A newsletter from the Center for Bariatric Surgery
December 2019
HOT TOPICS AT UPCOMING MEETINGS Monday December 2, 2019 Healthy Stress Coping Tuesday December 24, 2019 No support group meeting this day. Monday January 6, 2020 10:00 – 11:00 am Update on Post-op Micronutrient Needs Tuesday January 28, 2020 5:30 – 6:30 pm “Ask the Doc” Night (featuring a surgeon)
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday February 3, 2020 10:00 – 11:00 am Patient Panel Meeting Tuesday February 25, 2020 5:30 – 6:30 pm Meal Planning
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From everyone here at the Center for Bariatric Surgery, we wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season!
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Due to the observed holiday, there will be no Tuesday evening support group on December 24, 2019.
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Tenga en cuenta que las reuniones del grupo de apoyo en español comenzarán a las 5:00 p.m. y terminará a las 5:45 p.m. Consulte los cambios de ubicación a continuación.
UPCOMING SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS 1st Monday Morning
1st Tuesday Evening
2nd Wednesday Morning
3rd Wednesday Evening
“Weight Loss Striders Keys to Success”
“Men’s Support Group”
“Life After WLS”
“Living Well After WLS”
December 2, 2019 January 6, 2020 February 3, 2020
February 4, 2020 May 5, 2020
December 11, 2019 January 8, 2020 February 12, 2020
10 – 11 a.m. Hurvitz 1 Conf. Room 1st floor The Miriam Hospital
6 – 7 p.m. Hurvitz 2 Conf. Room 1st floor The Miriam Hospital
ALL PATIENTS, FAMILY & FRIENDS WELCOME! (Counts toward presurgery requirements)
ALL MEN WELCOME (Does not count toward pre-surgery requirement)
(QUARTERLY)
Cada Tercer Miercoles del Mes Comensamos
4th Tuesday Evening
"Grupo En Español"
“Weight Loss Striders Keys To Success”
December 18, 2019 January 15, 2020 February 19, 2020
No habrá reunión el 18 de diciembre de 2019 15 de enero de 2020 19 de febrero de 2020
No meeting on December 24, 2019 January 28, 2020 February 25, 2020
10 – 11 a.m. Hurvitz 2 Conf. Room 1st floor The Miriam Hospital
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 146 West River Street Providence, RI 1st floor, Miriam Center for Weight & Wellness Group Room A
5:00-5:45 p.m. Auditorio Sopkin primer piso El Hospital de Miriam
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Sopkin Auditorium 1st floor The Miriam Hospital
POST-OP PATIENTS ONLY
POST-OP PATIENTS ONLY WHO ARE 6+ MONTHS OUT FROM SURGERY
Less weight. More health. For more information on weight loss surgery, call 401-793-3922.
ABIERTO A TODOS LOS PACIENTES PREOPERATORIA Y POSTOPERATORIO
ALL PATIENTS, FAMILY & FRIENDS WELCOME! (Counts toward presurgery requirements)
A newsletter from the Center for Bariatric Surgery How Gut Microbiota Affects Your Health
The human gut contains several types of healthful bacteria that influence metabolism, immune function, bowel regularity, absorption of nutrients and much more. The gut microbiota (bacteria in your gut) is also known to play a role in energy balance and body weight. These bacteria affect our weight because they regulate how we digest food and absorb nutrients. Sometimes, the balance between healthful bacteria and harmful bacteria becomes altered. This imbalance between different types of gut microbiota can occur due to an unhealthy diet and other lifestyle factors and have been linked with obesity. There are several types of bacteria that live in our gut but Firmicutes and Bacteroidetes represent 90% of gut microbiota. While Bacteroidetes is often referred to as ‘good bacteria’ due to its ability to reduce inflammation, Firmicutes is referred to as ‘bad bacteria’ because of its negative influence on glucose and fat metabolism. Research has shown that obese individuals tend to have higher levels of Firmicutes while leaner individuals have higher amounts of Bacteroidetes. While there are many lifestyle factors which affect gut bacteria, diet is considered as one of the main drivers in shaping the gut microbiota across the lifetime. To increase healthful gut bacteria, consider these 3 tips: 1) Eat a high fiber diet – A high fiber diet increases levels of beneficial bacteria while a high fat diet can lead to higher levels of Firmicutes. 2) Limit added sugars and processed carbohydrates – A diet high in added sugar and processed foods increase levels of Firmicutes and increases inflammation. 3) Consider taking a probiotic – Probiotics support the health of the digestive system by helping to maintain a good balance of beneficial bacteria. A Stanford University study found that gastric bypass patients who took probiotics after surgery, compared to those who did not, had greater weight loss and higher vitamin B12 levels.
CENTER FOR BARIATRIC SURGERY BOOK SHARE! We’re pleased to offer patients the ability to stop by The Miriam Hospital to take a look at and/or make copies from some top bariatric cookbooks. You’ll be able to snap pictures of the recipe pages with your phone or request to make copies of recipes as you choose…you just won’t be able to take any book home with you. To request a drop-in “book share visit” Monday-Friday during the hours of 8 a.m. to 4p.m., please feel free to email us at CBStmh@lifespan.org. _________________________________________________ Want to speak to a weight loss surgery mentor for additional support throughout your journey? Already had weight loss surgery and want to “pay it forward” by becoming a mentor? If so, please send a request to our CBS email at CBStmh@lifespan.org
FEATURED RECIPE OF THE MONTH Roasted Vegetable Medley Adapted from www.juliasalbum.com
Ingredients Needed: • 3 cups Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed, sliced in half • Non-stick cooking spray • 3 tablespoons olive oil • salt to taste • 4 cups butternut squash peeled, seeded, cut into 1-inch cubes • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon • 2 cups pecan halves • 1 cup dried cranberries Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 400° F. Spray two foil-lined baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. 2. In a bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, 2 Tbsp of olive oil, salt (to taste), and toss to combine; In a separate bowl, combine butternut squash, 1 Tbsp of olive oil and cinnamon, then toss to mix. 3. Place butternut squash in a single layer on one of the baking sheets; Then place Brussels sprouts, cut side down on the other baking sheet. 4. Roast the squash and Brussel sprouts in the oven at 400° F for 20-25 minutes. During the last 10 minutes of roasting, turn them over for even browning How to toast pecans: 1. Toast pecans in the preheated oven at 350° F 2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and toast the pecans for about 5 minutes (maybe a bit longer) in the preheated oven until they get darker in color. Assembly: In a large bowl, combine roasted Brussels sprouts, roasted butternut squash, pecans, and cranberries, and mix to combine. .
COME BACK TO VISIT YOUR CARE TEAM! All post-op patients are welcome to come back to visit the staff that cared for them while they were at The Miriam Hospital having surgery. The surgical and nursing team would love to see how you are doing! Visits can be scheduled Monday-Friday during the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To coordinate your visit, please call Kellie Armstrong at 401-793-3922.
FACEBOOK Facebook Weight Loss Surgery Striders Group: Friend request Kellie Fredette Armstrong and request access to the group page. Please note that this group is patient-run and is not operated by the Center for Bariatric Surgery.
PINTEREST Recipes posted here! Follow dietitian Sara Stiles’ Pinterest page LifeStiles to explore pins that nourish the mind, body and soul. Visit www.pinterest.com/LifeStiles .
Less weight. More health. For more information on weight loss surgery, call 401-793-3922.