The Healthy Bariatric Smoothies Recipe Book - by Staci Gulbin (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Easily transition to a bariatric diet with sensational smoothie recipes

Bariatric surgery requires you to transform your eating habits in the weeks before and after your operation. The Bariatric Healthy Smoothies Recipe Book takes the guesswork out of this new diet, offering a wide range of shakes and smoothies that will keep you healthy and satisfied as you recover.

What sets this smoothie recipe book apart:

• Nutritional guidelines--Gain a better understanding of your nutritional needs with recommendations for proper protein, fat, sugar, and carb intake after surgery.
• Smooth(ie) sailing--Blend your way to sensational smoothies and juices with expert advice on everything from achieving the perfect texture to simple ingredient tricks and suggestions that enhance taste and boost nutrition.
• Scrumptious recipes--Whether you're craving a sweet treat or have a hankering for more savory fare, the 60 recipes included in this book are packed with flavor and ensure you meet your daily caloric requirements.

Quickly adjust to your new bariatric diet with this delicious collection of healthy smoothie recipes.

Review Quotes

"The Healthy Bariatric Smoothies Recipe Book is not only for recipes, it can also serve as a sort of textbook for nutrition before and after bariatric surgery. The content is informative and the language is quite comprehensible. The recipes sound absolutely delicious. I cannot wait to recommend this book to the many patients and families of our bariatric surgery program longing for new ideas, and natural and more affordable alternatives to store-bought nutritional shakes." --Angela Boadu, clinical nutrition manager and pediatric registered dietitian

"As a registered dietitian who has worked with bariatric patients for over 15 years, one question patients always asked is 'Can I drink smoothies?' The answer is 'Yes!' Staci Gulbin's The Healthy Bariatric Smoothies Recipe Book is a must-have for patients starting their weight loss journey. The recipes use delicious and easy to find ingredients and are a cinch to make!" --Karey Schutte, registered dietitian

"Staci provides numerous delicious smoothie recipes for individuals pursuing weight loss surgery. Whatever your personal preference is for a smoothie, you'll find it in this recipe book. Each recipe is easily adaptable to help you meet your needs after surgery. A must-have!" --Christy Bock, bariatric dietitian

"This book is a fun way to take the guesswork out of making smoothies. Whether for bariatric patients or just anyone, it helps to know exactly what you are getting when you make your own smoothie." --Evan P Nadler, MD, pediatric bariatric surgeon

About the Author

TACI GULBIN, MS, MEd, RD, is a registered dietician who holds graduate degrees in both human nutrition and nutrition education from Columbia University. Additionally, she works as a freelance writer and health editor and has been featured in Shape, Health, and Eat This Not That. To see more of her writing, visit LighttrackNutrition.com