Gluten Free Weigh In

This week I speak with Tamie and Carla. Tamie is in the final couple of weeks of preparation for a half marathon. Although she ran the event last year, she feels nervous about her preparation and expectations. Carla and I speak about the many myths surrounding intermittent fasting and how it's possible to make the lifestyle very individual. Carla talks about what works for her and the pitfalls she...

This week I speak with Aaron, as he progresses from soft food to some normal food after his bariatric surgery.  We discuss why some foods taste different and possible reasons for his stomach disliking anything warmer than room temperature foods.  Aaron experiments with new foods - some go well, some don't.  In all, Aaron feels like his methods of eating aren't natural, but he's loving the results...

This week I speak with Tamie and Carla.  Tamie and I tackle the problem of eating when you're bored.  We realize everyone does it, but maybe there are some strategies to help you avoid it, or at least make the snacking healthier.  Carla examines how she closes her eating window.  Is there a right and a wrong way to make the choice on your last food for the day?  Everyone will have a different answ...

This week I speak with Aaron. It's about a month after his bariatric surgery and he's feeling pretty good, except for the times he pushes himself too far and then pays the price.  Aaron learns the real value of hydration and what happens when you don't pay close attention. We learn more than you might want to know about straws and if all straws are gluten free. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podc...

This week I speak with Tamie and Carla.  Tamie and I talk about what the maintenance program with Weight Watchers.  What it looks like for Tamie and how it works with her lifestyle.  I also talk with Carla about the importance of protein, especially with a time restricted lifestyle.  I've struggled on many occasions to get what I thought was enough protein.  Carla has some thoughts and good tips t...

This week's discussion with Aaron is the first time I'm speaking with him after his surgery.  We find out that things don't always go as planned.  We also learn that although plans for eating and activity after surgery are quite strict, everyone is different and expectations have to be managed.  Aaron shares some challenges he didn't expect, and some decisions he didn't expect to have to make. Sue...

This week I speak with Tamie and Carla, who have both been away on very different summer holidays.  Tamie went camping with family and friends and tried to keep her eating reasonable, along with regular exercise.  Carla was at a cottage and had to prepare to use the kitchen equipment available to her.  She told us of her need to relax, both her body and her mind, as well as somewhat relaxing her s...

This week, I speak to Aaron for the last time, before his surgery.  During his time on a liquid diet he's had some not so fun times, but on the other hand, he had a great personal experience while camping with his family - something that was was meaningful for him.  Also, he shares his thoughts on the surgery and the time he'll spend in hospital.  He has a plan for eating after he gets back home a...

This week I speak with Tamie and Carla.  Tamie loves fruit, whereas I have trouble adding fruit to my weight watchers plan.  For her, eating fruit is natural, for me it's a struggle to choose fruit.  Carla and I have a discussion about sweeteners and how they fit into an intermittent fasting plan.  I reference an article which looks at how sweeteners fit into fasting, depending on the purpose for...

Aaron has been waiting through covid to be scheduled for gastric sleeve surgery to help him lose the big amount of weight he needs to lose.  He's told me he's got some big news, so listen in as we both hear what Aaron's life if like these days. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Email – GlutenFreeWeighIn@gmail.com Celiac Kid...

This week I speak with Tamie and Carla. Tamie and I look at why it's so difficult for most of us to incorporate more vegetables into our diets. Tamie gives us some tips on how she has learned to do it. Carla chats about taking short trips in the car and how she copes while intermittent fasting. As well, she recently came back from a girls' weekend and how both gluten free and IF did or didn't fit...

This week I speak with Aaron about the concept of food as an addiction. Aaron has studied addiction and in his work, how to overcome an addiction is part of what he does. Aaron gives us some motivating tips to help us change our behaviour, once we see where our healthy and sometimes unhealthy need for food dictates how we live our lives. We also chat about the importance of community. We know comm...

This week I chat with Tamie and Carla.  Tamie gives some great tips on measuring portions according to Weight Watchers.  We talk about measuring food by weight and also teaspoons etc, and how the metric system works for some.  As well we explore how portion sizes on a package don't mean what they should.  Carla lets us in on the stash of food she keeps with her in case she needs to open her eating...

This week I speak with Aaron. We talk about the changes he can expect in his body after surgery - yes, weight loss, but how does that actually look on your body.  The topic of extra skin comes up, and Aaron gives his thoughts.  Also, I tell him that I believe it's important to document the weigh loss journey in photos. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com In...

This week I chat with Tamie and Carla. Tamie and I share tips for reducing your food intake to stay within your WW points. Carla tackles the tricky subject of getting your proper nutrition in a limited eating window. As well, we talk about the unique nutritional challenges of eating a gluten free diet. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @gluten...

This week Aaron and I explore what his motivation was that lead to the decision to commit to bariatric surgery. My situation was very different. As well, I find out that men and women have more in common than I realized.  Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Email – GlutenFreeWeighIn@gmail.com Celiac Kid Stuff – https://www.cel...

This week I speak with both Tamie and Carla. I talk with Tamie about starting Weight Watchers and the onboarding process, as well as how the points program changes your behaviour. Carla and I chat about what to expect when beginning intermittent fasting. Your body does send you messages, and some, as Carla explains are best ignored to get on with the process of fasting. Sue's Websites and Social M...

This week I speak with Aaron as he awaits the call to begin his liquid diet prior to bariatric surgery. Aaron has an interesting story that many can relate to about almost being glutened, again. We go on to chat about what to expect in the first month after surgery. You may not care, but there are differences between baby spoons and measuring spoons. Sue's Websites and Social Media Ep Podcast http...

This week I speak with Tamie and Carla. Tamie and I talk about what happens when you sign up to weight watchers. The questions they ask and the surprising answered I received.  We missed speaking with Carla a couple of weeks ago, but she's back on this episode. We chat about the many variations people do as Intermittent Fasting.  Although there are some rules that make the effort actually fasting,...

This week I speak with Aaron about the month before bariatric surgery. There is a strict regime Aaron must follow prior to surgery that sets him up for successful weight loss. Liquid is the key. Also, the ideas behind a last supper. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Email – GlutenFreeWeighIn@gmail.com Celiac Kid Stuff – http...

On this week's episode I speak with Tamie. Carla wasn't able to be with us, and hopefully we'll be able to catch up with her soon. I have a secret I share with Tamie. We go on to speak about how Weight Watchers and the WW app has Tamie recording her progress of food, water intake, exercise and most of all weight. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagra...

This week I chat with Aaron about what to expect his life to be like after he recovers from bariatric surgery. It's fine to say your stomach is smaller so you eat less, but we take a deep dive into what that means in your daily life. We talk about meal repetition, sharing a dinner order and the wonders of popcorn. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagr...

This week I chat with Tamie and Carla.  Tamie and I look at how exercise effects the points program with Weight Watchers.  Carla and I talk about a few things, but we settle on strategies for using intermittent fasting while on holiday and at all-inclusive resorts. You might be surprised where "No One Even Cares" applies to both conversations. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://gluten...

This week I talk with Aaron as he reflects on his recent glutening.  We also talk about the exhaustive questions asked of Aaron to determine his mental outlook.  As well, the reality of family and marital shifts after survery are explored.  Next time, I'll talk to Aaron about what to expect in his day to day life after surgery. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libs...

This week I chat with both Tamie and Carla.  Tamie and I look at some of the strategies she uses when going on short holidays to stay within her points.  Carla admits to being sloppy over the past couple of months and is now tightening up her intermittent fasting regime. Sue's Websites and Social Media Podcast https://glutenfreeweighin.libsyn.com Instagram - @glutenfreeweighin Email – GlutenFreeWe...