A newsletter from the Center for Bariatric Surgery
March 2019
HOT TOPICS AT UPCOMING MEETINGS Monday March 4, 2019 10:00 – 11:00 am Fitness Tuesday March 26, 2019 5:30 – 6:30 pm Patient Panel Meeting Monday April 1, 2019 10:00 – 11:00 am Changes in Body Image After Weight Tuesday April 23, 2019 5:30 – 6:30 pm Food Demo
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday May 6, 2019 10:00 – 11:00 am Patient Panel Meeting
The monthly support group newsletter is posted on the Center for Bariatric Surgery website at https://www.lifespan.org/centers-services/center-bariatric-surgery/patient-newsletter
Tuesday May 28, 2019 5:30 – 6:30 pm Kickoff for Farmer’s Market
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
2nd Wednesday Morning
3rd Monday Evening
“Weight Loss Striders Keys to Success”
“Men’s Support Group”
“Life After WLS”
“Living Well After WLS”
March 4, 2019 April 1, 2019 May 6, 2019
May 7, 2019 August 7, 2019
March 13, 2019 April 10, 2019 May 8, 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”
March 18, 2019 April 15, 2019 May 20, 2019
Marzo 20, 2019 Abril 17, 2019 Mayo 15, 2019
March 26, 2019 April 23, 2019 May 28, 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 ADDED SUGAR INCREASES THE RISK OF CHRONIC DISEASE The debate over the health effects of sugar has gone on far many years. Sugar is found naturally in all foods that contain carbohydrates, such as fruits and vegetables, grains, and dairy. Consuming whole foods that contain natural sugar is okay. These foods provide high amounts of fiber, essential minerals, protein and antioxidants. Your body is able to slowly digest these foods and provide a slow and steady release of energy to your cells. Additionally, a high intake of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains reduces the risk of chronic diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers. However, eating too much added sugar has a negative impact on your health. The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that less than 10 percent of daily calories come from added sugars. For a 2,000 calorie diet, that is 200 calories which is about 12 teaspoons (or 50 grams) of sugar. A 15-year study published in 2014 in JAMA Internal Medicine found that people who got 17 to 20 percent of their calories from added sugar had a 38 percent higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease compared with those who consumed 8% of their calories as added sugar. Other studies have also found that a diet high in added sugar increases chronic inflammation, raises blood pressure and contributes to weight gain. To reduce your intake of added sugars, read food labels, avoid sugary beverages and become familiar with the many names for added sugar, such as evaporated cane juice and invert sugar. As a rule of thumb, bariatric patients should limit added sugar to no more than 5 grams per serving size.
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
FEATURED RECIPE OF THE MONTH Berry Chia Pudding from www.yummymummykitchen.com Ingredients & Materials Needed: • 5 tablespoons chia seeds • 1 1/2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk • 4 drops of liquid stevia • 1 cup raspberries, strawberries, or a combination • 1 cup blueberries • 1/4 cup sliced toasted almonds, for serving • a few fresh berries, for serving Instructions: 1. In a quart sized jar or storage bowl, stir together the chia seeds, almond milk, and sweetener. Let sit and gel for about 10 minutes. Stir again, cover and store in the refrigerator overnight. 2. Meanwhile, make the berry sauce: Place the berries in a small sauce pan. Add about 1/4 cup of water to the pan, bring to a low simmer, and cover. Stir every so often and break up the berries with a wooden spoon or spatula. Uncover and let the berries stew until they form a nice thick sauce. Add more water as needed if it dries out. Transfer to storage bowls and let cool, then store in the refrigerator. 3. To serve, assemble the chia pudding and berry sauces in layers in jars, or in a bowl. Top with almonds and fresh berries.
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 .
Note: You may use fresh or frozen berries. Frozen berries are a good choice when fresh berries aren't in season.
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.
Less weight. More health. For more information on weight loss surgery, call 401-793-3922.
