Bari Connected

By ProCare Health

What's Bari Connected about?

ProCare Health is driven to create innovative supplements to fill the unique needs of bariatric surgery patients while striving to make it EASY! We partner our great products with additional support for you via virtual LIVES, Support Groups, 1:1 Support Groups, informational blogs, and a dietitian on staff for questions.

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Bari Connected episodes:

06.11.2024
“Let’s be Ninjas!” – with Featured Speaker Kathy Hutson, RN, BS, MA, ASN
Welcome to Bari-Connected!
06.04.2024
Running, Lifting & Nutrition for the Bariatric Athlete w/ Speakers: Weights and Plates Endurance
Welcome to this episode of Bari-Connected, proudly sponsored by ProCare Health!
05.21.2024
“Bariatric Wellness: Navigating Mental Health & Support” with Featured Speaker: Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW
Welcome to the BariConnected podcast by ProCare Health!
05.21.2024
“Optimizing Movement After Bariatric Surgery!” with Featured Speaker: Rob DiMedio, CPT, CNC
Welcome to the BariConnected podcast by ProCare Health!
05.14.2024
10 Healthy Kitchen Tips to Set Up Your Kitchen for Success with Featured Guest: Chef Healthy Henry
Welcome to another inspiring episode of the BariConnected Podcast, brought to you by ProCare Health. In this episode, we are thrilled to host Henry Baker, a renowned bariatric surgery patient, culinary expert, and budding online entrepreneur and author. Dive into...
05.07.2024
“Body Dysmorphia or Distorted Body Image? What am I Dealing With?” - with Featured Guest: Connie Stapleton, Ph. D
In this insightful episode of BariConnected, Dr. Connie Stapleton, a seasoned psychologist specializing in bariatric psychology, delves into the complex world of body image post-bariatric surgery. Discover the crucial differences between body dysmorphic disorder and distorted body perceptions. Are you...
04.30.2024
Bari Positive Mindset with Featured Guest: Char Holmes (@VSG_Bestie)
04.16.2024
“Love & Relationships in the WLS Journey” - Featured Speaker: Rodolfo Alvarez
Embarking on a weight loss surgery journey unfolds a series of profound changes, not just in physical form, but in every facet of life. "Love & Relationships in the WLS Journey" delves into the intricate transformations bariatric patients navigate through....
04.16.2024
“Helping YOU Make Eating Count” with Featured Speakers – The BariGirls
04.09.2024
“Understanding the Value, Importance & Power of Self-Reflection” with Featured Speaker Rick Tremblay, MA-HRD, CLC, PMQ
Embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and personal growth with Richard (Rick) Tremblay, a seasoned Human Resources professional and life transformation coach. In this enlightening episode, Rick delves into the essential practice of self-reflection, exploring its definition, significance, and...
04.02.2024
"Macros & Calories for Sustainable Weight Loss” with Featured Speaker: Jen Clayton Weight Loss & Nutrition Coach
Dive into the transformative world of Jen Clayton, a Weight Loss & Nutrition Coach who has conquered her weight loss journey, shedding 140 pounds and maintaining it! Join us as Jen breaks down the essentials of nutrition, from mastering macros...
03.26.2024
Taming Cravings, Head Hunger, and Emotional Eating After Bariatric Surgery” with Featured Speaker: Rodolfo Alvarez
Bariatric surgery is a powerful tool for weight loss, but the journey doesn't end there. Navigating cravings, head hunger, and emotional eating are common challenges faced by post-op patients. This Support Group will empower you to cultivate a healthy...
03.26.2024
The Key to Ending Self-Sabotage and Achieving Weight Wellness" with Featured Speaker Dr. Brian Grossman
Embark on a transformative experience as we tackle the crucial topic of halting self-sabotage and sustaining a healthy weight with the aid of mental fitness. Dr. Brian brings to the table a wealth of knowledge in clinical psychology, paired with...
03.19.2024
“Flip This Dish” with Featured Speaker: Chef Steph (Part 2 of 2 Part Series)
In this live cooking class, come check out Chef Steph while she takes some classic favorite dishes and flips them into Bari-friendly meal prep options. Now you can have some of the dishes you crave without guilt! Stephanie Mitchell –...
03.12.2024
Bari-Friendly Meal Prep Without Actually Cooking” with Featured Speaker: Chef Steph
We all come across times when we want to meal prep but don't have the means for 1 reason or another. Maybe you're moving and the kitchen is limited? Or you're out of town and don't have a stocked kitchen?...
03.05.2024
The Importance of Relationship with Self on the Bariatric Journey with Featured Speaker: Dr. Kristin Lloyd, PhD
Often on the bariatric journey people seek answers that are outside themselves or seek cookie cutter information that may not apply to absolutely everyone. This is why a foundational principle of living the bariatric life is "know thyself". One's...
02.20.2024
February Live Support Group - Meal Prep and Easy Meal Planning
Meal prep is linked to better dietary habits. Feeling good about what you eat and using food as the fuel to keep your body in tip-top condition can be made into a simple science that allows you convenience, money...
02.20.2024
“The Lymphatic System and How it Affects Weight” – with Featured Speaker Sarah King, MOTR/L, CLT-LANA, CPT
The lymphatic system, a vital component of the human body, plays a crucial role in maintaining fluid balance, immune function, and nutrient transport. In this event, we will explore the intricate connection between the lymphatic system and weight...
01.30.2024
Losing Over 220lbs and the Battle with Keeping It Off - Interview with Featured Speaker: Larissa Krebbs
Join us to get insights of Larissa’s weight loss surgery journey, where she shares her focus on weight management and the struggles of binge eating and food addiction. She dives into what her life was like before bariatric surgery, the...
01.23.2024
Life In Maintenance with Kayla Girgen, RD, LD
Join Kayla & Brenda and learn about realistic expectations for your bariatric surgery journey, including various approaches to maximizing your metabolism and mindset for life-long maintenance. Explore limiting beliefs, support systems, and nutrition strategies to overcome stalls, weight regain, and...
01.23.2024
“Clearing Away the Clutter” with Featured Speakers: BariNation Founders – April and Natalie
We are going to share a secret that might very well be the way to put motion into the intention of creating less stress and a feeling of more control and calmness as you move into the new year. What...
01.16.2024
Using Micro-Goaling to Successfully Achieve Your New Years Resolutions with Featured Speaker Rick Tremblay, MA-HRD, PMQ
Micro-Goaling is the art of reducing larger goals and objectives to more realistic and achievable goals. Often people get overwhelmed by creating towering or unrealistic goals, and then don’t follow-through with their resolutions. Sometimes we think so far ahead,...
01.09.2024
Reinventing Chef Rich - An Interview into the Transformation of Chef Rich Eaton Epi 32
Join us as Chef Rich Eaton shares his personal story of how childhood trauma contributed to morbid obesity. Learn how he personally overcame these difficult challenges with determination, support, and a willingness to change. Rich now emerges as a beacon...
01.02.2024
The Grab & Flip - The Skinny on Nutrition Labels & Ingredients Lists – with Featured Speaker: Renea Paulsen - The Sugar Detox Coach
While Elle Woods from Legally Blonde taught us the iconic "Bend & Snap," Renea Paulsen is here to teach you something even more impactful – the “Grab & Flip” for nutrition labels! Why? Because it's not just about learning;...
12.26.2023
“Bari-Self Care During & After the Holidays” – with Featured Speaker: Alicia Briggs
It’s the holiday season and you may be Bari-worried! How can you enjoy the season without gaining weight? Should you go on a crash diet or liquid fast? Before deciding, let’s step back and take the FEAR out by...
12.19.2023
“Healthy Holiday Menu” with Featured Guest: Chef Healthy Henry
Henry Baker, a bariatric surgery patient, culinary chef, and aspiring online entrepreneur and author, will be joining us to talk about his journey and share some bariatric-friendly healthy holiday menu ideas full of protein and fiber! Hello celebrations! Look forward...
12.19.2023
Minimizing Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery” with Featured Guest: Jovanna Browne
We are often under-prepared by our care providers for the psychological effects bariatric hair loss can have on us. Not all experience it, but if it does occur, typically we start noticing its effects around the 3-month mark. This...
12.12.2023
Finding Your True Identity After Bariatric Surgery with Featured Speaker: Shea Quinn, M.Psych. Epi 27
It's easy to have your whole identity wrapped into your bariatric journey. While bariatric surgery is a big part of our stories, it's not what makes us, us! We were created with intention and are so much more than...
11.21.2023
NOVEMBER SUPPORT GROUP: “The Most Common Causes of Fatigue and How to Overcome Them”
Tired for no seemingly good reason; what’s the deal? Finding out what is causing your fatigue can sometimes be challenging as there can be a number of factors involved. This subject can even perplex the experts (like doctors). Sometimes...
11.21.2023
“Breaking Free from the All-or-Nothing Mindset After Surgery” with Featured Speaker Monica Weaver
Here, we will dive into the "all-or-nothing" mindset that often plagues the quest for sustainable living after weight loss surgery. Bariatric patients often find themselves caught in a cycle of either following a super-restrictive diet or giving into...
11.14.2023
“Understanding how Imposter Syndrome May Affect Weight Loss” with Featured Speaker Rick Tremblay, MA-HRD, PMQ
Imposter Syndrome is the mindset when a person doubts their skills, talents, or accomplishments, despite external evidence of their competence. This can occur anywhere and anytime in life, whether it be at home, at work or in the community. ...
10.31.2023
Setting Boundaries & Sticking to Your Goals" with Lauren Kosman and Heather Mackie, MS, RDN, LD
Setting boundaries takes strength, resilience, and courage. It can often feel like a daunting task when you may have been a people pleaser in the past. You have made a commitment to yourself when you chose to have bariatric surgery...
10.24.2023
Healthy Dishes at 20 Favorite Fast Food & Restaurant Chains
We all tend to lead busy lifestyles and no matter how health-conscious you might be, at one point or another you are bound to find yourself short on time, hangry, and looking at the menus in either a Fast Food...
10.17.2023
“Beating the ber” with Featured Speaker: Rob DiMedio (with Busy Bariatrics)
Let’s ensure that you THRIVE and beat the “ber”; during the final third of the year & during the months of SeptemBER, NovemBER, and DecemBER! So many times the hard work we put in from January to August starts...
10.10.2023
“What to Expect: Emotional Changes after WLS” with Featured Speakers: BariNation Founders - April, Jason, and Natalie
“Why do I feel this way?” Many emotions can come up after making a major life choice like weight loss surgery; both positive and negative. While the transformation can be very optimistic, sometimes feelings of sadness or loss can...
10.06.2023
“Keeping Mental Health a Priority – Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care Each and Every Day”
Bariatric surgery helps give us that extra nudge to shed unwanted pounds by helping us with portion size, varying the rate of absorption of foods, and sometimes even changing our hunger signals. But what happens when we find that...
10.06.2023
"How to Stop Dieting and Still Achieve Your Health Goals" with Featured Guest: Jill Cruz, MS, CNS
Weight control can be very challenging in our modern world filled with messages about losing weight fast and the latest fad diets. Those ideas can be very tempting. But what most of us want is to be healthy and...
09.26.2023
Navigating Nutrition After Weight Loss Surgery Interviewed with Jamie Mills @thesleeveddietitian
Here, we will discuss navigating nutrition after weight loss surgery. Listen in to navigate your journey in a sustainable and realistic way. Gather ideas for properly fueling yourself to mindfulness and more! Jamie Mills is a Registered Dietitian and a...
09.19.2023
The 3 Phases of Habit Creation” with Featured Speaker and Life Coach: Mabel Joseph
Let’s overcome the challenge of starting a new habit! First by becoming aware and expectant of the new change, and then by stopping the struggle that we have had back and forth in our brains – to finally be...
08.24.2023
“Tips for Long Term Success After Bariatric Surgery” with Featured Speaker Kate Fuss, PA-C
Kate Fuss, PA-C, a bariatric provider, shares her experiences in seeing patients long-term in clinic. She will discuss how very common it is to hear patients mention (typically before surgery- but also after!) that they’ve lost weight and then...
08.24.2023
“Prevention and Treatment of Weight Regain after Bariatric Surgery” – with Featured Speaker: Dr. Sachin Kukreja
Obesity is a chronic and progressive disease. After bariatric surgery, the metabolic changes are often dramatic and result in rapid and durable weight loss. Nonetheless, life moves forward, and the struggle continues. What are the main strategic ideas in...
08.15.2023
Overcoming Body Dysmorphia + Other Life Challenges Interview with Featured Speaker: Anna Ewing
Weight Loss Surgery can certainly result in changing the body’s appearance, but what happens when body dysmorphia creeps in? Body Dysmorphia is a condition where a person spends more time than necessary perceiving their own flaws in their appearance. These...
08.09.2023
Warrior Up: Turning Life’s Battles into Victories with Featured Speaker Renea Paulsen – aka The Sugar Detox Coach
Warrior Up presentation is to help individuals shift their mindset into warrior mode, enabling them to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams. Through inspiring stories, practical strategies, and actionable advice, attendees will learn how to tap into their inner...
08.01.2023
Unlocking Success: The Transformative Impact of Body Composition on Your Bariatric Surgery Journey” with Featured Speaker Nina Crowley, Phd, RDN, LD
Progress not Perfection. That mantra has stuck with our speaker Nina through several years working with patients on their bariatric surgery journey as it helps them define what their markers of “success” and “progress” really are. Defining success is...
07.27.2023
“Bariatric Macro-Friendly: High Protein Meal & Snack Ideas”
Focusing on protein intake after bariatric surgery is a recommendation that promotes faster healing, longer satiety, increases potential weight loss, and is a main building block for adding and maintaining muscle. Bariatric patients only have so much space in...
07.27.2023
Movement and Macros to Meet Your Goals After Bariatric Surgery with Featured Speakers Kim Tirapelle and Rob DiMedio
In this presentation, Bariatric Sports Dietitian Kim Tirapelle and Bariatric Athlete Rob DiMedio will discuss how to merge sports nutrition and bariatric nutrition guidelines, understanding your macros and how they apply to your goals, and combining these areas to...
07.11.2023
“Your Body, Your Business: Applying Business Principles and Models to Bariatric Weight Loss” with Featured Speaker Rick Tremblay
Here we talk about how weight loss surgery and working towards maintaining weight can sometimes be a challenging process. Struggling to find motivation can be frustrating, overwhelming, and scary. Here, Rick will focus on understanding why it’s important...
07.03.2023
Price of Perfection: The Truth Behind Plastic Surgery" with Featured Guest Amber Thompson
In this event we explore the benefits and potential risks of plastic surgery from the patient’s perspective (Amber) who has undergone multiple cosmetic procedures. We discuss the positive effects that plastic surgery can have on a person's self-confidence and self-esteem,...
06.20.2023
JUNE BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP: “24 Bariatric Surgery Tracking Tools”
Bariatric surgery is a REAL life-changer! During the post-op period, one makes many new changes and develops a new lifestyle and way of being! These life-long patterns set you up for success. Nowadays, there are many easy ways to stay...
06.20.2023
"7 Bariatric-Friendly Carbs You’ll Love AND that Fight a Fatty Liver" with Featured Speaker: Dr. Susan Mitchell
What the heck is a fatty liver? Were you told you have a fatty liver before your weight loss surgery? What does this mean? Is it something that you should be concerned about? Did the surgery improve it? What about...

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Bari Connected episodes:

“Let’s be Ninjas!” – with Featured Speaker Kathy Hutson, RN, BS, MA, ASN

Running, Lifting & Nutrition for the Bariatric Athlete w/ Speakers: Weights and Plates Endurance

“Bariatric Wellness: Navigating Mental Health & Support” with Featured Speaker: Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW

“Optimizing Movement After Bariatric Surgery!” with Featured Speaker: Rob DiMedio, CPT, CNC

10 Healthy Kitchen Tips to Set Up Your Kitchen for Success with Featured Guest: Chef Healthy Henry

“Body Dysmorphia or Distorted Body Image? What am I Dealing With?” - with Featured Guest: Connie Stapleton, Ph. D

Bari Positive Mindset with Featured Guest: Char Holmes (@VSG_Bestie)

“Love & Relationships in the WLS Journey” - Featured Speaker: Rodolfo Alvarez

“Helping YOU Make Eating Count” with Featured Speakers – The BariGirls

“Understanding the Value, Importance & Power of Self-Reflection” with Featured Speaker Rick Tremblay, MA-HRD, CLC, PMQ

"Macros & Calories for Sustainable Weight Loss” with Featured Speaker: Jen Clayton Weight Loss & Nutrition Coach

Taming Cravings, Head Hunger, and Emotional Eating After Bariatric Surgery” with Featured Speaker: Rodolfo Alvarez

The Key to Ending Self-Sabotage and Achieving Weight Wellness" with Featured Speaker Dr. Brian Grossman

“Flip This Dish” with Featured Speaker: Chef Steph (Part 2 of 2 Part Series)

Bari-Friendly Meal Prep Without Actually Cooking” with Featured Speaker: Chef Steph

The Importance of Relationship with Self on the Bariatric Journey with Featured Speaker: Dr. Kristin Lloyd, PhD

February Live Support Group - Meal Prep and Easy Meal Planning

“The Lymphatic System and How it Affects Weight” – with Featured Speaker Sarah King, MOTR/L, CLT-LANA, CPT

Losing Over 220lbs and the Battle with Keeping It Off - Interview with Featured Speaker: Larissa Krebbs

Life In Maintenance with Kayla Girgen, RD, LD

“Clearing Away the Clutter” with Featured Speakers: BariNation Founders – April and Natalie

Using Micro-Goaling to Successfully Achieve Your New Years Resolutions with Featured Speaker Rick Tremblay, MA-HRD, PMQ

Reinventing Chef Rich - An Interview into the Transformation of Chef Rich Eaton Epi 32

The Grab & Flip - The Skinny on Nutrition Labels & Ingredients Lists – with Featured Speaker: Renea Paulsen - The Sugar Detox Coach

“Bari-Self Care During & After the Holidays” – with Featured Speaker: Alicia Briggs

“Healthy Holiday Menu” with Featured Guest: Chef Healthy Henry

Minimizing Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery” with Featured Guest: Jovanna Browne

Finding Your True Identity After Bariatric Surgery with Featured Speaker: Shea Quinn, M.Psych. Epi 27

NOVEMBER SUPPORT GROUP: “The Most Common Causes of Fatigue and How to Overcome Them”

“Breaking Free from the All-or-Nothing Mindset After Surgery” with Featured Speaker Monica Weaver

“Understanding how Imposter Syndrome May Affect Weight Loss” with Featured Speaker Rick Tremblay, MA-HRD, PMQ

Setting Boundaries & Sticking to Your Goals" with Lauren Kosman and Heather Mackie, MS, RDN, LD

Healthy Dishes at 20 Favorite Fast Food & Restaurant Chains

“Beating the ber” with Featured Speaker: Rob DiMedio (with Busy Bariatrics)

“What to Expect: Emotional Changes after WLS” with Featured Speakers: BariNation Founders - April, Jason, and Natalie

“Keeping Mental Health a Priority – Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care Each and Every Day”

"How to Stop Dieting and Still Achieve Your Health Goals" with Featured Guest: Jill Cruz, MS, CNS

Navigating Nutrition After Weight Loss Surgery Interviewed with Jamie Mills @thesleeveddietitian

The 3 Phases of Habit Creation” with Featured Speaker and Life Coach: Mabel Joseph

“Tips for Long Term Success After Bariatric Surgery” with Featured Speaker Kate Fuss, PA-C

“Prevention and Treatment of Weight Regain after Bariatric Surgery” – with Featured Speaker: Dr. Sachin Kukreja

Overcoming Body Dysmorphia + Other Life Challenges Interview with Featured Speaker: Anna Ewing

Warrior Up: Turning Life’s Battles into Victories with Featured Speaker Renea Paulsen – aka The Sugar Detox Coach

Unlocking Success: The Transformative Impact of Body Composition on Your Bariatric Surgery Journey” with Featured Speaker Nina Crowley, Phd, RDN, LD

“Bariatric Macro-Friendly: High Protein Meal & Snack Ideas”

Movement and Macros to Meet Your Goals After Bariatric Surgery with Featured Speakers Kim Tirapelle and Rob DiMedio

“Your Body, Your Business: Applying Business Principles and Models to Bariatric Weight Loss” with Featured Speaker Rick Tremblay

Price of Perfection: The Truth Behind Plastic Surgery" with Featured Guest Amber Thompson

JUNE BARIATRIC SUPPORT GROUP: “24 Bariatric Surgery Tracking Tools”

"7 Bariatric-Friendly Carbs You’ll Love AND that Fight a Fatty Liver" with Featured Speaker: Dr. Susan Mitchell

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