The Bariatric Diet Guide and Cookbook - by Matthew Weiner (Paperback)

About the Book

Eat well and keep the weight off with this comprehensive guide to bariatric surgery. Your commitment to weight loss doesn't end after surgery. Dr. Matthew Weiner has advised thousands of patients in the weeks, months, and years following weight-loss surgery. He understands the eating challenges patients face, and he gives you all the tools you need to eat well, care for yourself, and maintain the weight loss you've worked hard to achieve. His approach to eating focuses on transitioning away from heavily processed protein shakes and toward more a balanced, plant-centric diet to keep you feeling your best. Take control of your new life and build healthy habits with recipes and meal plans specifically designed for your needs after bariatric surgery. Simple, easy-to-make recipes such as Homemade Yogurt, Apricot-Glazed Chicken, and Cedar Plank Salmon are high in protein, low in carbs, and low in sugar. The Bariatric Diet Guide and Cookbook includes- - 100 delicious, satisfying recipes for each stage of post-op recovery with specific portion sizes and complete nutritional information. - A six-stage post-op guide to successfully transition from clear liquids and protein shakes to general foods. - Expert advice on what to expect pre- and post-op, and how to make small, sustainable changes to maintain your health and weight.

Book Synopsis

Eating well and keeping the weight off after bariatric surgery is easy with this comprehensive guide!

Undergoing weight-loss surgery doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to your favorite dishes. Take control of your new life and build healthy habits with recipes crafted to meet your needs after bariatric surgery.

Inside the pages of this bariatric cookbook, you'll find everything you need for post-bariatric surgery recovery and lifelong weight management. It includes:

- 100 delicious, satisfying recipes for each stage of post-bariatric recovery with specific portion sizes and complete nutritional information
- A six-stage post-op guide to successfully transition from clear liquids and protein shakes to general foods
- Expert advice on what to expect pre-and post-op, and how to make small, sustainable changes to maintain your health and weight
From green tea shakes and slow cooker yogurt to apricot-glazed chicken and cedar plank salmon, this healthy recipe book is packed with easy-to-make dishes that are high in protein, low in carbs, and low in sugar. Learn about portion control and how to use the most nutritious ingredients, so your food is as good for you as it is delicious.

Let bariatric surgeon Dr. Matthew Weiner guide you through your bariatric journey and help you make your transition toward healthier living as smooth as possible. He shows you how to eliminate processed foods and pivot from a protein-first diet to a produce-first diet that prioritizes vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans, and seeds.

With The Bariatric Diet Guide and Cookbook, you can enjoy your favorite foods while staying on the path to better health and weight loss!

About the Author

Matthew Weiner, MD graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Michigan and completed his General Surgery residency at New York University Hospital in New York City. He has been in practice since 2006 with a focus on bariatric surgery. Dr. Weiner is the creator of A Pound of Cure, a specialized nutritional program that maximizes a patient's weight loss after surgery. His previous books include A Pound of Cure and How Weight Loss Surgery Really Works. Dr. Weiner currently practices at Tucson Bariatric in Tucson, Arizona.