Mediterranean Diets
According to the CDC, hypertension (high blood pressure) affects 70 million Americans. It’s a condition which can lead to weakening of the arteries, stroke, and heart and kidney disease if is not controlled. High blood pressure is a measured blood pressure reading of 140/90 mm Hg or higher. Shockingly, one out of three American adults…
Nutrition
Navigating Nutrition Noise
Diet advice can be confusing, conflicting and overwhelming. Almost daily, you hear about a new study that contradicts the one you heard the week before. New studies gain traction in the media and spread like wildfire. You search the internet to read more about what you just heard on the news and you become even…
Nutrition
Orange Couscous with Almonds, Raisins and Mint
Try something new with couscous! This dish can be served on its own or with chicken, beef or sautéed vegetables. Ingredients 1¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons raisins 1 cup whole-wheat couscous 1 tablespoon fresh mint, rinsed, dried and chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried) 1 tablespoon unsalted sliced almonds, toasted 1 medium orange, rinsed,…
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Prevent Foodborne Illness
Picnics, grilling, camping — summer was made for dining outdoors. But outdoor cooking experiences can also present unique challenges for food safety. Don’t let foodborne illness ruin your summer fun. Follow these safety tips to ensure your summer cookouts go off without a hitch....
Nutrition