VSG Tea with Sammi and Bre

Continuing their conversation about life updates, it is Sammi’s turn to talk about her experiences, particularly with motherhood. Joined once again by Bre, she shares how her daughter was diagnosed with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy and how she takes care of her as a loving and supportive mother. Sammi also opens up about her latest pregnancy and how she approaches motherhood now that she has a daug...

After a long break, VSG is now back with all-new episodes! To bring everyone on the same page, Bre shares some major life updates from last year, particularly her breakup from a six-year-long relationship. Joined once again by Sammy, Bre opens up about her split with John, how they decided to share custody of their dog Penny, and how she found a new connection through online dating. She also talks...

We are so thrilled to be part of the Just Be You Bariatric Awards Show in Portland, OR, on Nov. 12 at the Aladdin theatre! We are not only nominated for Favorite Bariatric Podcast, but will also be presenting! Get your tickets soon! Hosting this exciting event are the folks behind our sister-from-another-mister podcast, Our Sleeved Life Podcast . In this special episode, we are joined by hosts Mel...

Sammi is pregnant! To celebrate this joyous occasion, she shares her pregnancy stories by answering a few questions from the listeners. Together with Bre, Sammi compares her current pregnancy to her first one when she was still 19. She explains the feeling of having a baby as a post-op, the major changes in her eating habits, the challenges of the first trimester, and how she approaches her weight...

Will I ever live a normal life again? Will I forever have to avoid all the pieces of rice grain in my life, even the baked potato in all its glory? If you have asked yourselves these questions after bariatric surgery, know that you are not alone! Sammi and Bre share their own experiences of coming to terms with the big lifestyle changes they made post-surgery and eventually finding themselves livi...

VSG Tea with Sammi and Bre is baaaack! Did you miss us? Then join in as Sammi and Bre give us updates on what’s been happening since the last episode. First off the list – Sammi’s engagement and wedding with Brock. Find out how that went and what Bre’s role had been throughout the whole thing. Plus, get some new updates on how Sammi and Bre are staying on top of their health. VSG Tea with Sammi an...

Have you experienced feeling down but a piece of chocolate or any dessert lightened you up? That’s a simple example of relying on food to ease an emotional feeling. Listen to Celebrity Nutritionist Karin Adoni as she shares her journey on starvation, binge eating, weight loss, and more. She discusses the importance of focusing on when to eat and how to eat. A lot of people have been suffering from...

Protein-based diets have been all the rave lately. But are these meat-centered meals beneficial in the long run? Proteinaholic  author Dr. Garth Davis ’ answer to this is NO. He believes that too much protein makes us sick, fat, and tired. In this episode, he joins Sammi and Bre to clarify and debunk these diet claims. Are you a Proteinaholic? Tune in as Dr. Garth Davis explains why this is detrim...

More and more, we see the stigma surrounding bariatric surgery get shaken as awareness of it increases. Sammi and Bre chat with a significant contributor to this change on today's episode,  Dr. Eric Smith  from TLC's  1000-Lb. Sisters!  Dr. Eric is a General and Bariatric Surgeon with  Georgetown Bariatrics and Advanced Surgical Associates . On the show, he counsels and works with the Slaton Siste...

We all hear about protein and pre-workouts as integral parts of keeping up with our health. But where’s the conversation about vitamins? The truth is, vitamins could either make or break your entire health journey. Vitamin deficiency is said to be one of the most common complications after bariatric surgery. These deficits greatly impact the patient’s quality of life, and may hinder them from achi...

Body privilege examines the economic, social, and political advantages you have based on your physical appearance. In this episode, Sammi and Bre spill the tea on the advantages of smaller-sized people. Indeed, it’s unacceptable to treat someone differently because of their size. But the reality is, people who don’t reach society’s beauty standards are often treated with less kindness. Join in the...

Beginnings could be hard, but you have to start taking action and learning something if you want to pursue that dream or career. Listen to this episode as Dana Lynn Kaye , the founder of Devotion Nutrition , shares how she began her professional journey. After her mom hurt her back, she did cardio exercises at the gym, and Dana watched and tried everything. She also discusses her food addiction, e...

What makes your life worth living? Join your hosts Sammi and Bre as they share their major life updates. Sammi shares her personal achievement in moving into a condo which is a dream come true for her. Being captain of his own ship as she says, but did she not realize that renovating a house or condo would be so much work. Living together with his partner Brock, they were stressed out specially on...

Don't fight against your own body all throughout your life. There are options you could consider to help you feel good about yourself and lead a fulfilling life. Sammi and Bre talk with  Sarah Gilbert  about her journey in weight loss and the struggles she has experienced throughout. Sarah had a weight problem and struggled with body image from a young age. In this episode, she shares how her life...

“We are more than just our weight loss story.” Such a powerful quote from Sammi and Bre’s guest today who will surely leave you inspired. After losing over 160 pounds, Desiree Mize, also known as Dez or @wokeuplikedez , began her career as a fulltime transformation coach. Her ultimate goal is to inspire others to live their best lives, never allowing themselves to be defined by a number on the sca...

Did you know that the food you eat can take your mental health to the next level? For instance, eating food rich in Vitamin D lowers your anxiety. Nutrition goes way beyond your physical health, after all! In this episode, Sammi and Bre introduce Taylor Arco , a personal development coach who knows how food affects your whole being. Join in the conversation and discover how good eating habits boos...

The weight loss journey in men is not as talked about as women's, but their story is just as important. In this episode, Sammi and Bree sit down with someone whose story has inspired the community.  John Arpino  shares how he lost more than half of his weight and what he's doing to maintain his shape. As a male in the bariatric and weight loss community, John shares the importance of having a grou...

If you are experiencing discomfort, you would sometimes wonder what’s wrong with you. It’s okay to make changes and learn how to take care of yourself more. After all, you are in charge of your life and your body. Join your hosts Sammi and Bre as they discuss the side effects of phentermine in their bodies and how they handle different situations. They emphasize the ultimate need for confidence in...

How should you manage your diet before and after an operation? Sammi and Bre's guest today is bariatric dietician  Sam Tambeaux . Sam shares how there are areas in your life where you need coaches to have accountability and support. So if you need help with your nutrition, it's best to have an expert help you figure out what works for you. Each person is valuable and unique. What works for others...

We can live and have a great life post-operation. Sammi and Bre's guest today is Kedric Barrett , who went from 461 pounds down to 218 after undergoing sleeve gastrectomy. Kedric is the Host of the Sleeved Believe: The Hype Podcast . In this episode, Kedric shares how keeping your weight under control takes hard work. But everything worthwhile requires work. So keep grinding! Join in the conversat...

Choosing to have weight loss surgery is not an easy decision to make. There's a lot of steps and things to consider before making that leap. In this episode, Sammi and Bre sit down with Jessica Beaudry  to discuss her weight loss surgery experience. From the moral support and encouragement from loved ones to getting her doctor's approval, Jessica gets into detail about what the process looks like...

You can do anything if you have the right support system. You need friends and family to help you through your surgery. In this episode, Sammi and Bre's guest is Natalie , who first underwent surgery at the age of 15. She had complications shortly after and had terrifying experiences in the emergency room. Today, Natalie has grown so much in overcoming her insecurities and loving her body for what...

If we want to undergo gastric sleeve or bypass surgeries to manage medical conditions, improve our eating habits, and love ourselves more, then go for it. Weight loss surgeries aren’t easy, but they could give us the results we would have always wanted. We should take care of ourselves better and remember that our eating habits and mental health are important. Join Sammi and Bre as they talk with...

You’re more than just a number. In this episode, Sammi and Bre give the phentermine update you’ve all been waiting for. They discuss how numbers on your weight mean absolutely nothing when it comes to your mental health. Would you rather be strung out, depressed, and seven pounds lower? Join in the conversation as Sammi and Bre both agree that they’d rather feel alive and happy! Tune in to hear mo...

Time flies by when you’re having fun, and that is just the case for us here at VSG Tea. In today’s episode, join the party as Sammi and Bre celebrate the show’s first anniversary! They look back on their journey, reminisce the early days with fun stories, and spill some tea behind the scenes on previous episodes. From Muppet jokes to almost getting canceled by the internet, join them on a laugh-fi...