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 protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with your purchase from NewHopeGirls.com Use code TRANSFORM to save 15% *** FREEBIE FOR YOU: sheet pan dinners  Rate ..read more

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 share helpful insight for your journey. Podcast Guests:  Chaundra Evans RD, LDN www.BeBariEDucated.com Kelly Broadwater, LPA, LCMHC, CEDS-S www.BeBariEDucated.com BariEducated on Facebook Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitami ..read more

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 are…Gayle, Isabel and I have the answers about nutritional yeast also known as nooch. Podcast Guests:  Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RD Bariatric Coordinator UVA Health in Haymarket, Virginia Email: ggw5ud@uvahealth.org  Gayle ..read more

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 highlighted.  Oh how we love our carbs! But after weight loss surgery, watching how much carb you eat is important in your successful journey. Can you cut carbs in baked goods and snacks that you buy or make without losing flavor? Yes, you can ..read more

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 frequently used accountability tools and the reasons for resistance. Podcast Guest:  Connie Stapleton, Ph.D. Website: http://www.conniestapletonphd.com BariAftercare: The Podcast; available on phone podcast apps, Apple podcasts and most other p ..read more

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. We’re picking some of the worse offenders and setting the story straight so you can make smart decisions. Podcast Guest:  Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RD Bariatric Coordinator UVA Health in Haymarket, Virginia Email: ggw5ud@uvahealt ..read more

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. Let’s use the word ‘immerse' an a mnemonic to look at seven powerful strategies you can put into place for a successful bariatric lifestyle. Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to sa ..read more

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 psychologist Dr. Connie and I are going to help you do just that. Dr. Connie joins me to help you immerse yourself into the new year…where you truly walk the walk and don’t just talk about it.  Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vi ..read more

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 or have a binge night and listen to a bunch of them.  Visit Procarenow.com for all of your vitamin, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save 10% You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with your purch ..read more

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 better. Podcast Guests:  Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RD Bariatric Coordinator UVA Health in Haymarket, Virginia Email: ggw5ud@uvahealth.org  Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN Registered & Licensed Dietitian Weight Los ..read more