April 15, 2015
If you’re familiar with pre-1970s shapewear, you know about iron and whalebone corsets that crushed ribs, restricted breathing and caused fainting. Fortunately, today’s body shapers for weight loss are nothing like the old days. They’re comfortable, effective and natural-looking under your favorite clothes. Shapewear is the perfect foundation garment to smooth out bumps and accentuate your curves. Body […]
March 10, 2015
For many of us, working out and eating well are intended to improve our outward physical appearance, so it may come as a surprise that healthy lifestyle habits can improve brainpower as well. Whether your plan involves diet and exercise alone or you choose bariatric surgery as the first step on your weight loss journey, […]
February 19, 2015
Weight loss surgery is a life-changing decision. Obtaining your goal weight, resolving to live healthier, and committing to make better choices can be extremely challenging, especially if weight loss has been a struggle for some time. Connecting with others, nurturing those relationships and building a strong support group can help lessen the day-to-day challenges your […]
February 5, 2015
Life after bariatric surgery can bring about significant changes, both physical and mental. Understanding how your day-to-day routines, diet, and overall lifestyle will evolve is crucial for long-term success. Whether you’re preparing for gastric bypass surgery or another form of weight loss surgery, it’s important to be aware of the journey ahead. In this blog, […]
January 16, 2015
It’s that time of year when many are feeling inspired to make dramatic life changes as part of their New Year’s resolutions. If your goal for the New Year involves taking positive steps toward obtaining a healthy physique, here are four options to help reshape your life and get you fit in the digital age […]
October 20, 2014
Halloween “Trick-or-Treating” Candy Alternatives With the weight problem our children are facing, BMI of Texas wants to help you by providing some alternatives to passing out candy on Halloween. Most children love candy and if they go trick-or-treating, they’ll be getting way more of their share. There are also children who suffer from food allergies […]
September 23, 2014
BMI of Texas’ dietitian, Aimee Paladino, decided to take it into her own hands determine the trials and tribulations of the pre-operative diet. The diet is very basic and includes exchanging two meals for protein shakes and only having one small meal a day. The small meal consists of 3-4 oz of a lean meat […]
October 18, 2011
Doing diet consults all day, I observe certain diet blunders patients make consistently that prevent weight loss and lead to weight gain. I have also noticed the healthy habits that patients develop that keep them on the road to successful weight loss and a healthy physique. Below are some of the best fat-fighting tips I have observed […]
July 26, 2011
I am often asked what the secret to weight loss is. First of all, there is no secret or magic solution to weight loss. It is all about healthy eating and exercise, period. Everyone is individual, and what specifically works for one person, might not necessarily work for another. Therefore, I recommend working with a Registered Dietitian to […]
February 2, 2011
Concerns about sugar consumption are really high currently due to the high diabetic population and our more health conscious society. This is why the sugar alternatives are everywhere, the oldies like Sweet n’ low and equal along with the newer versions like Splenda and Truvia. The most recent to the scene and one patients are often asking […]
