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Author Archives: Ted Eads
Low-Calorie Spanish-Style Scrambled Eggs
I always try to start out the day with a healthy, filling breakfast. Let’s be honest, though, a lot of common healthy breakfast options can be pretty bland and boring. Lately, I’ve been looking for ways to spice up my morning . . . and my food. This low-calorie recipe for Spanish-Style Scrambled Eggs is just what I need. The fresh vegetables and spices are a perfect way to wake up my taste buds without disrupting my diet. 1 tsp. olive oil 1 green onion, finely chopped 1 small ripe … Continue reading
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Low-Fat Strawberry Creamsicle Protein Popsicles
With fresh strawberries in season, it’s easy to find great deals on these sweet berries but sometimes hard to figure out how to use them all before they go bad.
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Healthy Ham and Cheddar Squares
Having snacks on hand is a summer must. It’s important not only for your children, but for you as well, to keep those snacks healthy. Working in some protein doesn’t hurt, either. Continue reading
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Healthy Spinach and Cheese Pie
Spring has officially arrived which means it’s time for fresh veggies. Spinach is a personal favorite of mine and it’s a great source of vitamins and minerals like iron and calcium. Let’s face it, though: spinach is not everyone’s favorite veggie. Finding a way to turn those leafy greens into a crowd-pleasing dish has always been a problem for me. My problem was solved with this healthy spinach and cheese pie recipe. It’s a spinach-loaded dish, packed with savory flavor and gooey cheeses, but not packed with calories — only 80 … Continue reading
Feeling blue? Could be your food choices.
What many of us have suspected after some regretful food choices turns out to be fact: Junk food and depression are linked. Continue reading
Low-Cal Shrimp and Pineapple Kabobs
With spring quickly approaching, it’s time to really kick that diet plan into gear. Staying calorie-conscious is crucial when we are getting our bodies spring break ready. We all know however, that it’s tough to find a recipe that is low in calories and high in flavor. These shrimp and pineapple kabobs are only 100 calories per skewer and they pack in the savory flavor. 8 0z. medium shrimp, peeled and de veined 1/2 c. pineapple juice 1/4 tsp. garlic powder 12 chunks canned pineapple 1 green bell pepper, cut … Continue reading
Interpreting BMI
BMI is the fastest, cheapest (free!) way to estimate your body-fat percentage. Find out how it works and how we use it to help you get to the weight you want. Continue reading
What About The Cost?
If you’re considering bariatric weight loss surgery, you’re probably also considering how much it’s going to cost. Although more and more insurance companies are offering coverage for bariatric procedures, but every policy is different—as are the specific needs for each patient at the St.Vincent Bariatric Center of Excellence. Continue reading
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Sugar-Free Boiled Custard in Cups
Finding a dessert that doesn’t bust your diet and that actually tastes like a dessert–not milky cardboard–isn’t necessarily the easiest thing to do, especially if you really enjoy those thick, rich, and creamy desserts. Trust me, I know. Continue reading
Considering Our Medical Weight Loss Program?
Our Medical Weight Loss Program uses a customized approach to weight loss that conforms to your medical status, your lifestyle and even your personality. Continue reading