The Center for Bariatric Surgery Rhode Island Hospital & The Miriam Hospital
SUPPORT GROUP NEWSLETTER FEBRUARY 2018 MONTHLY ANNOUNCEMENTS •
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The monthly Support Group Newsletter is posted on The Center for Bariatric Surgery website at https://www.lifespan.org/centersservices/center-bariatric-surgery/patient-newsletter. Please visit https://www.lifespan.org/centers-services/center-bariatric-surgery , as well as the Facebook Weight Loss Striders group page, for important program announcements such as changes or cancellations to support group meetings. The Spanish–speaking Support Group will be on hold until further notice. Please continue to look for announcements on when the meeting will resume. Thank you for your cooperation. Upcoming cancellation: There will be no support group on February 19, 2018 at 146 West River Street due to the observed holiday. Please see the back of this newsletter for a complete listing of all support group meetings through April 2018.
FEATURED RECIPE OF THE MONTH Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding From Yummy Mummy Kitchen at www.yummymummykitchen.com
Chia seeds are a nutrient-rich food that is packed with omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, numerous vitamins and minerals such as manganese and phosphorus and even protein. In fact, just one serving (2 Tbsp.) of chia seeds contains 10 grams of dietary fiber, 6 grams of protein and provides 10% of the daily value for iron. Chia seeds can easily be added to smoothies, yogurts and hot cereals such as oatmeal. Enjoy this recipe for a healthy Valentine’s Day chocolate treat. Serves: About 2 Ingredients & Materials Needed: • Mason jar with lid (or other small container with lid) • 1 cup (8 oz.) unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or other fat free/low fat milk of choice) 1.5 Tbsp. unsweetened cacao powder 3 Tbsp. chia seeds Stevia to taste (start with about 1Tbsp.) Optional toppings: Fresh raspberries or strawberries, chopped walnuts, unsweetened coconut flakes or a dollop of fat free whipped topping Instructions: 1.Place almond milk, chia seeds, cacao and stevia to taste into a canning jar and cover with the lid. Shake until well combined or stir thoroughly with a spoon. Place in the refrigerator overnight or at least 8 hours. 2.Divide into two servings. Serve as is or top with any optional toppings listed above.
HOT TOPICS AT UPCOMING MEETINGS February 5, 2018 10:00 – 11:00 am “Patient Panel Support Group” February 27, 2018 5:30 – 6:30 pm “Defending Your Immune System” March 5, 2018 10:00 – 11:00 am “Spring Into Fitness” March 27, 2018 5:30 – 6:30 pm “Managing Emotional Eating” April 2, 2018 10:00 – 11:00 am “Food Demo: Breakfast Edition” April 24, 2018 5:30 – 6:30 pm “Strategies for Staying On Track”