Quinoa Curry Bowl

Updated: 3/18/22

Need a Curry recipe idea for Vegan Month?  Try our Quinoa Curry Bowl!

Quinoa Curry Bowl

Servings:
2 Vegetables
1 Starch

Suitable for all Freedom meal plans only

Ingredients:
¼ cup cooked plain Quinoa, prepared with Curry Powder, to taste
½ cup Broccoli
¼ cup Carrots
¼ Red Pepper, sliced thin
¼ medium Onion, sliced thin
2 Garlic Cloves, minced
½ tsp. fresh Ginger, minced

Preparation:
Stir the quinoa, onion, and curry powder together with 1½ cups of water in a medium saucepan, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered with a tight-fitting lid, for 15 minutes.

While the quinoa is cooking, place the vegetables into a skillet on medium-low heat, add a little water, and cover until the vegetables soften. Stir occasionally. While the vegetables are warming, mince the garlic and ginger.

When the vegetables are tender (5 to 10 minutes), increase the heat to medium-high and stir in the garlic, ginger, and curry powder, cook 1 to 2 more minutes. Remove the pan from the heat. Stir the quinoa into the vegetables.

Zucchini and Peppers

Updated: 11/7/24

National Pepper Month is here!  Need a quick and easy side dish?  Look no further!

Zucchini and Peppers

Servings:
3 Vegetables

Suitable for all Freedom and FastTrack 2.0 meal plans

Ingredients:
1 cup Zucchini, cut into 1/4 inch slices
½ Green Pepper, chopped
1 Garlic Clove, crushed
1 Tbsp “I Can't Believe It's Not Butter”
1 small Tomato, cut into wedges
1/8 tsp. Pepper
Dash seasoning to taste

Preparation:
Cook vegetables (except tomato) in butter, garlic, and pepper. Cover and cook 5 minutes. Add tomato, cook about 3 minutes until all is heated. Add a sprinkle of your favorite Dash seasoning or salt-free blend if desired.

MWLC Patients Achieve Quicker Results with New Medication Support

Updated: 8/6/25

A Smarter, Faster Path to Weight Loss

Would adding a new weight loss medication to your healthy program give you the weight loss boost you’ve been looking for? Our patients are reporting great results.

For many patients at Medical Weight Loss Clinic, the addition of the weight loss medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide to our programs has been a game-changer. The combination of a personalized nutrition plan, with this medication and accountability has helped many patients who were struggling to move the scale in the right direction.

We recently spoke with three patients, Jackie, Kimberly and Carissa, to learn about their experiences with Medical Weight Loss Clinic’s program and semaglutide. Their journeys highlight the effectiveness of this combination in transforming lives.

Jackie’s Success

Jackie, who visits the Novi clinic, has struggled with her weight for most of her adult life. After trying various diets and weight loss programs, she found herself at her heaviest weight, 195 pounds, in the summer of 2023 after having her second child. With a history of gestational diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome, Jackie turned to MWLC in November 2023 for a comprehensive program that included weight loss medication.

“The compounded semaglutide has been life-changing, ,” Jackie says. “It has changed my relationship to food. I no longer crave sweets or constantly think about my next meal in the same way that I did previously.”

Now at 157 pounds, with a goal of 140 pounds, Jackie is confident in her progress. The support from MWLC’s staff, along with the meal plan emphasizing whole foods, has been crucial to her success. She has noticed a commonly-reported side effect. When the dosage increases or she eats certain foods, Jackie sometimes experiences nausea, though it hasn’t caused her concern. 

Jackie notes the the affordability of semaglutide she’s able to obtain through MWLC. Our patients pay significantly less for the medication through a compounding pharmacy than they might for Wegovy or Ozempic through their doctor and a standard pharmacy.

Kimberly’s Journey

Kimberly C., an attorney from Troy, began her weight loss journey with Medical Weight Loss Clinic in November 2023. She was frustrated with the weight gain of nearly 85 pounds that came with early menopause, starting in 2018, and the lack of results she had seen with other efforts.

With a Mediterranean cruise planned to celebrate her 50th birthday in September, Kimberly began to research medical programs that included semaglutide to help her feel her best.

“Part of my issue is I work about 60 hours a week. I don’t have time to do a lot of meal prep or make multiple meals a day,” she says. “Starting on the Fast Track program meant one small dinner meal a day, along with shakes and a bar," she said. “I was actually less hungry than before because I was getting better nutrition.”

As part of her customized program, Kimberly injects the highest dose of semaglutide available. So far, she has lost 50 pounds and aims to lose 35 more.

Carissa’s Transformation

Carissa from Farmington Hills had experienced yo-yo dieting throughout her life. After the loss of both her parents during the pandemic, she was stressed and anxious and had gained 50 pounds. Tired of wasting time and money on weight loss and dieting efforts that didn’t pay off, she turned to Medical Weight Loss Clinic in October 2023.

Within the first month of her program, Carissa lost 10 pounds, then about 3 pounds a week. That progress helped motivate her to keep going. She started the program weighing 222 pounds and is down to 142, with the goal of getting to 130.

Carissa is on the lowest dose of semaglutide as part of her program and says she believes the key to her success has been the medication combined with learning how to eat for better health.

“It hadn’t sunk in how much of a difference being on a low-carb, low-sugar, high-protein diet would make,” she says of her experience before coming to Medical Weight Loss Clinic. “At this point, I actually like the natural foods I eat more. I’m not looking forward to junk food.”

The accountability she’s gained by visiting the clinic is also crucial.

“After the pandemic, I couldn’t motivate myself anymore, so I really needed their help to keep me honest and motivated,” she says.

Faster Weight Loss at MWLC: How Medications Are Helping Patients Succeed

Carissa, Jackie and Kimberly attribute their weight loss success to the synergy between their personalized Medical Weight Loss Clinic programs and semaglutide. The medication helps control hunger, making it easier to adhere to the nutritional plans. This combination not only aids in significant weight loss but also promotes better overall health. For instance, Kimberly noticed a reduction in lower leg and foot swelling and discomfort, while Carissa reported improved blood pressure and cholesterol levels and Jackie normalized her fasting blood sugars.

Our comprehensive approach ensures that patients receive continuous support, from regular health check-ups to personalized dietary advice. This combination of semaglutide and expert guidance provides a powerful tool for those serious about losing weight and maintaining a healthier lifestyle.

“I recommend it to everybody,” Carissa says of her experience with semaglutide and a customized program. “If somebody’s really serious about losing weight, I  definitely tell people to try it, because I know it works.”
Why MWLC Now Offers Prescription Medication Support

While nutrition, education, and accountability remain the foundation of our program, clinically approved weight loss medications can offer an added boost. For eligible patients, this option provides enhanced support for appetite control, increased metabolism, and improved long-term outcomes.

Who Can Benefit from This Addition?

Medication isn’t for everyone, which is why our team of medical professionals evaluates each patient individually. If you're struggling with stubborn weight or have underlying health factors, this added support may help you break through plateaus and gain momentum.

Talk to a Weight Loss Expert Today

Interested in learning if medication-enhanced weight loss is right for you? Schedule a free consultation or visit one of our clinics to speak with an MWLC expert. Book your consultation here: MWLC.com.

Cauliflower Stuffing

Updated: 3/21/22

Think you can only eat stuffing at Thanksgiving?  Try this twist on traditional stuffing!  Cauliflower Stuffing makes a tasty side dish any time!

Cauliflower Stuffing

Servings:
3 Vegetables
1 Fiber Fulfill

Suitable for all Freedom meal plans only

Ingredients:
¼ medium Onion, chopped
¼ cup Carrots, peeled and chopped
¼ cup Celery, chopped or thinly sliced
1 ½ cup Cauliflower, chopped
¼ cup Baby Bella Mushrooms, chopped
Freshly ground Black Pepper, to taste
¼ cup freshly chopped Parsley
2 Tbsp freshly chopped Rosemary
1 Tbsp freshly chopped Sage (or 1 tsp. ground sage)
1 MWLC Chicken Bouillon Fiber Fulfill
Unflavored cooking spray

Preparation:
Spray unflavored cooking spray in a large skillet. Add onion, carrot, and celery and sauté until soft, 7 to 8 minutes. Add cauliflower, mushrooms and season with pepper. Cook until tender, 8 to 10 minutes more.

Add parsley, rosemary, and sage and stir until combined. Make the MWLC Chicken bouillon per directions on the package and pour the broth over the vegetable mixture and cook until tender and liquid is absorbed, 10 minutes.

Mild Pomegranate Salsa

Updated: 3/21/22

Need another Pomegranate recipe in your life?  How about a Winter Salsa?  Why not?  Enjoy salsa all year round with our Mild Pomegranate Salsa recipe!

Mild Pomegranate Salsa 

Servings:
2.5 Vegetables
1 Fruit

Suitable for all Freedom and FastTrack 2 meal plans

Ingredients:
½ small Pomegranate, save Arils only
½ medium Cucumber, diced
¼ medium Green Pepper, diced
1/3 cup Cilantro, finely diced
¼ medium Red Onion, diced
½ Lime, freshly squeezed
¼ Jalapeño, minced

Preparation:
Mix all prepared ingredients together. Refrigerate or enjoy at room temperature.

You can use this delicious salsa to spread over top of chicken, pork, beef, or use as a dressing for over top of a fresh salad.

Medical Weight Loss Clinic food donations do a ton of good for Gleaners

Medical Weight Loss Clinic patients and staff may spend their time focused on finding ways to lead a healthier life. At the same time, they also contribute to a healthier future for our neighbors in need.

“Since last summer, the Medical Weight Loss Clinic community—both patients and staff—has generously donated over one ton of food to Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan,” says Bob Irland, Gleaners community giving manager.

The generosity of our patients and staff - like Dahlia and Lauren at our Canton location - has helped Medical Weight Loss Clinic contribute more than 2,000 pounds of donated food to Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeast Michigan over the past year. Keep those food donations coming.

The partnership began last September when Medical Weight Loss Clinic locations became convenient drop-off sites for staff, patients and the community to donate non-perishable food items. Since then, more than 2,248 pounds of food has been collected.

For every four pounds of food Gleaners receives, the non-profit organization is able to provide three meals to a hungry neighbor. According to these estimates, the Medical Weight Loss Clinic donations equate to about 1,686 meals and counting.

At a time when  one in seven people – including one in five children – are facing food insecurity in Southeast Michigan, programs like this one are making a difference.

“Combined with (the Medical Weight Loss Clinic) holiday cookbook download donations supporting our summer Meet Up and Eat Up program, this food has been a lifeline for our mobile food distributions and local food pantry partners as we all work to meet the ongoing demand in the face of high food and housing costs,” Bob adds. “We are incredibly grateful for the awareness the Medical Weight Loss Clinic team spreads about food insecurity and the simple process they’ve created for patients to get involved. 

Fran Yee, marketing director for Medical Weight Loss Clinic, considers the partnership beneficial to all parties.

“When patients start a program with any of our 27 Medical Weight Loss Clinic locations, they will often do a pantry reset where they will remove any non-perishable goods not on plan to avoid temptation so it makes perfect sense to collect these items to be distributed to those in need,” she says. “With the help of Gleaners, we can help ensure unopened, non-perishable items are not wasted.”

Gleaners provides food to more than 400 partner soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters, schools and other agencies across the region. In 2023, Gleaners distributed more than 50 million pounds of food to neighbors in need.

But the work is far from over. In the past year, more people than ever visited Gleaners for help. The organization experienced a 30% increase in demand for its services over the previous year, mirroring increased levels of need seen at food banks across Michigan.

“We look forward to an ongoing relationship with Gleaners, especially since it impacts so many people in our community in a positive way,” Yee adds.

The time to shop your own pantry is now. Donation boxes are still available.

Bring unopened, non-perishable, labeled and shelf-stable food items today at any Medical Weight Loss Clinic location. Learn more at mwlc.com.

Find out how this Medical Weight Loss Clinic patient banished binge eating

For 49-year-old Teresa Pecoraro of Canton, adding semaglutide to her weight loss efforts has given her the freedom from binge eating she sought for years.

Translating and speaking on her behalf, Teresa’s husband Alessandro Vitali explained that she had struggled with binge eating off and on for 30 years. Then, in the fall of 2023, about a year after relocating from Italy, Teresa sought help from Medical Weight Loss Clinic in Canton. Alessandro says she specifically looked to MWLC for guidance after reading about the benefits of injectable weight loss medications like Ozempic.

After starting at 196 pounds, Teresa expects to hit her goal weight of 130 pounds within the next few months with Medical Weight Loss Clinic.

“She tried several times to lose weight in the past and she did well with some medical support but had never used semaglutide,” he says. “Semaglutide, in combination with a specific diet that has been provided, is now giving her a big improvement. She lost 60 pounds in nine months.”

Teresa has received a steady dose of semaglutide since she started taking it and says her experience has been positive. She felt a bit nauseous and tired for the first couple months, especially for the first couple days after a weekly injection, but that’s almost stopped.

“It’s not an issue,” Alessandro says. “It’s something she can manage quite well.”

After starting at 196 pounds, Teresa expects to hit her goal weight of 130 pounds within the next few months. In the past, she has struggled to stabilize her weight after meeting a goal, but feels supported by our staff and confident she will succeed.

Beyond the semaglutide, Teresa and Alessandro say the support from clinic staff when it comes to diet has been helpful as they adjust to food shopping and eating in the United States.

“She wants to mention as well that being Italian and moving to the U.S., it was not easy for us to find healthy food and keep a healthy diet,” Alessandro says. “We know how to do it in Italy but not here. There are several similar products but not the exact same. The suggestions from the clinic were really helpful.”

Grocery shopping in the United States was challenging for Medical Weight Loss Clinic patient Teresa, who moved here from Italy. She found support and helpful medication she needed.

The changes Teresa has made and experienced thanks to the combination of the semaglutide and a custom meal program from our Canton team has had real impacts on her life. In addition to the weight loss, Alessandro says Teresa’s sleep apnea has dissipated. She’s also experienced less knee pain and water retention. Thanks to these improvements to Teresa’s health, the 10-hour flights to and from Italy are much easier for her than they had been before she began her program.

To learn whether a semaglutide may be the right tool to add to your custom weight loss program with Medical Weight Loss Clinic, schedule a free consultation today at MWLC.com.

Pomegranate Citrus Parfait

Updated: 3/21/22

Enjoy this Pomegranate Citrus Parfait - just in time for National Pomegranate Month!

Pomegranate Citrus Parfait

Servings:
2 Fruits
1 Dairy

Suitable for Freedom meal plans 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 7 only

Ingredients:
1 serving Plain, Low-Fat Yogurt
½ tsp. Vanilla Extract
1 small Orange, peeled and cubed or segmented
¼ medium Grapefruit, peeled and cubed or segmented
¼ small Pomegranate, seeded

Preparation:
In a bowl, whisk together the yogurt and vanilla extract. Assemble parfait - yogurt, fruit mix, yogurt, fruit mix and serve.

How to Eat a Pomegranate

Updated: 3/26/19

Pomegranates are a super food!  It's a heart-healthy fruit that is loaded with vitamins and antioxidants—plus, it's delicious! Unfortunately, uncertainty over how to eat a pomegranate can make many people hesitant to buy them. Follow these tips!

Separate the seeds. For the pomegranate-eating novice, the first step is to get the seeds out of the fruit. And you need to know how to do it so that juice won’t spray all over your clothing and kitchen. One easy way to get the seeds out splatter-free is to cut off the crown of the pom, then cut it into wedges. Submerge each section in a bowl of water and gently separate the seeds from the pith with your fingers. Then just strain the seeds out and you’ll get to enjoy them without a mess.  You can also cut it in half and use the back side of the spoon to hit the rind of the fruit, firmly and swiftly.  The seeds (or arils) will fall right into the bowl!

Eat the seeds for a vitamin-filled snack. The seeds are called arils and they’ve got a bit of crunch in the middle, surrounded by a juicy outer layer. The arils in a single pomegranate give you 30 percent of your vitamin C requirement for the day. They’re also loaded with fiber to keep you feeling full.

Cook with crunch. Add the seeds to your breakfast any time you might use berries, like as a topping for cereal or yogurt. They also add a bit of crunchiness and a surprising, juicy tang to savory dishes. Try tossing them in with a kale salad, making a topping for chicken by mixing the seeds with chopped red pepper and orange chunks or sprinkling them on top of roasted carrots or Brussels sprouts.

Make a tangy, sweet juice. You can buy pomegranate juice, but it’s easy to make your own by cutting a fresh pomegranate in half, then use a hand-press juicer to squeeze out the bright red liquid (using cheesecloth to strain out any pieces). The juice is a nutritional powerhouse: In a small study of people with ischemic coronary heart disease, drinking a glass of pomegranate juice daily was found to improve blood flow to the heart, improving their stress test results. Also, studies have shown that pomegranate juice can help lower your risk of heart disease.

Blend them into a smoothie. Swap pomegranate juice for any other liquid to add a tart sweetness to your smoothie.

Vegetable Turkey Stuffed Cups

Updated: 3/17/22

Looking for a creative way to use those Thanksgiving leftovers?  Instead of the traditional turkey sandwich, try this delicious breakfast recipe!  This recipe is an easy way to keep those turkey leftovers a part of your meal plan all week long for National Turkey Lover's Month.

Vegetable Stuffed Turkey Cups

Servings:
1 Protein
1.5 Vegetables
0.5 Starch
1 Nutritional Supplement

Suitable for all Freedom and FastTrack meal plans

Ingredients:
1 portion Turkey Breast, fresh
1/8 cup Corn
1/8 medium White Onion, thinly chopped
½ cup Celery, finely chopped
1 cup Mushrooms, diced
1 MWLC Cream of Chicken Soup Nutritional Supplement, dry
½ clove Garlic, minced
1 tsp. Sage
1 Tbsp Dash Poultry Seasoning, to taste
Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Unflavored Cooking Spray

Preparation:
Spray the bottom of a medium skillet with unflavored cooking spray. Place the mushrooms, corn, celery, and onion in the skillet. Next, over medium heat, cook them for 4-5 minutes, or until softened.

In small non-stick skillet, spray unflavored cooking spray and add the chopped turkey breast. Stir and cook the turkey for 5 minutes or until turkey is thoroughly cooked. Mix all the seasonings, the supplement, turkey, vegetables, and starch together in a medium bowl. Add enough water to moisten, but not too much.

Spray muffin tin with unflavored cooking spray and place the mixture filling each tin 3/4 way full. Bake at 350 degrees for at least 15 minutes. Enjoy!

(Not recommended to make less than 4 servings. This recipe is for 1 serving.)

Spice Cake Popcorn Seasoning

Updated: 10/15/21

Spice Cake Popcorn Seasoning

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. Stevia
¼ tsp. Cinnamon
¼ tsp. Ginger, ground
¼ tsp. Allspice
¼ tsp. Nutmeg
¼ tsp. Ground Cloves

Preparation:
Mix all ingredients together, then gently sprinkle the mix a little at a time over hot, air-popped popcorn.

Smoked BBQ Popcorn Seasoning

Updated: 10/15/21

Smoked BBQ Popcorn Seasoning

Ingredients:
1/4 tsp. Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp. Onion Powder
1/4 tsp. Smoked Paprika

Preparation:
Mix all ingredients together, then gently sprinkle the mix a little at a time over the hot, air-popped popcorn.

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

A simple and sweet treat the even the kids will love, courtesy of patient Nicole!

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes 

Servings:
1 Nutritional Supplement

Suitable for all Freedom and Fast Track meal plans

Ingredients:
1 MWLC Pancake Nutritional Supplement
¼ cup Water
½ tsp. Pumpkin Spice
Unflavored Non-Stick Cooking Spray

Preparation:
Combine the MWLC Pancake Nutritional Supplement using ¼ cup water and pumpkin spice until thoroughly mixed. Spray a pan with unflavored non-stick cooking spray and cook as directed.

Tips for Using a Slow Cooker

It's that time of year!  Follow these tips to create simple and delicious slow cooked meals!  Need healthy slow cooker recipe ideas?  We've got you covered!  Click on the “Recipes” tab!

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Cinnamon Rolls

Sweet tooth? Try these Cinnamon Rolls courtesy of Okemos clinic!

Cinnamon Rolls

Servings:
2 MWLC Nutritional Supplement Powders
1 MWLC Nutritional Supplement Bar

 Suitable for all Freedom meal plans

Ingredients:
MWLC Pancake Nutritional Supplement Powder
MWLC Vanilla Pudding/Shake Nutritional Supplement Powder
MWLC Sweet and Salty Nutritional Supplement Bar
Ground Cinnamon to taste

Preparation:
Mix the Pancake Supplement powder with ¼ Vanilla Pudding/Shake Supplement powder and 2 Tbsp water to make the dough.

“Flour” the counter with half of the leftover Vanilla Pudding/Shake Supplement.

Roll out the dough until it is ¼ inch thick.

Cut up one Sweet and Salty Nutritional Supplement Bar and microwave with 2 Tbsp water, for about 1 minute.

Add Cinnamon to taste.

Spread out the dough and roll.

Bake at 350 for 10 minutes.

Mix remaining Vanilla Nutritional Supplement Pudding/Shake with water, to make icing and drizzle over top of the rolls when done.

FiberFuel Celery Juice

Dearborn Clinic staff member Noor Alhmadawi shared her celery juice recipe with us today!

FiberFuel Celery Juice

Servings:
1 Vegetable
1 Fruit
1 Fiber

Suitable for all Freedom and FastTrack meal plans

Ingredients:
1 MWLC Mixed Fruit Drink Fiber Fulfill
1 cup Celery
1 Green Apple
1 Lime
8 oz. Water

Preparation:
Blend or juice or Celery, Apple, and Lime.  Add your juice, water, and fiber fulfill to your shaker cup.

Shake & enjoy!

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas: Lean, Flavorful & Plan-Friendly

Updated: 8/6/25

Lean chicken breast and bell peppers rubbed with fajita spices (lime juice, chili, garlic, cumin), air-fried to crisp perfection with minimal oil. Ready in ~15 minutes.

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Servings:
1 Protein
2 Vegetables
1 Starch

Suitable for all Freedom and FastTrack meal plans

Ingredients:
1 serving Chicken Breast, Boneless/Skinless (or Sirloin or Shrimp)
¼ medium Red Bell Pepper
¼ medium Green Bell Pepper
¼ medium Yellow or Orange Bell Pepper
¼ medium Onion
1-2 Tbsp Dash Fiesta Lime Blend
½ fresh Lime (optional)
1 Tortilla (Low Carb with Fiber)
Unflavored Non-Stick Cooking Spray

Preparation:
Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees for 3 minutes.

Cut the chicken into small strips.  Remove the seeds from peppers. Cut peppers and onions into strips and add these ingredients to a mixing bowl.   Spray bowl contents with unflavored non-stick cooking spray.

Add the fajita mixture in a single layer in the air fryer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, this may require more than 1 batch. Cook for 5 minutes and toss well.  Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the peppers are tender.

If desired, squeeze fresh lime over the fajita mixture and serve with a tortilla.

For more healthy recipe ideas, visit mwlc.com/recipes

Pumpkin Cheesecake Roll

Updated: 10/12/22

If you like Pumpkin Spice and Cheesecake, then this Pumpkin Cheesecake Roll is for you! Special thanks to Grosse Point Woods Clinic!

Pumpkin Cheesecake Roll

Servings:
1 Nutritional Supplement (1 slice)

Suitable for all Freedom meal plans only

Ingredients:
3 MWLC Pancake Nutritional Supplements
3 MWLC Cheesecake Nutritional Supplements
½ tsp Vanilla Extract
½ tsp Ground Cinnamon
2-3 tsp. Pumpkin Spice (Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg and Allspice)
2 packets Splenda
Unflavored Non-Stick Cooking Spray
Water

Preparation:
Mix the pancake supplement with 6-7 ounces of water. The batter should be thinner so it creates more of a thin pancake or “crepe” effect.

Mix the cheesecake supplement with 5-6 ounces of water and ½ tsp of vanilla extract, ground cinnamon and pumpkin spice seasoning. The Cheesecake should be firm so it stays put when you roll it.

Heat an electric griddle or skillet to 300 degrees and spray lightly with unflavored non-stick cooking spray. Pour the pancake batter onto the heated skillet and spread out the mixture in a large square shape. Cook with the lid so the top starts to cook, it will be easier to flip.

Once cooked on both sides, remove from pan and cool on a sheet of Saran Wrap. Spread the cheesecake mixture on the pancake/crepe using the saran wrap and you can roll it tight. As you roll, pull the saran wrap away from the roll so it is not wrapped in. Once rolled, wrap tightly with saran wrap and refrigerate overnight.

Recipe makes 6 servings/slices; each serving/slice would count as 1 Nutritional Supplement.

Quinoa and Spiralized Vegetable Salad

Updated: 3/17/22

Try whipping up our Quinoa and Spiralized Vegetable Salad for lunch today! 

Quinoa and Spiralized Vegetable Salad

Servings:
1 Starch
2 Vegetables

Suitable for all Freedom and FastTrack meal plans

Ingredients:
¼ cup Quinoa, cooked
2 Tbsp. juice from a fresh Lemon
2 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
¼ medium Red Onion, sliced
2 Tbsp. fresh Dill
¼ cup Parsley, chopped
¼ medium Red Bell Pepper, spiralized
½ medium Cucumber, spiralized

Preparation:
Prepare the quinoa according to the instructions. Next, slice the red onion, chop the parsley, then spiralize the cucumber and the red bell pepper. In a bowl, whisk together the fresh dill, ground black pepper, and the lemon juice. Place the cooked quinoa and the vegetables into the same bowl. Mix all of the ingredients together and serve.

Track your progress and get healthy with Medical Weight Loss Clinic

Tracking your weight loss progress is an essential part of staying motivated and achieving your goals. Janice Jacobs, manager of our Grandville location, explains how Medical Weight Loss Clinic helps patients monitor their journey and offers advice on how to continue tracking progress at home.

Never underestimate the power of the scale when losing or maintaining your weight. Regular weigh-ins are just one way we track success at Medical Weight Loss Clinic.

“People are more likely to reach their weight loss goal when they track their progress,” Janice says.

Ways to track your weight loss include keeping a food journal, creating a weight loss chart and weighing yourself regularly. We encourage patients to visit their clinic daily for one-on-one visits that offer motivation and support too. Clinic check-ins help keep you accountable and give you the opportunity to address any challenges with our expert staff. Janet says that if you can’t make it to the clinic, phone check-ins at least once a week can help you stay on track with your plan.

For patients looking to track their progress at home, she recommends having a scale for regular weigh-ins and continuing to log progress in a journal. Journaling and weighing yourself at least three times a week are key to a successful weight loss journey.

Janet says tracking progress is motivating because it provides visible results.

“As patients lose weight and see the results, they are more likely to stay motivated and stick to their plan,” she says.

This steady feedback keeps the momentum going and can help you stay focused on your weight loss goals. For more tips and personalized support, schedule your free consultation today at MWLC.com.