Long Island Laparoscopic Doctors

10/27/2025

If you’re struggling to lose weight despite your best efforts, you’re not alone. Many people focus on diet plans and exercise routines but overlook behaviors that can sabotage progress. As weight loss professionals, we’ve noticed recurring patterns that keep patients from reaching their goals. Let’s explore seven often-overlooked behaviors that might be holding you back—and how to overcome them with actionable steps.

Losing weight isn’t just about following a diet—it’s about building habits that support your health and happiness for life. Learn more here: https://journeytothenewyou.com/blog/eight-often-overlooked-behaviors-that-might-be-preventing-you-from-losing-weight/

10/24/2025

Pumpkin Protein Cheesecake - If you are enjoying everything pumpkin this time of year, you must try this Pumpkin Protein Cheesecake!

Ingredients:
All ingredients should be at room temperature.
½ package Neufchâtel cheese 4oz
1 large egg whole
2 oz fat-free Greek yogurt ¼ cup
¼ cup cooked pumpkin
¼ teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
2 tablespoons Whey Protein For Baking
2 packets stevia
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 325F (163C).
2. If you are using a 4" springform pan, line the bottom with parchment paper. Rub coconut oil around the sides (or spray with non-stick cooking spray). Wrap the bottom of the pan with aluminum foil. If you are using a ceramic ramekin, no prep is needed.
3. Mix the Neufchâtel cheese, egg, yogurt, and pumpkin until smooth.
4. Add vanilla, whey powder, stevia, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix well.
5. Pour batter into ramekin or springform.
6. Put that in a larger pan (to set up the water bath).
7. Fill larger pan with about one inch of water.
8. Bake at 325F (163C) for 15 minutes.
9. Then reduce the temperature to 200F (93C) and bake for another 20 minutes. The cake should be removed from the oven while the center is not quite firm.
10. Let cool at room temperature, then transfer to refrigerator and let cool completely.
11. Remove from pan (if using a springform), and serve. Enjoy!

Makes 6 cupcakes

Nutrition Facts:
Calories 422
Total Fat 29g
Total Carbohydrates 12g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Protein 27g

Recipe from ProteinCakery.com

10/22/2025

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10/21/2025

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10/20/2025

If you’re thinking about weight loss surgery, you may already know how life-changing it can be. Weight loss surgery today is considered safe and effective, thanks to modern techniques that are less invasive, with fewer complications, and quicker recovery times. Strict medical standards, highly trained surgeons, and thorough care before and after surgery all contribute to the high success rates and lasting benefits many patients experience.

However, the journey to a healthier you begins with finding the right surgeon – someone who’s skilled, compassionate, and able to guide you safely through the process.

Here are some of the top benefits of weight loss surgery along with a few essential factors to consider when choosing your surgeon. Read the blog at: https://journeytothenewyou.com/blog/the-benefits-of-weight-loss-surgery-how-to-choose-the-right-surgeon/

Beyond shedding pounds, weight loss surgery offers a host of health benefits and can significantly improve your quality of life. If you’re thinking about weight loss surgery, you may already know how life-changing it can be. Weight loss surgery today is considered safe and effective, thanks to mod...

10/17/2025

Tuscan Chicken - Serve right from the skillet!

Ingredients:
2 Tbls olive oil
4 chicken breast halves
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp fresh ground pepper
1 tsp oregano
½ tsp thyme
½ yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced
1 pkg frozen artichoke hearts
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 can black beans, rinsed
1 jar (15 oz) roasted red peppers
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions:
1. Season chicken with salt & pepper. Heat olive oil in skillet and brown chicken on both sides over medium-high heat. Add onions half way through, brown slightly.
2. Add mushrooms, garlic & artichoke hearts. Stir in oregano & thyme and cook covered for 5 minutes.
3. Add remaining ingredients and allow to heat through. Sprinkle on Parmesan cheese and cover until it starts to melt.

Makes 4 servings

Nutrition Facts:
Calories 345
Total Fat 8g
Total Carbohydrates 24g
Dietary Fiber 10g
Protein 42g

10/14/2025

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10/13/2025

If you are juggling a packed calendar, squeezing in time for yourself can feel nearly impossible. And when it comes to staying consistent with your weight loss program, mealtime can either be your greatest ally or your sneaky saboteur.

The good news? You can eat well and stick to your weight loss goals—even with a hectic schedule. It just takes a bit of planning, a few smart shortcuts, and a mindset shift from “all-or-nothing” to “good-enough-for-now.”

So, if you’re tired of drive-thru regrets or skipping meals altogether, these meal planning tips are just what you need.

Learn more here: https://journeytothenewyou.com/blog/meal-planning-tips-for-busy-people-trying-to-lose-weight/ (follow link in bio to blog)

10/10/2025

Pumpkin Protein Cookies - These Pumpkin Protein Cookies are the perfect fall treat!

Ingredients: (at room temperature)
⅓ cup natural vanilla whey protein
1 tablespoon coconut flour
¼ cup pumpkin puree
2 teaspoons coconut sugar
⅛ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
¼ teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch sea salt (or regular salt)
1 tablespoon chopped pecans

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 325F (163C).
2. Except for the pecans, mix all cookie ingredients until well combined.
3. Fold in the pecans.
4. Spoon batter onto a parchment-lined cookie sheet as 4 cookies. Use the back of your spoon to help shape them.
5. Bake for 5 minutes, and check to see if they are firm. If not, continue to bake and check every 1-2 minutes. For best results, remove from oven as soon as they are firm. (Over-baked whey cookies can get very dry.)
6. Enjoy! Store in the refrigerator.

Makes 4 cookies

Nutrition Facts:
Calories 63
Total Fat 2g
Total Carbohydrates 6g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Protein 7g

Notes: If you'd like to use a whey/casein blend instead, reduce the coconut flour to 1 teaspoon. I do not recommend using plant-based protein powder in this recipe.

Recipe from ProteinCakery.com

10/09/2025

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10/07/2025

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10/03/2025

Spicy Pumpkin Seeds - Recipe courtesy Bobby Flay

Ingredients:
3 cups pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon chile de arbol powder

Directions:
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Place the pumpkin seeds in a large bowl and toss with the oil, ancho powder, salt, and chile de arbol powder. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once. Let cool and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition: per 1/3 cup
90 Calories
4 g protein
11 g carbohydrates