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Know the Warning Signs: Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke Dehydration is a serious medical condition. Exercise in hot, humid weather can rapidly raise your body’s core temperature, putting you at risk of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that can develop after several days of exposure to…

Weight Loss with Bariatric Surgery: Patient Success Story This month’s patient, Ms. Shannon Vanoss, is a recent success story. Shannon began her journey just four short months ago. Shannon came to Inova Bariatric surgery because she wanted relief from her chronic joint pain, acid reflux, and difficulty sleeping. A former Marine, now in a thriving second…

Things We Love – from Inova’s Bariatric Surgery Dietitians Mason Jars Use mason jars to make fun refreshing summer treats for meals or snacks. The mason jars will let you take your summer snacks anywhere with you, and you can easily recycle them. Simply layer your 8 oz or 12 oz mason jars with portion…

Recipe of the Month – Fresh Citrus Grilled Shrimp This is a great dish for summer grilling! It goes well served with spiral zucchini (use your vegetti tool or slice thin, wide strips), tossed with a low-fat cilantro lime dressing or steamed in some low sodium broth. The shrimp is also good with a spinach…

How to Hydrate Right during Physical Activity By Elaine Lozano MS, RD With the warmer weather, many of us are starting to get back to exercising outside. Staying well hydrated during exercise is important any time of year, but it is especially during the hot summer months. You’ll want to read through these tips to…