Pre-Op Diet: January 1-3

I started my pre-op/liver shrinking diet on January 1 for my surgery on January 22. I will be doing it for 3 weeks instead of the required 2 weeks in an effort to lose more weight. The following is a sample menu from my surgeon and nutritionist that I will follow (pre-op): Breakfast: 1 Slim Fast High Protein Shake *Drink at least 8-12 oz of sugar free/calorie free liquids between meals Lunch: 1 Slim Fast High Protein Shake 1 small piece of fresh fruit (apple, pear, peach, orange) *Drink at least 8-12 oz of sugar free/calorie free liquids between meals Snack: 6-8 oz light yogurt or light yogurt smoothie OR ½ cup of non-fat cottage cheese OR 1 reduced fat string cheese *Drink at least 8-12 oz of sugar free/calorie free liquids between meals Dinner: Sandwich: 4 oz of lean turkey, chicken, ham or roast beef 2 slices of lite/low calorie whole grain bread (40 calories or less per slice) Mustard, fat free mayo, lettuce, and tomato 1 cup of raw or cooked, non-starchy vegetables or a 6-8 oz can of V8 juice

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How to Make Japanese Curry with Shrimp

There are many ways to make curry. Try to think of some creative ingredients such as using a variety of fruits from pineapple to apples for preparing curry. Ingredients: 4 Japanese curry blocks (4.2 ounces) two potatoes one carrot approximately 4 ounces of shrimp (peeled with veins removed) 1) Peel and cut the potatoes into 1/8 pieces per potato. (Start by cutting in half then quarters then 1/8 pieces) 2) Cut the ends of the carrot and peel the outside. Dice the carrot into round .5 inch to an inch slices. 3) Heat a oiled pan and add the starchy vegetables. Saute for 3 minutes. 4) Add the curry blocks into a pot and transfer the vegetables to it. 5) Pour enough water to cover the vegetables and turn on the heat to boil. 6) When the water boils, turn the heat down to simmer and remember to constantly stir the curry to prevent it from burning on the bottom. You may also skim of the foam that rises to the top. 7) While the curry is cooking, stir fry the shrimp on a oiled heated pan till pink. 8) When the curry sauce thickens and the potatoes are cooked, turn off the heat and add the cooked shrimp. Mix it in. (Curry sauce should be slightly watery but start to thicken as it cools down it will get thicker like gravy.) Serve with rice and enjoy! 3)

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Save Money When You Buy Medifast Online By Using Medifast Discount Codes

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5 things you Can do for Inflammation Part 1

www.takebackyourhealth.com What You Can Do 1.Diet is probably the largest contributor to inflammation. Junk food, foods high in refined carbohydrates like bread, pasta, and sweets disrupt blood sugar regulation, which results in inflammation. Trans fats and an overabundance of Omega 6 fatty acids found in most vegetable oils also stoke the inflammation furnace. Eat completely unprocessed foods and complex carbohydrates including beans and non-starchy vegetables. Supplement with Omega 3 fatty acids like fish oil, which is highly anti-inflammatory. Although labels can be misleading, look for trans fat free foods. 2.After age 27, your stores of systemic enzymes start to dwindle. When you eat cooked foods, your body uses its stores of enzymes for digestion. Systemic enzymes destroy the circulating immune complexes (CIC's) that fuel inflammation. CIC's can lead to scar tissue build up, accumulation of plaque in arteries, fibromyalgia, and a host of other conditions. To counteract dangerous enzyme depletion, eat more raw foods and supplement with systemic enzymes. 3.Sleep more. Lack of sleep causes inflammation. Think about how you feel after a sleepless night. Brain fog, fatigue... you can feel the inflammation. Lack of sleep also depresses your immune system, which encourages the inflammatory response. http

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Nutrition : How to Eat Fat & Lose Weight With Dr. Atkins' Diet

Eating unsaturated fats and plant based fats, such as avocados, nuts and vegetable margarines are good for losing weight with the Dr. Atkins' diet. Eat fat and lose weight with tips from a dietitian in this free video on nutrition. Expert: Christine Marquette Bio: Christine E. Marquette is a registered and licensed dietitian with the Austin Regional Clinic in Austin, Texas. Filmmaker: Todd Green

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Nutrition, Exercise & Wellness : How to Diet if You Are Diabetic

If someone is diabetic, they should make sure to keep emergency food handy in the form of an apple or a handful of nuts. Learn about the role of non-starchy vegetables in diabetic dieting withhelp from a celebrity nutrition and fitness expert in this free video on diabetic diets. Expert: JJ Virgin Contact: www.JJVirgin.com Bio: JJ Virgin is one of the nation's foremost health & nutrition experts, a public speaker and a media personality. Filmmaker: Geffner Productions Series Description: Being fit and healthy requires a combination of healthy eating and regular exercise. Get tips on nutrition and work outs for better health and strong abdominal muscles in this free video series on wellness and fitness.

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