Let me know what you thought of this episode!This game-changer meal planning hack takes some of the pressure of always deciding what you and your family like to eat. We know that we make over 200 food decisions a day, so having some type of structure can be helpful. Listen to this week's episode of Reverse the Post-Op Regain to learn how you can make meal planning easier for you today. Let's chat: Work with me 1:1 by learning about my coaching: https://simpleandeasynutrition.com/...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!The Bariatric Portion Plate is an underrated tool to success after the surgery. I go through how to use the plate, why the plate is effective and how it can be a fantastic tool to ongoing weight management after bariatric surgery. This is not a sponsored podcast - I genuinely believe the plate can make your life easier in managing portions and nutrition post-op. Let's chat: Work with me 1:1 by learning about my coaching: https://s...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!In this episode of Reverse the Post-Op Regain, I go through some ways to cut costs on your grocery budget. You might have had surgery and thought the food bill would decrease, but with proper planning and understanding on where protein is found in foods, you can reduce your grocery budget. Keep a notepad handy because I go all over the place and did not structure this in a way that you can easily note it down. So to get full benefit, jot down ...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!If you've just had weight loss surgery, calorie counting can be extremely unhelpful. When someone is struggling with weight regain, yes it can be helpful, and I speak about that here. Calorie counting does not take into account your overall nutrient intake, your fluid intake, and can exacerbate your past history of yo-yo dieting. If this resonates with you, have a listen and consider tracking nutrients not calories. Let's chat: Work wi...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!This week I delve into some of the common myths and misconceptions I come across working as a bariatric dietitian. It's common to think that this is THE THING to stop me from gaining weight ever again and thinking that this is the change that will stop "all my bad habits". But on the contrary, it is important to realise that the body is CLEVER. It ends up working with the surgery, and if you don't work WITH it, then you may not achieve the res...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!In this episode, I go through how the process of weight loss surgery is undertaken in Australia. This may vary from clinic to clinic so please check with your preferred clinic. The costs vary depending on the surgeon and location so it's best to do your own research and find a clinic that suits your needs. This episode is more of a general overview to help you understand what to expect on the journey and how it all unfolds. Ask questions along...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!Your body changes completely after bariatric surgery. This also includes your blood sugar levels. In this episode, I go through how to effectively manage your blood sugar levels post-op. It can be challenging, particularly if you have diabetes or suffer from reactive or post-prandial hypoglycaemia. This episode can help you with food for thought on what to be concerned about in managing your blood sugar long-term after bariatric surgery.&...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!Bariatric surgery changes the anatomy of the gastrointestinal system and the absorption. This also affects how your body responds to nutrients long term. There is a significant risk of nutrient defciencies particularly as time goes on. You might feel well but aren't actually realising that it can take years for a deficiency to develop. I go through signs and symptoms to be aware of. Remember you need to take a bariatric multivitamin...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!Are you immediately or in your first year after bariatric surgery? In this time after weight loss or metabolic surgery, the habits and routines that you need to be mindful of don't seem so important as the weight falls off. This episode reminds you to not get complacent in your first year post-op. It's an exciting time but also a time to build strong healthy habits that will not only help the weight come off, but stay off long term. Let's...

Let me know what you thought of this episode!Ulcers after bariatric surgery are rare, but are you doing actions that might increase the risk? Today on Reverse the Post-Op Regain I give you an overview of lifestyle and some medical factors that may increase the risk of ulcers. I let you know the signs and symptoms to look out for but most importantly, please keep in contact with your surgery team. You can have ulcers years out after the surgery, as you can nutrient deficiencies and other ...