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Enjoy the summer heat with one of these Creamy Low Carb - Dairy-Free Fudgesicles! Blend Smooth the following ingredients & divide into 4 popsicle molds or paper cups & freeze. 12 oz silken tofu 1/2 cup non-calorie sweetener (such as Splenda or Swerve) 1/2 tsp. vanilla 1/8 tsp. salt Tip:…

The team at Alabama Surgical Associates in Huntsville is always committed to the safety and well-being of both our staff and patients, but especially now during the current COVID-19 pandemic we are facing as a country. While we specialize in many non-surgical and surgical weight loss procedures, we also prioritize…

Each year, approximately 45 million Americans go on a diet with the intention of losing weight, but some experts estimate that 95% of diets fail. Bariatric surgery has a much better success rate than dieting, yet only about 250,000 people opt for weight loss surgery each year — fewer than…

At Alabama Surgical Associates in Huntsville, we have helped many men and women achieve long-lasting weight loss success. Bariatric surgery, including Gastric Sleeve or Gastric Bypass, or non-surgical weight loss procedures, such as Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) or Gastric Balloon, can be a valuable tool for patients who have struggled…

Ingredients: 4 cups broccoli florets 2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 lemon, thinly sliced, seeds removed 12 ounces peeled and deveined extra-large shrimp 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive or avocado oil 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari sauce Directions: Preheat…

This recipe was developed by Stacie Hassing. Ingredients: 2 tsp. butter ½ pound asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces 1 leek, end and dark green top removed and white to light green parts roughly chopped (about 2 cups) 3 garlic cloves, minced (or use the jarred kind)…

This recipe was adapted from Whole 30 Fast and Easy Ingredients: 1 ¼ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning ¼ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes ¼ cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 Roma…

A tip from our dietitian: Choose whole, real, natural foods. Focusing on those foods that you find in the perimeter of the grocery store helps with weight loss and makes you a healthier person. Your plate should contain mainly lean protein, a smaller serving of non-starchy vegetables, and a tiny…

This recipe was adapted from Tessamae Website Ingredients 1 whole Turkey (about 12 pounds), thawed if frozen, giblets discarded 4 tablespoons olive oil combined with 1 clove garlic coarse salt and ground pepper 1 lemon, quartered 4 springs thyme 2 T. lemon juice plus 2 T. olive oil 4 carrots,…

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh green beans, washed and ends trimmed 3 oz. feta cheese (don’t use fat-free cheese as it won’t melt well) 1 tablespoon olive oil 4 medium white or yellow onions, sliced thin salt and pepper to taste Directions 1. Heat frying pan or wok on medium heat.…