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Introduction I first named this recipe Bariatric Summer Shrimp Salad with Watermelon Champagne Vinaigrette because it captures the exact moment I fell in love with a light, celebratory plate that still respected my post-op nutrition goals. On a humid July afternoon I was craving something bright and refreshing but also satisfying — not a bowl

Introduction I have to admit something: blueberry cobbler has always been one of my greatest dessert weaknesses. There’s just something about the way the fruit bubbles up, releasing that deep, jammy aroma, while the golden topping crisps ever so slightly. But here’s the catch — traditional cobblers are usually loaded with sugar and flour, making

Introduction There are some recipes that feel like pure comfort wrapped up in a spoonful, and for me, apple crumble has always been one of them. I remember crisp autumn evenings when the smell of cinnamon and baked apples drifted from my mom’s kitchen — the kind of scent that makes you pause, breathe deeply,

Introduction Every Thanksgiving, I find myself walking that fine line between wanting to enjoy all the cozy, nostalgic flavors of the holiday and staying true to my bariatric lifestyle. The struggle is real — you want to taste the stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and turkey, but portion control and carb overload can make the

There’s something deeply comforting about a warm, savory-sweet casserole straight from the oven — it smells like holiday kitchens and weekend slow-cooking. If you’re looking for a dish that satisfies that craving while staying bariatric-friendly, this Bariatric sweet potato casserole recipe is the answer. It balances a small, intentionally controlled amount of sweet potato with

Introduction The very first time I tasted a traditional French pot de crème, I was in awe of how something so small could feel so luxurious. Silky, chocolatey, rich, and decadent—it was the kind of dessert that made me feel like I was sitting in a Parisian café. But after bariatric surgery, those heavy, sugar-packed

If you’re craving something chocolatey, minty, and secretly sensible, this Bariatric Peppermint Mocha Protein Pudding will become your new holiday (or anytime) go-to. Bariatric Peppermint Mocha Protein Pudding is a silky, coffee-kissed pudding that packs a protein punch while keeping carbs and added sugar low — exactly what many bariatric eaters look for when they

Introduction When I first started my bariatric journey, one of the hardest things for me wasn’t giving up bread or pasta—it was learning how to handle dessert cravings without derailing my progress. I used to be the person who looked forward to holiday dessert tables more than the turkey itself. Creamy cheesecakes, strawberry pies, gooey

Introduction There are nights when all you want is takeout — the kind that comes steaming hot in a little paper box, full of noodles tangled in savory sauce. I remember one of those nights, not long after my bariatric surgery, when I craved a bowl of lo mein so badly I could almost taste