Best Maxx Mitchell Podcasts (2025)

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Master These Mind Skills to Keep Weight Off 25:19

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Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Stressed? 6 Easy Sheet Pan Dinners to the Rescue Between work and errands, the last thi…

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Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow? The Truth About Post-Bariatric Hair Loss 10:43

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Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Rate, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts: "I love Dr. Susan and Bariatric Surgery Succes…

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The Microbiome Makeover: Simple Foods, Big Gut Benefits 17:21

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Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Podcast Guests: Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Registered & Licensed Dietitian …

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8 Everyday Foods that Tame Inflammation 15:02

2M ago15:02

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Think of inflammation like a slow burn inside your body—draining your energy, stalling weight loss, and making recovery harder. The good news? You can help put out that fire with what’s on your plate. I’ll share 8 everyday foods that act like a fire extinguisher for inflammation. And you don’t need to overhaul your diet—just small swaps that make a…

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The Cold Brew Cholesterol Connection 8:32

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Cold brew coffee may be smooth, trendy, and easy on the stomach — but is it secretly driving up your cholesterol? In today’s episode, I’ll break down the science behind cold brew, how it differs from hot coffee, and why, if you’ve had bariatric surgery or use GLP-1s, you should pay attention to this heart-health connection. Before you pour your nex…

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Your Gut Called. It Wants You to Fiber Maxx 9:45

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Your gut called. And it’s wants you to fiber maxx. Say what? Your gut’s trying to send you a message and no, it’s not just gas. What is fiber maxxing and should you do this after bariatric surgery or while taking a GLP-1? Is there a smart way to fiber maxx? I’ll walk you through how to use fiber strategically—not a random overload—so you can feel f…

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Boost or Bust: Is Creatine Right After Bariatric Surgery or GLP-1s? 21:33

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You’ve dropped the weight—but now you’re wondering how to keep your strength, stamina, and muscle. Is creatine the missing puzzle piece? Or just another supplement trend? Is it safe? Is it worth it? Can it help maintain your strength—or is it a no-go with your current plan? Let’s cut thru the noise with real science. Resources: Need resources to he…

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Is Allulose the Bariatric-Friendly Sugar Swap? 8:07

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Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Rate, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts: "I love Dr. Susan and Bariatric Surgery Succes…

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Why the ‘Tiffany Plate’ Fails You after Bariatric Surgery 17:43

4M ago17:43

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Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Podcast Guests: Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Registered & Licensed Dietitian Weight Loss…

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Why You’re Getting Foamies after Bariatric Surgery and How to Make Them Stop 13:32

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Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Podcast Guests: Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Registered & Licensed Dietitian Weight Loss…

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Is Poor Sleep Making You Sick and Stuck? 12:02

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Are you doing everything right—eating well, moving more, maybe even taking GLP-1 meds after surgery—and still feel exhausted or stuck on the scale? Here’s a truth bomb: if your sleep is off, your immune system weakens, your hunger hormones can be affected, and your weight loss can stall. Before you roll your eyes and think, “I know, I know—I should…

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EP 189 Post-Op and Proactive: Building Support Beyond Bariatric Surgery 29:25

6M ago29:25

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Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Podcast Guests: Guest: Aaron J. Goodman Attorney Email: [email protected] Linked…

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EP 188 The Dangerous Potholes Waiting After Your 'Successful' Weight Loss Surgery 24:02

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Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with our food-mood guide, meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Podcast Guests: Aaron J. Goodman Attorney Email: attorney_aaron@ya…

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EP 187 Nutrition & The Newer Kids on the Block: Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty & Bariatric Revision 28:17

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Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Podcast Guests: Catherine E Page MEd, RD, LDN Endoscopic Dietitian Email: [email protected]…

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EP 186 How Weight Loss Drugs and Bariatric Surgery Change Relationships 22:41

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AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. Freebie: Sheet Pan Dinners Podcast Guests: Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Website: http://www.…

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EP 185 The Vital 6: Essential Supplements Your Body Needs After Bariatric Surgery (Part 2) 10:07

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AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. Quoted: Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Registered & Licensed Dietitian Weight L…

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EP 184 The Vital 6: Essential Supplements Your Body Needs After Bariatric Surgery (Part 1) 12:10

8M ago12:10

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AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: BSS10 to save $ Resources: Need resources to help with your bariatric lifestyle? Check out our Bariatric Tools page with meal plans, recipes, GLP-1 guide, etc. Quoted: Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Registered & Licensed Dietitian Weight L…

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EP 183 6 Must-Have Nutrients if You Use GLP-1s 13:24

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Are you using or considering GLP-1s? Did you know that the right nutrition can help minimize some of those not-so-nice side effects including acid reflux, nausea, the big C…constipation and muscle mass loss. Want GLP-1 success without so many issues? These nutrition strategies can make all the difference. Find out 6 nutrients you need now. See full…

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EP 182 Bill is Such an Inspiration that His Bariatric Surgeon had Weight Loss Surgery Himself 26:04

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AD: Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save $ Podcast Guests: Bill Streetman [email protected] SimpleNotEasyBook.com Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplenoteasybook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bill.streetman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WL…

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EP 180 Radical doability after bariatric surgery: engage in R. E. S. T. 11:45

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Is today one of those days when you’re thinking to yourself…I’ve been working so hard since my bariatric surgery and I’m not where I want to be. It’s just not happening for me. I feel like I’m sliding backwards. I’m burned out. I hear you. At times, it does seem like there are so many ‘to-dos’ after surgery that you can feel overwhelmed. "You mean,…

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EP 181 Ditch the Drama: Here’s how to say NO to Food Pushers after Bariatric Surgery & GLP1s 25:11

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Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save $ Podcast Guests: Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Website: http://www.conniestapletonphd.com BariAftercare: The Podcast Mind Prep The Book: How To Prepare for Bariatric Surgery and Live as a Healthy Post-Op: Mind Prep: The Book BariAftercare D…

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EP 179 Built to Last: Preserving Muscle Through Bariatric Surgery and Weight Loss Meds 22:42

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Did you know that huge, rapid weight loss whether from bariatric surgery, weight loss meds or a hybrid of the two can result in a 20-25% loss of muscle mass? Did you catch that? 20-25% loss of muscle mass! Yes, they’re all the rage right now….weight loss medications also known as obesity meds and GLP-1 medications. As medical professionals, we tend…

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EP 178 Bariatric Holiday Balance: Sleep, Stress & Smart Eating 10:48

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Are you feeling some stress right now from all of the holiday events plus your own shopping and preparation? Need a long winter’s nap? Is your sleep being affected or are you just not getting enough of it right now? About how many hours of sleep a night do you average? Five or less? Seven or more? What do you think? Can getting the sleep your body …

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EP 177 Holiday FAQs: Your Bariatric Food Questions Solved 23:11

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I can almost hear you moan as you say to me, “how do I survive the holidays without weight regain? What can I eat? What about dessert? Can I drink a holiday cocktail? Can I have my favorite foods without kicking in cravings or imploding my nutrition plan?” Bariatric dietitian Gayle Smith joins me to answer all of your holiday questions so you have …

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EP 176 Beyond the Surgery: Smart Eating for Bariatric Success 18:20

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“I don’t want to regain weight. I’m not so sure that I want to go back to a regular diet either. What if my cravings come back?” I hear you and I hear this a lot. These questions are totally valid. How do you eat for long term success after bariatric surgery? Let’s go beyond the surgery and look at 7 smart-eating tips for bariatric success now and …

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EP 175 From Setback to Comeback: Mastering Control When Old Patterns Emerge After Weight Loss Surgery 20:32

1y ago20:32

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It’s not the before mindset, it’s the after surgery mindset a few years down the track when you fall back into those old habits.That’s the headspace no one talks about prior to surgery. Until now. You don’t want to miss this. Bariatric psychologist Dr. Connie Stapleton joins me to share what to do down the road when the wheels fall off. Whether its…

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EP 174 Small Sips & Bites: Your 6-8 Week Post-Bariatric Surgery Nutrition Guide 14:42

1y ago14:42

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This is an exciting time, isn’t it? You’ve had metabolic and bariatric surgery and your new transformation has begun. But who are we kidding? It can also be a time of confusion and uncertainty. What do you eat now? In the next few days? What about these first 6-8 weeks? It can be overwhelming but I’m here to help you. I have helpful tips and sugges…

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EP 173 Saving Your Strands: Post-Bariatric Surgery Nutrition for Hair Health 15:03

1y ago15:03

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"Should I take biotin for my hair loss?" "My hair’s falling out since my surgery. What can I do to stop it?" I’m asked both of these questions frequently in my Facebook group. Are you experiencing this too and have the same questions? What can you do about it? The right nutrition strategies are so important after your surgery. I’ll answer the bioti…

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EP 172 Test Kitchen Secrets: 5 tips for making bariatric-friendly food you will love 19:22

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What do you think about when you hear the term bariatric-friendly food? Boring, maybe tasteless? What is bariatric-friendly food anyway? Is it easy to prepare and yummy to eat? I want you to meet culinary dietitian Regina Ragone who has spent years creating delectable recipes for Family Circle Weight Watchers magazines. She has test kitchen secrets…

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EP 171 Is Alcohol after Bariatric Surgery Risky? 11:30

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Have you had alcohol since your surgery? Did you notice that you got tipsy from just a few sips? Were you thinking to yourself...hey, what’s going on here…I've only had a few sips and feel a buzz. That’s because alcohol absorbs way faster after metabolic and bariatric surgery especially if you had gastric bypass or a gastric sleeve. Is alcohol risk…

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EP 170 How Much Weight Will You Lose with Bariatric Surgery? 30:43

1y ago30:43

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“How much weight can I expect to lose after bariatric surgery?” This is probably the most common question that Gayle, Isabel and I are asked. How much will I lose the first month, at 3 and 6 months and then a year down the track? What IS realistic for you to expect? Are there factors that will affect your weight loss? Bariatric dietitians Gayle and…

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EP 169 Pre Surgery Nutrition Game Plan to Level Up Your Bariatric Surgery 12:04

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What if you could get a ‘leg up’ on your bariatric surgery? If you had a nutrition game plan to put into action before surgery to boost your chances of success even more. Bariatric surgery is a terrific tool to help you lose weight and so much more. The surgery can improve blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and metabolic dysfunction-associated…

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EP 168 Keto, No: Why It’s Not for Bariatric Surgery 14:12

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Go keto! It’s definitely your answer after bariatric surgery or so you’ve been told. But is the keto diet the way to go after bariatric surgery? Maybe the scale is starting to creep back up and you don’t like it at all. Go keto and lose that weight. But will a keto diet truly keep the weight off? And what about your muscle mass?Does a keto diet pro…

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EP 167: What to know about a Panniculectomy versus a Tummy Tuck after Bariatric Surgery 24:27

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Congratulations, you’ve worked hard on your journey and, lost a significant amount of weight. But now, you have this …hanging skin… sometimes called an apron… that may cover your thighs and genitals, and your back. You’ve been thinking about having it removed. Maybe a panniculectomy is right for you. A panni what? A panniculectomy is often done aft…

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EP 166 6 Nutrition Benefits of Bariatric-Friendly Leafy Greens 11:05

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Leafy greens feel so light and airy so you don’t necessarily think of them as being a nutrition powerhouse. But they are! Leafy greens make the who’s who list when it comes to nutrition. And they’re bariatric friendly. I'm sharing with you six nutrition benefits of leafy greens you’ll want to take advantage of now in your bariatric lifestyle. Visit…

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EP 165: 5 Ways to APPRECIATE the relationship with yourself after WLS 23:45

1+ y ago23:45

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What relationship do you think changes the most after bariatric surgery? This might surprise you! The relationship that may change the MOST is the one you have with yourself! Think about it. Your health is way more than just a number on the scales. It’s about your entire self including your mind, body and spirit. So even though you had bariatric su…

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EP 164: How to Choose the Best Protein Bars for Bariatric Surgery 27:35

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Protein bars. They’re so quick and easy. But are they just candy in disguise or can they be a bariatric-friendly choice? There are zillions of bars to choose from and they can be so confusing to decipher the labels. What’s a good choice? What’s just a candy bar in a trendy wrapper? Isabel, Gayle and I will tell you how to pick the best protein bars…

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EP 163 Beyond Caffeine: 5 Health Benefits of Coffee 10:39

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Don’t you just love a good cup of coffee? Plus the boost to your energy level and the way it helps fine-tune your focus. But, there’s more to coffee than just caffeine. You’re going to like the other health benefits too. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message …

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# 162 Can’t poop? Add these 7 foods to your diet 13:25

1+ y ago13:25

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Can’t poop? Feeling miserable, bloated? Trying to drink fluids but you still can’t go? You probably hear the word fiber almost as often as you do protein. You need action now, in more ways than one, right? Let’s get to the specific fiber foods that you can add to your diet to help you poop. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and …

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EP 161: Here’s what to know about binge-grazing and binge eating after WLS 29:43

1+ y ago29:43

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If 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 sh…

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#160: Is Nutritional Yeast OK to use after Weight Loss Surgery? 27:39

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Christine 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 …

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#159 5 Health Benefits of Bariatric-Friendly Almond Flour 9:55

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This 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…

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Why is accountability so hard after WLS? EP 158 17:49

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Why 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 f…

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#157 Five Year Focus: Mistakes that DeRail Your Bariatric Surgery Success 20:19

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Five 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 Maju…

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#156 Are You Kidding Me? Bariatric Tips that are Total Nonsense 30:16

2y ago30:16

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Not 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. …

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#155 7 Powerful Ways to IMMERSE Yourself in Your Bariatric Lifestyle 16:42

2y ago16:42

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There’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…

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#154 Shift from Talking to Walking-the-Walk after WLS 25:51

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Here 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…

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#153 Top 10 Bariatric Surgery Success Podcasts of 2023 9:51

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Can 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 o…

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#152: Conquering the Big C: Constipation after WLS 31:54

2y ago31:54

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Do 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 b…

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#151 Thrive thru Thanksgiving with These 5 Tips 15:26

2y ago15:26

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It’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 surv…