SSM Health Weight Management Services

05/08/2026

05/06/2026

Spring Produce Highlight:

🍓Strawberries! 🍓

May is peak strawberry season in Missouri! Strawberries are a great source of vitamin C, vital for skin health and tissue repair. They also contain red anthocyanins (a type of flavonoid), which may protect against heart disease and cancer.

Enjoy them on their own, as a topping for yogurt, in salads, or dip in melted dark chocolate for a healthy sweet treat!

04/24/2026

Protein plays a key role in healthy weight management.

Including adequate protein at meals supports satiety, helps preserve lean muscle mass, and promotes more stable energy levels throughout the day.

Protein rich meal ideas:
🍽️ Grilled chicken or tofu, roasted vegetables, and quinoa
🍳 Scrambled eggs or egg whites with vegetables and whole grain toast
🥗 Salmon or beans over mixed greens with olive oil–based dressing
🌮 Lean turkey or black beans in whole grain tortillas with vegetables
🥣 Greek yogurt with berries and nuts

Consistently including protein—rather than focusing on it occasionally—supports sustainable nutrition patterns and long-term health outcomes.

What are some of your favorite protein rich meals? 👇

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌎🌱

Support the earth, and your health, by choosing seasonal produce this Spring! Eating in season reduces carbon footprint and supports local farmers.

Spring Produce:
💚Asparagus
🥗Spinach
💚Artichokes
❤Beets
🥕Carrots
🫜Radishes
🫛Peas
🍓Strawberries
❤Rhubarb