Doctor X Dietitian Dr. Betsy Dovec, bariatric surgeon & Hannah Schuyler, weight loss dietitian

🆘 = A Collection of Conversations to navigate life’s MINDfields.
Your favorite doctor and dietitian duo are back with a brand-new series. This one will tackle Stress, Overwhelming Anxiety, and Solitude.
Who’s stressed? Not me. I’m fine. Why are we so good at faking being fine? Guess what - I see you faking it. 👀 
SOS signals distress. Are you waving the white flag? We get that you can feel like you're drowning in the ocean of emotion. Stress is crushing - it feels like a physical weight that crushes us physically and emotionally. Stress is exhausting. Yet. We are totally fine. Nothing to see here.
Mental tension can be a nuisance or can put us in a constant state of debilitating worry. Stress can rob you of quality years. The physiologic changes can negatively impact our well-being.
The Doctor Dietitian Collab get vulnerable and relatable in this first of series episode -  stress: the good, the bad, and the solutions! The duo break down how stress impacts your every day life, your health, and can even be a tool to help you with your goals. Listen for some solutions.

Meh. Vitamins. Minerals. Micronutrients. YAWN!
Vitamins and minerals may not be the most exciting thing to think about, but being compliant with your multivitamin and calcium citrate recommendations after bariatric surgery could change, improve, and even save your life.
Nutritional deficiencies are unnecessary and can be debilitating. The impact of noncompliance can lead to irreversible damage to the fabulous body you are working so hard to obtain. The DoctorXDietitian collab help you follow the basics to ensure your daily habit is easy as it is imperative to follow.
What should you take? When should you take it? WHY should you care? Your favorite doctor and dietitian are here to get you set up for success! Listen to this week's bariatric podcast to help you not just survive but thrive in your weight loss surgery journey.

But what about loose skin??
The DoctorXDietitian duo welcomes plastic surgeon, Dr. Stephanie Poris of Poris Plastic Surgery, to discuss body contouring after bariatric and weight loss surgery.
From head to thigh, Dr. Poris breaks down all of the surgical options to keep a youthful appearance that is uniquely you. She discusses a personalized approach that prioritizes your concerns to improve functionality and confidence.
Everything from navigating insurance, finding a legitimately trained expert, and enjoying a fabulously sophisticated and fun patient experience are discussed on this week's podcast.
Listen to our full episode to learn your options, maximally prepare, and set expectations for an optimal recovery.

Desiree Mize (aka WokeUpLikeDez) never set out to share her journey to better health with the world, but when she stepped out of anonymity, she became a bariatric community sensation. The DoctorXDietitian duo has a candid conversation with the six-year post-op veteran.
Desiree grew up in a full house run by her superhuman mom, who instilled in her children an unwavering desire to achieve their dreams. When Desiree tipped the scale at 300 pounds, she hit her not-so-magical breaking point and decided to have gastric bypass surgery. 
Relatable, funny, and down-to-earth, you can't help but be enthralled by her determination and infectious zeal for life. 
With her larger-than-life personality, Desiree tells all as she emotionally recounts both the challenges and incredible achievements of her amazing weight loss journey. 

Sleep when you’re dead? If you want to get the most out of life, think again. On this week’s DoctorXDietitian weight loss and bariatric surgery podcast episode, the collab is serving up a big dose of Vitamin Zzzzzzzz! 😴
Sleep's role is just as important as diet and exercise in achieving your health goals. A lack of quality sleep alters hunger cues, negatively impacts impulse control, and raises stress and anxiety response. In addition, it can increase your risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and depression.

What and when you eat plays a hugely important role in the quality of your rest. Hannah offers some applicable behavioral and nutrition tips to improve your sleep quality…TONIGHT!

If you’re stuck on a weight stall, look closely at your sleep habits for a solution. Never waste a second you can spend restoring your body with sleep!

Say what?! Hot girls poop, too? 
From diarrhea to constipation and achieving that elusive “perfect poop” in between, bowel habits are an essential part of overall good health.
The DoctorXDietitian duo chats with Dr. Susan Kais, board-certified gastroenterologist and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) expert, about what’s normal and when it’s time to seek further medical evaluation.
Dr. Kais gives a breakdown on achieving gut greatness on the Bristol Stool Chart, colonoscopy screening recommendations, and the challenges of getting regular - especially after bariatric surgery!
Happy Pooping!