If you have ever felt a burning sensation in your chest or throat after eating a large greasy meal, then you have probably experienced acid reflux.
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Stay updated on the latest advancements and trends in nutrition, weight loss, and laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Ahmad shares his expertise and advice, giving you the tools to make better healthcare decisions.
Dr. Ahmad’s Blog Posts
5 Reasons Why Summer Is a Great Time for Weight Loss Surgery
Did you know that summertime can be the most favorable season for weight loss? If you want to increase your chances of successful outcome from weight loss surgery, now may be the best time for it.
Advances in Treatment for GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) Using LINX
GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a chronic condition that can cause a great number of symptoms, the most prominent being heartburn.
Lose Weight Fast with Robotic Weight Loss Surgery
Robotic weight loss surgery is the latest advancement in bariatric surgery that offers many benefits compared to other weight loss procedures such as laparoscopic surgery.
Robotic Surgery at the Forefront in the Fight against Obesity
Obese individuals can sometimes find it very difficult to lose weight through diet and exercise alone. This could be due to problems like arthritis that make it difficult to exercise, eating disorders...
Nutrition Corner
Serving size: 4 Ingredients 1⁄2 cup Greek yogurt 2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed or shredded 1⁄4 cup chopped celery 1 tbs lemon juice 1⁄2 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp mustard Salt and...
Nutrition for Bariatric Surgery
Chances are that if you are considering bariatric surgery you have heard of it referred to as a “tool.” The reason why surgery is considered a tool is because nutrition and lifestyle choices still...
Cedar Plank Salmon (2 servings)
1 cedar plank (carried in stores where you can buy grilling equipment, many grocery stores, or online)
Fire up the grill, it’s BBQ Season!
Barbecue season is upon us! There’s no better way to enjoy our summer weather than to spend an evening outside cooking a meal. Barbecuing can be a great way to bond with family members and to save t...
Baby Kale Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette
Serving Size: 8 Ingredients 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion 1/4 cup cranberries 1 orange 1 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoons honey 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 cups baby kale, washed ...
Enhance Flavor and Nutrition with Herbs and Spices
Herbs and spices are a great way to boost flavor and bring interest to dishes. Along with added flavor, herbs and spices also provide nutrition benefits. Many herbs and spices such as clove, rosemary,...
Better Health in your Backyard: Plant the Rainbow
Home gardens can be a fun and rewarding way to improve your diet by adding nutrient rich fruits and veggies into meals and snacks! Our summer season on long island gives us plenty of time to start a g...
Bariatric friendly Thanksgiving recipes
The following recipes are shared from SparkRecipes. Carrot & Cranberry Salad Minutes to Prepare: 10 Number of Servings: 4 Ingredients 1/4 cup dried cranberries, soaked in hot water
Liza’s Lentil Soup Serves: 6 People Equipment: Slow Cooker“Crock Pot” Prep time: 10m Cook Time: 6h 0m Ingredients 3 LargeCarrots (Chopped) 3 stalks of Celery (Chopped) For EACH serving 1 Large O...
