Bariatric Surgery Success

Dr. Susan Mitchell, bariatric dietitian
Bariatric Surgery Success

You've had bariatric surgery but let's not stop there. Your success depends on the right nutrition as part of your journey and transformation. You can conquer weight regain, cravings and emotional eating and learn to deal with all the other issues that come up. Here's how. Join me and listen to the Bariatric Surgery Success podcast. I'm bariatric dietitian Dr. Susan Mitchell and I'll share the nutrition information you need now for your successful transformation.

  1. MAR 26

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

    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, LDNRegistered & Licensed DietitianWeight Loss and Bariatric Surgery InstituteOrlando, FLEmail: gayle.brazzismith@orlandohealth.com (mailto:gayle.brazzismith@orlandohealth.com)Website: OrlandoHealth.com/Bariatrics (http://orlandohealth.com/Bariatrics)  Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RDBariatric CoordinatorUVA Health in Haymarket, VirginiaEmail: ggw5ud@uvahealth.org (mailto:ggw5ud@uvahealth.org) Bariatric Surgeons & Weight-Loss Surgery Services | UVA Health (https://uvahealth.com/services/weight-loss-surgery) Rate, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts:"I love Dr. Susan and Bariatric Surgery Success." If this sounds like you, would you please rate and review my podcast? I love hearing from you, and it's actually super easy for you to leave a podcast rating. Wherever you listen to the Bariatric Surgery Success podcast, go to the review section and usually click a quick star rating. If you feel like taking it one small step further, please write a review if there’s a place for one. Thank you!Show Notes/Full Transcript found on website playerSummaryIn this episode, Dr. Susan Mitchell discusses the essential vitamins and minerals needed after bariatric surgery, emphasizing the importance of proper supplementation for health and energy. She covers key nutrients such as iron, calcium, vitamin D, and thiamine, providing insights on dosages, absorption, and the significance of regular monitoring with healthcare professionals.Takeaways* You should own stock in bariatric supplements.* The right nutrients can make a big difference.* The most important vitamin is the one you don't get enough of.* Iron can lead to low energy and hair loss.* Vitamin C increases iron absorption.* Calcium citrate is better absorbed than calcium carbonate.* Take calcium in divided doses for better absorption.* You need 2,000 to 3,000 IU of vitamin D daily.* Thiamine deficiency can make you quite sick.* Take your supplements on a schedule.Sound Bites* "Vitamin C increases iron absorption."Chapters00:00Understanding the Importance of Supplements After Bariatric Surgery02:13Essential Vitamins and Minerals for Post-Surgery Health03:11Iron: The Key to Energy and Health05:05Calcium and Vitamin D: Building Blocks for Strong Bones08:09Thiamine: The Overlooked B Vitamin

    10 min
  2. MAR 12

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

    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, LDNRegistered & Licensed DietitianWeight Loss and Bariatric Surgery InstituteOrlando, FLEmail: gayle.brazzismith@orlandohealth.com (mailto:gayle.brazzismith@orlandohealth.com)Website: OrlandoHealth.com/Bariatrics (http://orlandohealth.com/Bariatrics)  Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RDBariatric CoordinatorUVA Health in Haymarket, VirginiaEmail: ggw5ud@uvahealth.org (mailto:ggw5ud@uvahealth.org) In this episode, Dr. Susan Mitchell discusses the critical role of vitamin and mineral supplementation for individuals who have undergone bariatric surgery. She emphasizes the importance of tailored supplementation to prevent nutritional deficiencies, which are common after such procedures. The conversation covers essential vitamins and minerals, how to choose the right supplements, and the significance of routine screenings to monitor nutrient levels. Dr. Mitchell provides practical advice on navigating supplement labels and understanding dosages, ensuring listeners are well-informed about their nutritional needs post-surgery.Takeaways* Vitamin and mineral supplements are essential after bariatric surgery.* Nutritional deficiencies can vary based on the type of surgery.* Consult your dietician for personalized supplement recommendations.* A complete multivitamin should be bariatric specific.* Routine screenings for vitamin levels are crucial post-surgery.* B12 absorption can be affected by bariatric procedures.* Iron intake should be monitored and adjusted as needed.* Understanding supplement labels is key to proper intake.* More is not always better when it comes to supplements.* Regular check-ins with your healthcare team are important for success.TitlesEssential Supplements for Bariatric Surgery SuccessSound Bites* "More is not always better when it comes to supplements."* "Ask your bariatric dietician if you have any questions."Chapters00:00The Importance of Supplements After Bariatric Surgery03:09Understanding Nutritional Deficiencies Post-Surgery05:56Key Vitamins and Minerals for Bariatric Patients08:47Navigating Supplement Labels and Dosages11:59Monitoring and Adjusting Supplement Intake

    12 min
  3. JAN 15

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

    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 (http://www.conniestapletonphd.com/)BariAftercare: The PodcastMind Prep The Book: How To Prepare for Bariatric Surgery and Live as a Healthy Post-Op: Mind Prep: The Book (https://www.amazon.com/Mind-Prep-Book-Prepare-Bariatric/dp/B0BLFY4LKC/ref=sr_1_6?crid=K2RAZ2CX87TB&keywords=connie+stapleton+books&qid=1668654765&sprefix=Connie+stap,aps,77&sr=8-6)BariAftercare Daily Progress Journal  (https://www.amazon.com/BariAftercare-Progress-Journal-Connie-Stapleton/dp/B0BGN68226/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3U1DLG7IY6TLG&keywords=connie+stapleton+daily+progress+journal&qid=1668898281&sprefix=connie+stapleton+daily+progres+journal,aps,85&sr=8-1)Gayle Brazzi Smith MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDNRegistered & Licensed DietitianWeight Loss and Bariatric Surgery InstituteOrlando, FLEmail: gayle.brazzismith@orlandohealth.com (mailto:gayle.brazzismith@orlandohealth.com)Website: OrlandoHealth.com/Bariatrics (http://orlandohealth.com/Bariatrics)  Bariatric Dietitian Isabel Maples, RDBariatric CoordinatorUVA Health in Haymarket, VirginiaEmail: ggw5ud@uvahealth.org (mailto:ggw5ud@uvahealth.org) EP #134 How WLS Affects Relationships: Bariatric Mental Health Q & Ahttps://www.breakingdownnutrition.com/blog/134-how-wls-affects-relationships-bariatric-mental-health-q-a (https://www.breakingdownnutrition.com/blog/134-how-wls-affects-relationships-bariatric-mental-health-q-a)Keywordsfood pushers, bariatric surgery, emotional eating, nutrition, boundaries, psychological aspects, family dynamics, coping strategies, bariatric dietitian, self-careSummaryIn this episode, Dr. Susan Mitchell and her guests discuss the phenomenon of food pushers, exploring the psychological motivations behind their behavior and offering practical strategies for dealing with them. The conversation delves into the emotional aspects of eating, the importance of setting boundaries, and how to navigate family dynamics surrounding food. Listeners are encouraged to practice saying no and to understand that food pushers often project their own issues onto others.Takeaways* Food pushers often push their issues onto others.* It's important to be in control of your mind, body, and spirit.* Learning to say no is a critical skill for healthy living.* Hurt people tend to hurt others, including themselves.* Setting boundaries is a form of self-love.* Practicing saying no can help build confidence.* Changing the subject can deflect food pushers' advances.* Expressing appreciation for food can help ease guilt.

    25 min
  4. 12/18/2024

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

    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 to use the term obesity medications. Why? Because obesity truly is a disease and these meds treat more than just weight with positive effects on diabetes, blood fats, blood pressure, food noise, cravings and more. Studies are finding that the use of these medications, when appropriate, in combination with bariatric surgery can result in even more long term, weight loss success. But what about this loss of your muscle mass along with the weight? How does the loss of muscle mass affect your success long term and even your health? What do you need to know right now to preserve or increase your muscle mass so you enjoy great success? Bariatric sports dieititian Kim Tirapelle joins me to answer these questions and more. You don’t want to miss this discussion. Podcast Guest:Kim Tirapelle, MS, RD, CSSDBariatric Sports DietitianWebsite: www.activebariatricnutrition.com (http://www.activebariatricnutrition.com/)Podcast: www.activebariatricnutrition.com/podcast (http://www.activebariatricnutrition.com/podcast)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activebariatric/ (https://www.instagram.com/activebariatric/)YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4QJLjJ5vSzbCiXTlR59Tpw (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4QJLjJ5vSzbCiXTlR59Tpw)TikTok: @ActiveBariatricNutritionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveBariatric (https://www.facebook.com/ActiveBariatric)Visit Procarenow.com now for all of your vitamin and mineral, calcium and protein needs. Use Code: Susan10 to save $You can share the message of hope, healing and transformation with your purchase from NewHopeGirls.com Use code TRANSFORM to save 15%

    23 min
4.8
out of 5
69 Ratings

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You've had bariatric surgery but let's not stop there. Your success depends on the right nutrition as part of your journey and transformation. You can conquer weight regain, cravings and emotional eating and learn to deal with all the other issues that come up. Here's how. Join me and listen to the Bariatric Surgery Success podcast. I'm bariatric dietitian Dr. Susan Mitchell and I'll share the nutrition information you need now for your successful transformation.

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