A newsletter from the Center for Bariatric Surgery
April 2019
HOT TOPICS AT UPCOMING MEETINGS Monday April 1, 2019 10:00 – 11:00 am Changes in Body Image After Weight Loss Tuesday April 23, 2019 5:30 – 6:30 pm Food Demo Monday May 6, 2019 10:00 – 11:00 am Patient Panel Meeting
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday May 28, 2019 5:30 – 6:30 pm Kickoff for Farmer’s Market
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Monday June 3, 2019 10:00 – 11:00 am Healthy Habits On the Go/Traveling/Vacation Tuesday June 25, 2019 5:30 – 6:30 pm Emotional Eating
The next Men’s Support Group will be meeting on Tuesday May 7, 2019 from 6:007:00 pm in the Hurvitz 2 conference room. All men are welcome!
Please visit https://www.lifespan.org/centers-services/center-bariatric-surgery as well as the Facebook Weight Loss Striders group page, for important program announcements such as changes or cancellations to support group meetings
UPCOMING SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS 1st Monday Morning
1st Tuesday Evening
“Weight Loss Striders Keys to Success”
2nd Wednesday Morning
3rd Monday Evening
“Men’s Support Group”
“Life After WLS”
“Living Well After WLS”
April 1, 2019 May 6, 2019 June 3, 2019
May 7, 2019 August 7, 2019
April 10, 2019 May 8, 2019 June 12, 2019
10 – 11 a.m. Hurvitz 1 Conf. Room 1st floor The Miriam Hospital
6 – 7 p.m. Hurvitz 2 Conf. Room 1st floor The Miriam Hospital
ALL PATIENTS, FAMILY & FRIENDS WELCOME! (Counts toward presurgery requirements)
ALL MEN WELCOME (Does not count toward pre-surgery requirement)
(QUARTERLY)
Cada Tercer Miercoles del Mes Comensamos
4th Tuesday Evening
"Grupo En Español"
“Weight Loss Striders Keys To Success”
April 15, 2019 May 20, 2019 June 17, 2019
Abril 17, 2019 Mayo 15, 2019 Junio 19, 2019
April 23, 2019 May 28, 2019 June 25, 2019
10 – 11 a.m. Hurvitz 2 Conf. Room 1st floor The Miriam Hospital
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 146 West River Street Providence, RI 1st floor, Miriam Center for Weight & Wellness Group Room A
5:30-6:30 p.m. Ubicacion Huritz 2 En la Sala de Conferencias El Hospital de Miriam
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Sopkin Auditorium 1st floor The Miriam Hospital
POST-OP PATIENTS ONLY
POST-OP PATIENTS ONLY WHO ARE 6+ MONTHS OUT FROM SURGERY
ABIERTO A TODOS LOS PACIENTES PREOPERATORIA Y POSTOPERATORIO
ALL PATIENTS, FAMILY & FRIENDS WELCOME! (Counts toward presurgery requirements)
Less weight. More health. For more information on weight loss surgery, call 401-793-3922.
A newsletter from the Center for Bariatric Surgery SODIUM AND THE DIETARY GUIDELINES Over the years, processed foods heavy in salt have been on the rise. As a result, most Americans acquired a taste for a high salt diet. Salt is used in foods to promote shelf-stable products to last longer. Salt is an important ingredient in our diet and contains a nutrient called sodium. Sodium is needed to allow our bodies to function properly, however, if too much or too little is consumed, it could put you at risk for developing adverse health conditions such as high blood pressure. Sodium attracts water in our body. Wherever the sodium goes, the water follows. When you eat food rich in sodium, the sodium enters the bloodstream and pulls water out from the cells into the bloodstream. The more fluid in your blood, the higher your blood pressure will be. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day, which is about one teaspoon of salt. To reduce your sodium intake, limit sodium rich foods such as table salt, cheese, smoked fish and poultry, regular canned foods, salted nuts and seeds, frozen entrees, pre-packaged foods, deli meats, pizza and marinades and flavorings such as soy sauce. Speak to your Registered Dietitian to learn how to choose low sodium alternatives.
CENTER FOR BARIATRIC SURGERY BOOK SHARE! We’re pleased to offer patients the ability to stop by The Miriam Hospital to take a look at and/or make copies from some top bariatric cookbooks. You’ll be able to snap pictures of the recipe pages with your phone or request to make copies of recipes as you choose…you just won’t be able to take any book home with you. To request a drop-in “book share visit” Monday-Friday during the hours of 8 a.m. to 4p.m., please feel free to email us at CBStmh@lifespan.org. _________________________________________________ Want to speak to a weight loss surgery mentor for additional support throughout your journey? Already had weight loss surgery and want to “pay it forward” by becoming a mentor? If so, please send a request to our CBS email at CBStmh@lifespan.org
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
FEATURED RECIPE OF THE MONTH Berry Quinoa Breakfast Bowl from www.skinnytaste.com Ingredients Needed: Yields: 2 servings, Serving Size: 1 bowl
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¼ cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed ½ cup unsweetened almond milk ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, sugar free 1 medium banana, sliced 6 raspberries ½ cup blueberries 2 tsp hemp seeds, pepitas or nuts 1 stevia packet ¼ cup warmed almond milk
Instructions: 1. Fill a small pot of almond milk, cinnamon and vanilla, bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, add quinoa, cover and cook on low until liquid evaporates, about 20 to 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork. 2. Divide the hot quinoa in 2 bowls, top each with sliced fruit and hemp seeds. Drizzle with stevia and add warm milk, if desired. A healthy breakfast bowl packed with protein, antioxidants, vitamins, nutrients and fiber. You can make the quinoa ahead and keep it refrigerated (or frozen) for when you’re ready to eat for a quick breakfast on the go!
COME BACK TO VISIT YOUR CARE TEAM! All post-op patients are welcome to come back to visit the staff that cared for them while they were at The Miriam Hospital having surgery. The surgical and nursing team would love to see how you are doing! Visits can be scheduled Monday-Friday during the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To coordinate your visit, please call Kellie Armstrong at 401-793-3922.
FACEBOOK Facebook Weight Loss Surgery Striders Group: Friend request Kellie Fredette Armstrong and request access to the group page. Please note that this group is patient-run and is not operated by the Center for Bariatric Surgery.
PINTEREST Recipes posted here! Follow dietitian Sara Stiles’ Pinterest page LifeStiles to explore pins that nourish the mind, body and soul. Visit www.pinterest.com/LifeStiles .
Less weight. More health. For more information on weight loss surgery, call 401-793-3922.