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October 13, 2020
There is a new kid on the supplement block in Australia, but are they any good? And should you swap? Let’s take a look at the new FitForMe Bariatric Supplements. First things first “Do I really need to take supplements […]
September 28, 2020
Menopause is not a fun topic, but throw a sleeve gastrectomy in the mix and we’re taking things to a whole new level! So let’s dig in a take a look at what we know about menopause and sleeve gastrectomy […]
September 13, 2020
Stuck in a rut? Know you need to start doing something again, but not sure where to start? Motivation is key to sticking to healthy habits long term after surgery so let’s chat about how to get it back if […]
September 6, 2020
Every day I get questions, and it seems like lots of you have the same ones. So… I thought I’d collate these in the one place to make it easier for you! This is part two, so if you haven’t […]
August 24, 2020
Every day I get questions, and it seems like lots of you have the same ones. So… I thought I’d collate these in the one place to make it easier for you! This is part one of two as there […]
August 2, 2020
It is quite common to to experience weight regain after sleeve gastrectomy and it is nothing to be ashamed of! Most importantly – this isn’t failure (that’s giving up). Knowing about and being aware of the common reasons for weight […]
July 20, 2020
As an LWAS Community member, you have exclusive access to my top product picks. This means you can be sure you’re choosing the best options when choosing a soup from the supermarket shelves. This was by no means an exhaustive list of all the soup options on the market (that would be almost impossible!) If […]
July 20, 2020
While we think of winter as a time for eating higher energy foods, winter is also soup-time. Soups are a super-convenient and comforting winter food, and if you choose well, you can get a soup packed with nutrients. Studies have […]
July 5, 2020
I get asked this question by a lot of people and the short answer is yes! It just requires a little planning. Family meals are a time for connection, conversation, learning and exploration (especially for the little ones). Allocating time […]
June 20, 2020
Winter is here! And when better to make a big batch of delicious soup so you have a warming meal on hand whenever you need it. I thought I’d collate a couple of my sleeve friendly favourites: Hearty chicken and […]
June 9, 2020
Reflux is one of the most common side effects of a sleeve. While not everyone experiences reflux after sleeve gastrectomy, it is possible that you’ll need to seek treatment for it. Let’s look at the common causes and what you […]