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Dining out after bariatric surgery does not have to derail your goals. Discover practical eating out after surgery…
5 min read →Understanding your post-op lab schedule is essential. Find out what tests you need and when to schedule them…
4 min read →Calcium citrate is easier to absorb after bariatric surgery. This article explains why it matters and how to…
4 min read →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 →A little sweetness goes a long way in these early weeks. This one's cool, creamy, and a nice…
5 mins → Normal Eating StageA proper plate of food that doesn't feel like diet food at all. This is one I make…
35 mins → Soft Foods StageA gentle plant-based option that still holds its own on the protein front.
16 mins → Soft Foods StageThis one always feels like a proper meal, even though it's still nice and gentle on your stomach.
35 mins →Calcium citrate is easier to absorb after bariatric surgery. This article explains why it matters and how to…
· 4 min read → Early recoveryNausea 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 →A gentle plant-based option that still holds its own on the protein front.
16 mins → Soft Foods StageThis one always feels like a proper meal, even though it's still nice and gentle on your stomach.
35 mins → Puree StageThis one's got a lovely natural sweetness to it, and lentils are a sneaky little protein booster that…
35 mins → Soft Foods StageStill one of my go-to breakfasts even now. Soft, quick, and a proper protein start to the day.
8 mins →Dining out after bariatric surgery does not have to derail your goals. Discover practical eating out after surgery…
· 5 min read → New Long-term lifeUnderstanding your post-op lab schedule is essential. Find out what tests you need and when to schedule them…
· 4 min read → Long-term lifeBariatric 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 →A proper bowlful that's easy to portion and even easier to reheat when you need something quick.
40 mins → Normal Eating StageBig batch, freezer-friendly, and full of flavour. One of my most-cooked recipes since surgery.
45 mins → Normal Eating StageGreat hot or cold, and brilliant for batch-prepping breakfasts or lunches for the week ahead.
35 mins → Normal Eating StageOne tray, minimal washing up, and a proper balanced dinner. A weeknight favourite of mine.
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 →Simple, 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 StageThis is one of those recipes that just falls apart on the fork. Proper comfort food that's still…
250 mins → Puree StageThis one's a proper comfort blanket in a bowl. It tastes like a hug, and it sneaks in…
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