Real information, no fluff. Barry has been through it too and he is here to guide you every step of the way.
Learn the hospital bag essentials for bariatric surgery to prepare for your stay. Pack smart with Barry’s advice.
6 min read → Before surgeryA 4-week pre-op nutrition plan to prepare your body and mind before bariatric surgery. Includes practical tips for…
7 min read → Before surgeryThe duodenal switch is a complex bariatric procedure. Learn how it works, what to expect, and why it…
6 min read → Before surgeryI remember standing in my surgeon’s office, staring at an information leaflet with two options on it. Gastric…
6 min read →Still one of my go-to breakfasts even now. Soft, quick, and a proper protein start to the day.
8 mins → Soft Foods StageSimple, quick, and one of my favourite lazy weekend breakfasts even now.
9 mins → Puree StageLean turkey and sweet potato make a gentle, mildly sweet combination that goes down easily and keeps you…
35 mins → Soft Foods StageThese bake down beautifully soft, and the ricotta filling keeps everything moist.
50 mins →Nausea and vomiting are common in early recovery. Learn practical ways to manage them and feel better.
7 min read → Early recoveryLearn how to achieve portion size mastery after bariatric surgery with practical tips and real-life examples. Regain control…
8 min read → Early recoveryBariatric vitamins are essential for your recovery. Learn why they matter and how to take them properly.
6 min read → Early recoveryNavigate post-surgery recovery in the first 72 hours with practical insights and honest advice. Learn what to expect…
6 min read →Warming, mild, and a good source of plant protein once you're ready to branch out a little from…
20 mins → Soft Foods StageA gentle plant-based option that still holds its own on the protein front.
16 mins → Soft Foods StageThis is one of those recipes that just falls apart on the fork. Proper comfort food that's still…
250 mins → Soft Foods StageAll the comfort of a Sunday classic, just in a smaller, softer, more manageable form.
50 mins →Bariatric surgery can lead to transfer addiction in areas like alcohol, shopping or gambling. Learn how to spot…
7 min read → Long-term lifeHair loss after surgery catches you completely off guard. You hear it mentioned in appointments, but it doesn’t…
6 min read → Long-term lifeA food tracker feels like a small thing at first. You open an app, type in what you…
5 min read → Long-term lifeThe gastric stall catches people completely off guard. You’re losing weight fast, the scale is moving almost every…
6 min read →Quick, colourful, and a good one for busy evenings when you still want something proper.
20 mins → Normal Eating StageBig batch, freezer-friendly, and full of flavour. One of my most-cooked recipes since surgery.
45 mins → Normal Eating StageA lovely balanced plate that feels a bit special without being complicated to put together.
30 mins → Normal Eating StageA proper bowlful that's easy to portion and even easier to reheat when you need something quick.
40 mins →People say the wrong thing all the time. Usually with the best intentions in the world. If someone…
4 min read → Supporting someoneIf you share a home with someone who’s had bariatric surgery, mealtimes have changed. Whether you do most…
5 min read → Supporting someoneIf someone’s asked you to come with them to a bariatric appointment, that’s not a small thing. They’re…
5 min read →A proper bowlful that's easy to portion and even easier to reheat when you need something quick.
40 mins → Normal Eating StageThese look impressive but they're properly simple to put together, and they reheat well too.
50 mins → Soft Foods StageAll the comfort of a Sunday classic, just in a smaller, softer, more manageable form.
50 mins → Soft Foods StageThis is one of those recipes that just falls apart on the fork. Proper comfort food that's still…
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