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Bariatric Jello Recipe (Dr. Mark Hyman Inspired)

5 from 1 vote
This homemade bariatric jello recipe is light, easy to digest, and high in clean protein. Perfect for post-op recovery and weight loss, this gelatin trick recipe uses real ingredients like grass-fed gelatin and herbal tea, inspired by Dr. Mark Hyman’s functional nutrition approach.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: weight loss
Cuisine: American
Calories: 35
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Grass-fed gelatin powder Unflavored, collagen-rich
  • 2 tbsp Cold water For blooming gelatin
  • 1 cup Herbal tea lemon, berry, ginger Brewed, unsweetened
  • 0.5 tsp Lemon juice optional For brightness and digestion
  • 1 –2 drops/tsp Liquid stevia or monk fruit Natural sugar-free sweetener
  • 1 pinch Himalayan pink salt optional Adds minerals and flavor
  • 1 tsp Collagen peptides optional Boosts protein content

Equipment

  • 1 Saucepan For warming tea
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For blooming gelatin
  • 1 Whisk or Spoon To stir gelatin
  • 1 Measuring Cups For precise liquid ratio
  • 1 Silicone Mold or Dish For setting jello

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, bloom the gelatin by mixing it with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, gently heat 1 cup of herbal tea (do not boil).
  3. Add the bloomed gelatin into the warm tea and stir until fully dissolved.
  4. Mix in stevia or monk fruit, lemon juice, and pink salt if using.
  5. Pour the mixture into silicone molds or a small glass dish.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
  7. Cut into cubes or serve directly once chilled.

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 7gSodium: 25mgPotassium: 10mg

Notes

This bariatric jello recipe is suitable for the clear-liquid phase and beyond.
Always consult your dietitian or surgeon before adding new foods post-op.
You can swap herbal tea flavors to match seasonal preferences.
Avoid using boxed gelatin mixes, which often contain artificial dyes and sugar alcohols.
For a variation, try adding fruit-infused teas or mint for freshness.

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