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Quality versus Quantity Nutrition

Quality versus Quantity Nutrition

Author- Mariam Lakdawala (Registered Dietician) Common questions I generally get from my patients suffering from obesity, “I don’t eat much, still why am I gaining weight?” “I eat less than one of my friend, but why is she so thin and I am not?” My 

How can vegetarian patients keep up their protein intake post bariatric / weight loss surgery

How can vegetarian patients keep up their protein intake post bariatric / weight loss surgery

Author: Mariam Lakdawala Registered Dietician and Bariatric Nutritionist Protein is very crucial as it forms a part of every cell, tissue and organ in the body. Post weight loss surgery meeting your ideal protein requirement is extremely important. All bariatric surgeries lead to restricted intake