Reverse the Post-Op Regain

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Weight loss surgery can make it difficult to include those foods that we know are beneficial for our health. In today's episode, I go through what inflammatory foods are, why they are helpful to the body, and how you can incorporate them after the surgery. REFERENCES: Harvard Health 2021, Foods that fight inflammation, https://www.health.harvard.e...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Weight regain after bariatric surgery can be a tough journey, filled with unique challenges. So, if you're feeling alone or struggling, know that you're not the only one.  Social media support groups and communities have become a lifeline for many on this journey. They offer a sense of understanding and empathy that may be lacking in our imme...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Do you find yourself doing all the old habits you used to do?  Do you feel unworthy of having success after bariatric surgery?  Do you find yourself eating foods for no purpose and it being something you used to do?  You might be self sabotaging your success.  This episode is a bit of tough love and how to recognise if you are indeed, sabotaging your o...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! I often get the question, did my surgeon do the surgery right?  Why don’t I feel full? Sometimes it has to do with the composition of the diet, as many don’t feel full on the fluid phase. However, at various time in your WLS journey, you might notice varying levels of restriction/fullness. I'm here to explain with you that there are many reasons a...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Weight loss surgery is a transformative journey, and while it can bring many positive changes to your life, it can also lead to a habit of comparing yourself to others.   Comparing ourselves to others is a natural human tendency but it can bring harm.  Today, on Reverse the Post-Op Regain, we'll explore the reasons behind this tendency and share p...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Reinventing the Holiday Food - What to do with the leftovers? Replay from 2022!    So, Christmas and our big family gatherings might be done and dusted for another year. So, what do you do with the leftovers?  In this episode we will discuss some ideas on transforming those leftovers into new dishes you’d actually enjoy.  This episode is short and swee...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Christmas and several religious holidays at this time of year are about food, drink, celebration and enjoying each others company. It is also a tricky time for many where you might previously have some altercations, trauma or unique challenges with family events.  Today I will go through how to eat confidently on Christmas day by focusing on simple str...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! You're still human after weight loss surgery. Your taste buds and appetite still want some sweet and savoury snacks. I have complied a small recipe book, that encompasses these snacks here for you - download the recipes here. Below you'll find the list of the snacks I refer to in the episode: Savoury Snacks: Egg muffins with processed smoked...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Vitamin B6 is a water soluble vitamin that was thought not to build up in the body.  Clearly, it can. In recent years, more B6 toxicity has been reported and become problematic for many people. There are severe side effects.  In this episode, I go through what to look out for, how to diagnose and treatment. It is important to test, not to guess, so if...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Have you had the foamies? If you said yes, you probably know what I’m talking about. If you don’t know what the foamies are, it is the term described by the weight loss surgery or bariatric community of this thick mucus or saliva that comes up during or after meals. In this episode, I'll go through the causes of the foamies and strategies to minim...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Pregnancy can throw a spanner in the works for anyone, however especially after weight loss surgery. It is important to know from the get go, that you can have a healthy baby after a pregnancy post- weight loss surgery.  In today's episode, I go through aspects and things to consider if you're planning a pregnancy after weight loss surgery. T...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! It is almost summer here in Australia which means it can be very challenging to meet those fluid goals. Between the kids finishing school, work and the many commitemnts that come at the holiday season, getting enough fluid can be a challenge.  In today's episode, I go through some great strategies to ensure you're hydrated and limiting the ri...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Nutrition after weight loss surgery can be overwhelming and confusing.  In today's episode I go through the use of the bariatric plate (this episode is not affliated but resources and be shown here for ease):  Great Ideas In Nutrition Bariatric Plate (buy porcelian if you intend to use in the microwave).  The use of the plate can make it easy to f...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! A common longer time symptom or condition after weight loss surgery is reactive hypoglycaemia or post-prandial hypoglycaemia. It is different to diabetes in any form, but can happen due to the altered release of hormones after weight loss surgery.   Reactive hypoglycaemia is where the body releases too much of the hormone insulin after bariatric surger...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Knowing when you're hungry and when you're full is new and different after weight loss surgery. Those symptoms you used to get to know when to eat or when to stop are different post-op. It takes time to learn these symptoms. In today's episode, I break down what to look out for when you are hungry and when you are full. I have a resource...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! In today's episode I go through five aspects of your diet and lifestyle that might not be working to your advantage. I go through how to identify these traps that you might fall into, and how to work through those common pitfalls I see people make when they are trying to reduce their weight. I reference my colleague Johann Erasmus in this episode....

Let me know what you thought of this episode! In this episode of Reverse the Post-Op Regain Podcast, I share invaluable insights on how to steer clear of common pitfalls after undergoing weight loss surgery. Whether you're in the early stages of recovery or years post-op, these practical tips are designed to help you navigate your nutrition journey with confidence.  Helpful Info: Self Paced S...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Today on Reverse the Post Op Regain, I'm discussing three simple and practical strategies that you can use to minimise the effects mindless eating has on you after weight loss surgery. You could wake up with the best intentions and have all the food available, but one thing happens during the day and you're in the cookie jar. We've all b...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! In this podcast episode, we delve into the question that often plagues individuals who have undergone weight loss surgery: "Have I stretched my stomach after WLS (Weight Loss Surgery)?"  Whether you've had a gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, or any other metabolic procedure, this concern is a common one.  Suraya guides us through the intri...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Calorie counting can be a tedious task. Often you may have done this when you have dated in the past and found little to no success. There are many applications out there to help you - my favourites are Easy Diet Diary and Bariatastic.  In this episode I go through: What calorie counting is  Pros/Cons of Calorie Counting  Who best is suited to calorie...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! In this episode I go through five key reasons that small group coaching can help you propel your results in reversing weight regain. I go through the aspects of support, accountability, access to a health professional, and the community that you do receive when you join a small group coaching program. I invite you if you're interested to my six we...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! The final stage before moving onto normal foods again, is the soft foods. It's a great time to continue to establish those new eating behaviour habits, eating regular meals and as always - getting adequate protein and fluids.  It is also a time for a chance to get back to old habits. Try to do your best to reduce this risk by capitalising on your...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! The Puree stage of the post-operative recovery after a weight loss surgery is most commonly the hardest. The texture alone is enough to turn you off eating food, but I have some strategies to help.  The post-op stages are often mind over matter with a huge goal of healing the staple line for a complication free recovery.  Remember these podcasts are no...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! This episode is for you if you've just had surgery. Usually I focus on weight regain, however developing content for everyone at any stage, whilst focusing your mindset on ensuring you look after you and you heal well - will support you in any stage post-op.  I go through some tips and tricks on how to maximise healing in the first two weeks after...

Let me know what you thought of this episode! Today, we are doing a four or five part mini-series going through how to manage the pre-operative VLCD Diet - then we will go through the fluid, puree, soft then creating ongoing success after WLS.  If you or someone you know is having surgery soon, please share this episode with them as it may help them go through the fortnight of VLCD shakes/soups/ba...