Bariatric Surgery Success
164 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsYou've had bariatric surgery but let's not stop there. Your success depends on the right nutrition as part of your journey and transformation. You can conquer weight regain, cravings and emotional eating and learn to deal with all the other issues that come up. Here's how. Join me and listen to the Bariatric Surgery Success podcast. I'm registered dietitian nutritionist Dr. Susan Mitchell and I know what to do and will share the nutrition information you need for your successful transformation.
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EP 161: Here’s what to know about binge-grazing and binge eating after WLS
April 03, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBIf you struggled with binge eating disorder or BED before bariatric surgery, can it still be an issue now? Are there differences in binging before surgery versus after? How is BED related to binge-grazing and what does that really mean anyway? Dietitian Chaundra Evans and psychologist Kelly Broadwater join me to answer all of these questions and share helpful insight for your journey. Podcast Guests: Chaundra Evans RD, LDN www.BeBariEDucated.com Kelly Broadwater, LPA, LCMHC, CEDS-S www...
#160: Is Nutritional Yeast OK to use after Weight Loss Surgery?
March 20, 2024 11:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MBChristine asked me if nutritional yeast is a replacement for vegan cheese. Sandy wants to know if nutritional yeast is a good way to increase her protein. I bet you have some questions about it too. Is it ok to use nutritional yeast after your weight loss surgery and what medical issues might not be a good mix with this yeast? Stay right where you are…Gayle, Isabel and I have the answers about nutritional yeast also known as nooch. Podcast Guests: Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RD Ba...
#159 5 Health Benefits of Bariatric-Friendly Almond Flour
March 06, 2024 12:00 - 9 minutes - 4.54 MBThis episode discusses the importance of controlling carb intake after weight loss surgery and introduces almond flour as a bariatric-friendly carb substitute. The use of almond flour in baking is explored, including tips for achieving the desired texture. The health benefits of almond flour, such as its protein, fiber, and healthy fat content, are highlighted. Oh how we love our carbs! But after weight loss surgery, watching how much carb you eat is important in your successful journey. C...
Why is accountability so hard after WLS? EP 158
February 21, 2024 12:00 - 17 minutes - 8.16 MBWhy is accountability so hard after weight loss surgery? Are accountability partners and other accountability measures really ‘all that’ anyway? What’s behind your resistance to these accountability tools? How can you put this in perspective to be as successful as possible? Bariatric psychologist Dr. Connie joins me to talk about some of the most frequently used accountability tools and the reasons for resistance. Podcast Guest: Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Website: http://www.conniestapleton...
#157 Five Year Focus: Mistakes that DeRail Your Bariatric Surgery Success
February 07, 2024 12:00 - 20 minutes - 9.3 MBFive years from now. Where do you see yourself after surgery? Whether you’re almost ready for surgery, recently had surgery or maybe you’re down the track a ways, do you have a five year focus for long term success? Mistakes can derail you from where you want to go. What are these mistakes and how do you avoid them? Bariatric dietitian Melissa Majumdar joins me to show you how to have a plan in place and prevent being derailed by mistakes. Podcast Guests: Melissa Majumdar, MS, RD, CSOWM, ...
#156 Are You Kidding Me? Bariatric Tips that are Total Nonsense
January 24, 2024 12:00 - 30 minutes - 24.2 MBNot a day goes by that I don’t read some nutrition tip or hear about some product for bariatric surgery and say to myself… are you kidding me…this is such nonsense. And then I really get frustrated because you, my community, are likely reading this baloney too and maybe believing it. Bariatric dietitian Isabel Maples joins me to cut thru the crap. We’re picking some of the worse offenders and setting the story straight so you can make smart decisions. Podcast Guest: Bariatric Dietitian Is...
#155 7 Powerful Ways to IMMERSE Yourself in Your Bariatric Lifestyle
January 10, 2024 12:00 - 16 minutes - 13.4 MBThere’s something about a new year…a fresh start, a time to reboot or tweak areas of your life that need an adjustment or a redo. Any decision to change habits, especially nutrition and health ones, takes work, right? The bariatric lifestyle is no exception. There’s a lot to learn and to know how to deal with. So this year, my focus word is IMMERSE. Let’s use the word ‘immerse' an a mnemonic to look at seven powerful strategies you can put into place for a successful bariatric lifestyle. Vi...
#154 Shift from Talking to Walking-the-Walk after WLS
December 27, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutes - 20.7 MBHere we are…about to wrap up another year and embark on a new one. Where do you find yourself right now? Are you just talking the talk when it comes to living out your bariatric lifestyle, wishing you could walk the walk? Our focus word for next year is ‘immersion’. Immersing yourself in the life you really want after weight loss surgery. Bariatric psychologist Dr. Connie and I are going to help you do just that. Dr. Connie joins me to help you immerse yourself into the new year…where you tr...
#153 Top 10 Bariatric Surgery Success Podcasts of 2023
December 13, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes - 7.9 MBCan you believe that 2023 is almost a wrap? Maybe you’re feeling like you haven’t accomplished all that you’re capable of this year or that you missed learning things that could help you on your journey. Well this part I can help with. Below, I'm sharing with you the top 10 podcasts from 2023. Pick and choose the ones that will help you right now or have a binge night and listen to a bunch of them. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 t...
#152: Conquering the Big C: Constipation after WLS
November 29, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 5 MBDo you feel blocked up, you know, like there’s a cement block in your colon? What a pain, literally, constipation can be after bariatric surgery or any time. Bariatric dietitians Gayle and Isabel join me to share nutrition strategies that are specific to constipation to help prevent and relieve it…tips you don’t want to miss and can help you feel better. Podcast Guests: Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RD Bariatric Coordinator UVA Health in Haymarket, Virginia Email: ggw5ud@uvahealth...
#151 Thrive thru Thanksgiving with These 5 Tips
November 15, 2023 06:00 - 15 minutes - 5 MBIt’s here! The season of eatings, greetings and meetings. Kicking off with Thanksgiving. I can almost hear you moan as you say to me, “how do I survive Thanksgiving without weight regain? What do I eat without kicking in my cravings or imploding my nutrition plan that’s been working so well?” Ok, first thing. I hear you. Let’s change that word survive to thrive. You heard me right. I want you to thrive this Thanksgiving and the entire holiday season. I have 5 strategies to help you do just t...
#150 Dealing with Food, Grief and Transition after Bariatric Surgery
November 01, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 5 MBWayne asked me to do a podcast on food, grief and transition. I bet you haven’t thought about these three going together. But ask yourself, are you dealing with any grief that might be tied to your surgery? Have you thought about how grief might be related to what you choose to eat and to the transition you’re going thru? Whether you’re preparing for surgery now or have already gone thru it, food, grief and transition typically get skipped over but taking a look at them can really be insig...
#149 Just Add Mushrooms: 7 Bariatric-Friendly Benefits
October 18, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 5 MBI’m going to give you several hints and I want you to guess the vegetable…ready? It’s good for your immune system, fat free, low in calories, cholesterol free, gluten free, very low in sodium and may contain vitamin D depending on how it’s grown. What is it? What’s your guess? If you guessed the mighty mushroom, you’re right. There are at least seven big benefits to adding mushrooms to your bariatric-friendly lifestyle. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs...
#148: 5 Nutrition “Must Knows” for Weight Loss Drugs and Bariatric Surgery
October 04, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 5 MBIt’s the dawn of a new era. First it was Ozempic and Wegovy and now there are more new weight loss drugs. They may be even better at treating obesity and achieving weight loss while also helping manage other diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure. With some clinical trials promising weight loss of 20%, interest in these medications has skyrocketed! Along with the excitement of these new medications as hybrid treatments with bariatric surgery, there are side effects and nutrition c...
#147 How to Find the Added Sugars in your Food
September 20, 2023 11:00 - 10 minutes - 5 MBOk, what do you think? How many teaspoons of sugar does the average soda contain? What’s your guess? Try 8-12 teaspoons of sugar per soda. Shocking isn’t it? Just for the heck of it, grab your sugar bowl and a teaspoon. Measure out 8-12 teaspoons. Can you believe that one average soda has that pile of sugar in it? I want to share with you how to find all the added sugars in your food. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You...
#146 What’s the Difference between a Distorted Body Image & Body Dysmorphic Disorder?
September 06, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 5 MBDo you worry and obsess about how you look? Over something in your appearance that bugs you, but yet to others, is minor or not even noticed? Does it bother you so much that you can’t stop thinking about it? Maybe you feel so anxious about it, that you even avoid social situations. Bariatric psychologist Dr. Connie joins me to explain the difference between a distorted body image and body dysmorphic disorder. You don’t want to miss this episode. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin,...
#145 Amplify Your WLS Journey with Seven Mindfulness Strategies
August 23, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 5 MBWhat are you doing right now? Are you looking thru the cabinets for something to snack on? Are you really hungry or is food your response to today’s stress, sadness or boredom? Mindless eating can really get you off track. Instead, let’s amplify your bariatric surgery journey with doable mindfulness strategies. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with your purc...
#144: How to Save Time and Money Choosing Your Bariatric Surgeon
August 09, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes - 5 MBAre you considering bariatric surgery? It can be so confusing, right? And downright scary. How much will it cost you? Who’s the best surgeon for you? How do you know if the surgeon is any good? What about the right hospital or surgical center? What services should you look for? Bariatric dietitians Gayle and Isabel join me to share information to help you save time and money in your selection of the right surgeon and hospital or surgical center. Podcast Guests: Bariatric Dietitian Isabel ...
#143 7 Tips for Plant-Based Eating after WLS
July 26, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 5 MBBecky asked if I would do a podcast on plant-based eating after bariatric surgery with tips on how to get in enough protein. Is a plant-based lifestyle appropriate or even doable after weight loss surgery? Let’s talk about various plant-based options and some smart strategies that can make a plant-based lifestyle work. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with you...
#142 How to Stop Self Sabotage: Bariatric Mental Health Q & A
July 12, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 5 MBWhen I say the words ‘self-sabotage’, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Emotional or comfort eating? Maybe negative self talk? What about fear of failure or even fear of success? You know, those self defeating behaviors that we do to ourselves. Self-sabotage can wreck your weight loss journey after surgery. Bariatric psychologist, Dr. Connie, is here to help you recognize self-sabotage and also to teach you how to overcome it so you can have a successful transformation. Visit...
#141 Sugar Substitute Update: Are They Safe to Use with Bariatric Surgery?
June 28, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 5 MBWant to grab some attention? Just combine the word ‘toxic” or ‘deadly’ with the words sugar substitute and that will do it. Low calorie and no calorie sweeteners are so popular but on the flip side, social media posts and other media headlines have created fear and uncertainty about using them. Are they dangerous or even toxic? It’s confusing and hard to decipher what is sound factual science against what is low quality science or even pseudo science. Award-winning dietitian Neva Cochran is ...
#140: Do You Really Need to Follow the 30-30 Rule: Bariatric Nutrition Q & A
June 14, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 5 MBYou’ve have weight loss surgery and now you find out that you need to follow some 30-30 rule. Are you surprised? Are you thinking to yourself…what the heck is a 30-30 rule? Why do I need to follow it? And…what if I get something stuck in my throat while I’m eating? Do I follow it forever? Actually, this 30-30 rule can help make your transformation and journey an even greater success. Bariatric dietitians Gayle and Isabel join me to answer your questions and explain why it’s beneficial to fol...
#139 7 Foods to Increase Nitric Oxide and Help Improve Heart Health after WLS
May 31, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes - 5 MBDid you know that one of the players in heart health is called nitric oxide, sometimes referred to as N-O? The N-O level tends to increase after weight loss surgery. Did you notice I said increases? You might be wondering if that a bad thing as when your cholesterol number goes up. Actually, it’s the opposite, you want an increase in nitric oxide. Grab your phone or pen and I’ll share 7 foods that will help increase this nitric oxide level naturally. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vit...
#138 How to Deal with Guilt and Shame after Compulsive eating: Bariatric Mental Health Q & A
May 17, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes - 5 MBWhen was the last time you ate so much that you felt stuffed? Was it a big Thanksgiving meal or when you celebrated your best friend’s birthday with that ginormous cake and ice cream? Maybe after a bad day, you almost finished a half gallon of ice cream along with some cookies while watching TV. How did you feel afterward? Frustrated that you ate so much you made your stomach hurt or did you play the guilt and shame game? Overeating every once in a while is normal. However, in compulsive eat...
#137 The Latest Bariatric Sports Nutrition for Your Workouts after WLS
May 03, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 5 MBAre you into working out and sports since your weight loss surgery? Wondering what to eat before and after your workouts, if you need more carbs, maybe calories too? Do you need a supplement for muscle gain? Bariatric sports dieititian Kim Tirapelle joins me to answer many of your questions and share the latest sports nutrition information. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and t...
#136 Are You Getting enough Calcium & Vitamin D: Bariatric Nutrition Q & A
April 19, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBDo you think you’re getting enough calcium and vitamin D since your surgery? How do you know? How much is enough? Bariatric dietitians Gayle and Isabel join me to make sense of it all, so you know what to do. Podcast Guests: Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RD Bariatric Coordinator UVA Health in Haymarket, Virginia Email: [email protected] Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Registered & Licensed Dietitian Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery Institute Orlando, FL Email: gay...
#135 Can Turmeric Help with Inflammation?
April 05, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes - 5 MBWhat condiments do you like on a hamburger? Did you say mustard? Do you buy the traditional bright yellow mustard? Guess what spice is in it? Turmeric. Does turmeric have anti-inflammatory benefits for your body? What about in a supplement? Is it worth spending your money or not? I want to give a shout out to Tracy who said: “I absolutely value the podcast. It's like a treasure chest of golden nuggets with so much information and tips.” Tracy, thank you. I love it …golden nuggets. The bes...
#134 How WLS Affects Relationships: Bariatric Mental Health Q & A
March 22, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 19 MBDo you feel like some of your relationships have changed since your weight loss surgery? And not necessarily for the better? Is this change in relationships common? Why does surgery affect these changes? Bariatric psychologist Dr. Connie joins me to explain why relationships change after surgery and how to handle these changes. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation...
#133 Bariatric-Friendly Foods that Fill You Up not Out
March 08, 2023 12:00 - 16 minutes - 12.9 MBDid you just have lunch? Are you still hungry? Have you noticed you’re hungry a lot lately and don’t feel satisfied? It’s true that some foods make you feel more full than others and this feeling of fullness is called satiety. How about some bariatric-friendly foods that will help you fill up, but not fill you out? Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with your pu...
#132 15 Bariatric-Friendly Carbs: Bariatric Nutrition Q & A
February 22, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 29.9 MBDo you have concern, maybe even fear about eating carbs after bariatric surgery? You don’t want to regain weight from all of your hard work. Grab your digital note pad. You’ll want to add these 15 tasty bariatric-friendly carbs to your meals. Podcast Guests: Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RD Bariatric Coordinator UVA Health in Haymarket, Virginia Email: [email protected] Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Registered & Licensed Dietitian Weight Loss and Bariatric Surgery ...
#131 Does Weight Loss Surgery Help with Fatty Liver?
February 08, 2023 12:00 - 11 minutes - 9.29 MBWhat the heck is a fatty liver? Were you told you have a fatty liver before your weight loss surgery? What does this mean? Is it something that you should be concerned about? Does the surgery improve it? What about your diet? Does what you eat now and down the track affect fatty liver? Let’s get right to it and talk about how your surgery and your diet can affect a fatty liver. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can sh...
#130 7 Things to Know about Wegovy & Ozempic for Weight Loss after WLS
January 25, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutes - 10.3 MBIs your weight regain since bariatric surgery more than you hoped it would be? Has your appetite significantly increased? Cravings too? Have friends mentioned or have you read that you might need a weight loss medication? How do you know if that’s a smart move for you? Let’s talk about seven things you should know about Wegovy and Ozempic for weight loss after weight loss surgery. I want you to be prepared so if you do decide to ask about it, you can have a knowledgeable discussion with you...
#129 How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome: Bariatric Mental Health Q & A
January 18, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes - 16.4 MBSomeone in my Facebook group posted: " have imposter Syndrome with my weight loss accomplishments and I just feel like I don’t belong. Kind of like this isn’t real, and I don’t deserve it and that all this was just beginners luck." Do you feel this way too? Bariatric psychologist Dr. Connie joins me on the podcast to help you deal with imposter syndrome. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope...
#128 How Big is Your But?
January 11, 2023 12:00 - 10 minutes - 8.03 MBDo you have dreams and goals for your weight loss surgery transformation? Does your ‘but’ get in the way of your success? Not your ‘b-u-t-t’ butt or tooshie. I’m talking about the ‘b-u-t’ but that keeps you stuck in your rut and prevents you from moving ahead and reaching your transformation goals. Let’s have a mental boot camp and talk about how to deal with the ‘but’. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the ...
#126 New Year, Same You: 3 Steps to Set Your Intention
January 04, 2023 12:00 - 9 minutes - 7.38 MBI read a quote by Edith Lovejoy Pierce that said: “We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year’s Day.” Did you wake up thinking… new year, same me? It’s time to set your intention for 2023 with these three steps. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with y...
#127 Can You Really Eat Carbs: Bariatric Nutrition Q & A
December 28, 2022 12:00 - 37 minutes - 30.3 MBCan you really eat carbs? I see a lot of chatter about carbohydrate in my Facebook group. Some people think carbs are bad and try to never eat them, others fear carbs and still others love carbs… especially the less healthy ones. Are you confused and don’t know what to believe about carbs? Every friend tells you something different? To make it more confusing, some post surgery medical teams advise very little carbohydrate in the diet while others caution their patients not to cut carbs too l...
#125 5 Bariatric-Friendly Holiday Nutrition Tips
December 14, 2022 12:00 - 11 minutes - 9.29 MBOn your coworkers desk, tonight at your neighborhood party, tomorrow at the kid’s school, this weekend at your friend’s annual get-together…holiday foods and treats are everywhere you turn. Does all this food make you nervous, heck even anxious? What do you eat without kicking in your cravings or imploding your nutrition plan that’s working so well for you? Food is meant to nourish you and to be enjoyed, not to totally stress you out. I have five nutrition tips to help you destress about the...
#124 How to Stop That ‘Fat Brain’ Feeling: Bariatric Mental Health Q & A
December 07, 2022 12:00 - 18 minutes - 15 MBWayne told me that he use to have a disconnect between what he saw in the mirror and what he knew to be true from his scale and clothes. This disconnect is referred to in my Facebook group as ‘fat brain’. Do you feel it too? Your scales clearly show you have lost a lot of weight and you have changed clothing sizes BUT when you look in the mirror you still see your previous, heavier self. Wayne has worked thru this disconnect and today, we’re going to as well. Guest: Connie Stapleton, PhD ...
#123 How to Successfully Navigate the Holiday Food-a-Palooza after WLS
November 30, 2022 12:00 - 9 minutes - 7.22 MBThe holiday season is in full swing. I’m curious. Does your schedule get more hectic or do you work hard to slow down and savor the season? As much as we want to slow down, I bet you’re saying…"are you kidding me, the stress of the holidays seems to rachet up my life everyday. And food is everywhere." I hear you. Amidst all the hustle and bustle, you CAN successfully navigate the holiday food scene and stay on your journey. Let’s talk about your plan. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vi...
#122 Should You Use Sugar Substitutes after Weight Loss Surgery?
November 16, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 24.4 MBHave you heard that sugar substitutes can increase your cravings and maybe cause you to regain the weight you’ve lost? Or, maybe you’ve heard that these no and low calorie sweeteners might cause diabetes? Is this information true and even accurate? Don’t go anywhere as award-winning dietitian Neva Cochran joins me on the Bariatric Surgery Success podcast to answer your questions and address your concerns. Guest: Neva Cochran, MS, RDN, LD, FAND Twitter: @NevaRDLD Instagram: @nevardld F...
#121 Fast Forward: Life Two Years after Bariatric Surgery
November 09, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 23.5 MBHave you wondered what life will look like two or more years down the road from your bariatric surgery? Maybe you’re there now, and wonder if others at the two year mark deal with the same things you do. Rob joins me on the Bariatric Surgery Success podcast to share what life is like two plus years down the track and what he faced along the way. It’s very insightful. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the mes...
#120 Feeling Less Restriction after WLS? Bariatric Nutrition Q & A
November 02, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 26.8 MBAre you feeling LESS restriction after weight loss surgery than you think you should feel? Does it vary with exercise and how hard you work out? Is this a big deal? Is it the surgery, your diet, what is it? Let’s talk about this feeling of LESS restriction. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with your purchase from NewHopeGirls.com Use code TRANSFORM15 to save 1...
#119 Fish: A Multivitamin for Your Brain after WLS
October 26, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.48 MBFeeling a little down, maybe even depressed since your bariatric surgery? Did you know that depression and anxiety are the most common mental health conditions in the world? What you choose to eat is more important than ever after surgery if you’re dealing with these feelings. Why? Because certain foods, like fish, can help. Let’s talk about fish as a brain multivitamin for mental health. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% ...
#118 Negative Self Talk: Bariatric Mental Health Q & A
October 19, 2022 11:00 - 17 minutes - 14.1 MBOk, be honest with me. Do you talk to yourself? Do you say negative things to yourself, aka, negative self talk? Do you remember when and why you started talking negatively to yourself? Doesn’t make you feel so good, does it? Psychologist Dr. Connie Stapleton joins me today to help you get a better understanding of how negative self talk gets started and key steps you can take now to stop it. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save ...
#117 Bariatric-Friendly Foods to Support Your Immune System after WLS
October 12, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes - 10.5 MBI just googled the word “immunity” and guess how many results popped up in 0.5 seconds? 1 billion, 400 million! Think people are concerned about their immune system? Are you? Are there foods that can help keep your immune system healthy? Yes, there are. I have a list to share that you can add into your diet. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with your purchase ...
#116 Seven Bariatric-Friendly Foods that Lower Cholesterol
September 28, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 10.3 MBDid you know? Your total cholesterol level and your triglyceride level may both improve, that is decrease, within six months of bariatric surgery. Can eating certain foods also help that cholesterol level lower? Yes they can. I have seven bariatric-friendly foods to share that you will want to add to your diet. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with your purcha...
#115 Slow Weight Loss: Bariatric Nutrition Q & A
September 21, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 23.4 MBBecky said that her weight is coming off very slowly since her bariatric surgery. It’s hard for her not to get frustrated seeing the massive weight loss that others are experiencing. Do you feel just like Becky? What is it with slow weight loss? Don’t go anywhere and let’s talk about slow losers after surgery. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% Becky requested that we cover slow losers after surgery. She’s not alone. Slow ...
#114 5 Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep after Bariatric Surgery
September 14, 2022 11:00 - 10 minutes - 8.16 MBDo you sleep well? How many hours a night do you average? Five or less? Seven or more? Can getting the sleep your body craves keep you from feeling hungry? Could a good night’s sleep even affect your weight or and that dreaded weight regain after surgery? I have five benefits of a good night’s sleep to share that you don’t want to miss. You’re going to like them. By the way, if you’re searching for a private facebook group where you can ask questions and talk about what’s on your mind, come...
#113 Beyond the Scale: Wayne Shares his Victories with Bariatric Surgery
September 07, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 18.8 MB#113 Beyond the Scale: Wayne Shares his victories with Bariatric Surgery What was your relationship with the scale before you had bariatric surgery? Has it changed since surgery or does it still make you feel anxious? Wayne, a member of my private Facebook group, steps up to openly share his story with the scale and his victories after surgery. You don’t want to miss it. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% Guest Wayne Dav...
#112 Bariatric Mental Health Q & A #11: Your Questions Answered
August 31, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 15.3 MBHave you ever been shamed because of your weight? How did it make you feel? Hurt, sad, angry, isolated? Maybe it made you feel you are unworthy of being loved. Shame can make it hard for you to have relationships with others and can lead to destructive behaviors. How can you deal with these feelings of shame? Psychologist Dr. Connie Stapleton and Caitlyn Scaggs join me today to help you get a better understanding of these feelings and to share proactive answers. Visit Procarenow.com for all...