Meet Jo, who has navigated the complex world of medical weight management solutions with determination and resilience. From participating in NHS medical trials including the Covid vaccine to exploring bariatric surgery, semaglutide Wegovy injections, and tirzepatide Mounjaro treatments, she’s been on a quest to feel fitter and healthier.

Throughout her journey, she found support from a group of local bariatric patients and opens up about the reality of being a larger person navigating everything from airplane seats to restaurants, dealing with unsolicited opinions about her weight loss choices, rude comments from construction workers, and discovering that food noise is a constant for some people.

Jo shares the ongoing challenge of learning to enjoy food after surgery and struggling to recognise how her body has changed. She reveals how she found her way to genuine self-acceptance and the hard-won lessons learned in feeling more comfortable in her body - because the numbers on the scale aren’t everything.

Trigger warning

This episode includes discussion about weight, eating behaviours, medical weight loss procedures, body image and food-related issues. Please take care of yourself while listening.

Support and resources

If you are struggling with eating issues or need support, visit https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk or talk to your GP about help in your local area.

Music: Morning Span provided by Mobygratis #mobygratis