🎙️ Welcome Back to Our Sleeved Life Podcast! 🎙️

In today’s episode, Mel and Kellie dive deep into the world of grocery shopping as bariatric patients! 🛒 Whether you’re prepping for the holidays or just stocking up on weekly essentials, we’ve got tips, tricks, and laughs to share. From building a foolproof grocery list to navigating holiday chaos, this episode is packed with insights to keep your bariatric journey on track.

✨ What We Cover in This Episode:

• The must-have grocery staples every bariatric patient needs
• How to plan meals and grocery shop stress-free
• Tips for shopping smarter with lists, online orders, and pre-chopped options
• Our love-hate relationship with protein powders, bars, and whole foods
• Turning grocery shopping into a family-friendly activity 🎉

💡 PRO TIP: Don't skip the GNC protein hack or our genius trick for upping your protein in soups and meals without clumps (you’re welcome)!

🍽️ Recipe Ideas Mentioned:

• Taco Soup 🥣
• Quick Chicken Salads 🥗
• Simple Rice & Protein Combos 🍛

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🛒 Ready to tackle grocery shopping with confidence? Hit play now!

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In this inspiring episode of the Our Sleeved Life Podcast, Mel and Kellie sit down with Nina and Pam from Bari-Bestiez, a supportive bariatric group, to dive deep into their personal weight loss journeys. Nina and Pam share the challenges they've faced, including Pam's stroke and Nina's struggles with weight from a young age. Both women underwent bariatric surgery and have since lost a significant amount of weight.

Together, Nina and Pam open up about the importance of having a strong support system throughout their weight loss journeys. From meeting at a 10K walk to becoming close friends, they’ve supported each other every step of the way. They discuss overcoming physical challenges like herniated discs and broken backs, as well as the need to prioritize self-care, follow nutritional guidelines, and stay active.

Nina and Pam also talk about the positive effects of their weight loss on relationships, including improved intimacy. They highlight the value of trusting the process, finding a buddy for support, and the overall importance of taking care of oneself on this life-changing journey.

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🥪 What if your stomach had a drama series? In the newest episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP), Kellie and Mel tackle the hilariously complex world of hunger—because, let’s face it, it’s never just about food! Get ready to meet the five “stars” of your hunger saga:
1️⃣ Practical Hunger: The “Responsible Parent” voice saying, “Eat now or future you will be very mad.”
2️⃣ Physical Hunger: Your stomach’s “OMG FEED ME” alarm—hard to miss, impossible to ignore.
3️⃣ Mouth Taste Hunger: That sneaky foodie BFF who screams, “But it smells so good, let’s have just a bite!”
4️⃣ Habitual Hunger: The bad influence that whispers, “It’s movie night—grab the snacks. All of them.”
5️⃣ Heart Hunger: The emotional wreck who uses cookies to fight loneliness. (We’ve all been there.)

Kellie and Mel spill the tea (and maybe some snacks) on their own food journeys, including how GLP-1 medications are the ultimate hunger plot twist. They mix laughs with real talk about emotional eating, understanding cravings, and reclaiming your food choices—without sacrificing the joy of a good meal.

🍕 What’s on the Menu This Episode:

• The five types of hunger and how to tell them apart.
• Emotional eating decoded—why it’s a thing and how to deal.
• GLP-1 medications: the “hunger hack” you didn’t know you needed.
• Fun, easy tips for living your best (and healthiest) foodie life.

🎧 Grab your headphones (and maybe a snack?), and join the OSLP crew for a relatable, goofy, and surprisingly deep dive into why we eat what we eat. Bonus points if you spot yourself in one of the hunger types!

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🎄 Holidays, Bariatric Style! | Laughs, Tips & Traditions with Kellie & Mel 🎄

The holidays are here, and it’s time to talk about how life changes post-bariatric surgery—because let’s face it, EVERYTHING changes! Join Kellie and Mel on Our Sleeve Life Podcast as they spill the tea (and maybe a little protein shake) on holiday traditions, food challenges, and making the season merry and bariatric-friendly! 🌟

Here’s what’s wrapped up in this festive episode:

🎅 Bariatric Holiday Survival 101: Kellie and Mel share real tips on how to keep it protein-forward without missing out on the fun.

🎁 Hot Cocoa Confessions: How Kellie turned her sugar-loaded hot cocoa bar into a bariatric-friendly treat! (Spoiler: protein powder saves the day!)

🍖 Foodie Hacks: From portion sizes to sneaky swaps, learn how to navigate all the parties, cookies, and grandma’s famous stuffing.

🌟 Tradition Glow-Ups: Embracing new traditions, like decorating brownies and playing games, instead of just “stuffing your face.”

Fun Highlights:

✨ Laugh along as Kellie and Mel recall their first post-op holidays (hint: it involved LOTS of trial and error).

✨ Why Kellie now carries Dive Bars in her bag like a true protein ninja 🥋.

✨ Mel’s hot take on why Christmas lights and cocoa are a match made in heaven.

Let’s face the holiday chaos together—with plenty of laughs, relatable moments, and tips to make the season not just survivable, but spectacular! 🌟

🎧 Listen now, and don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE!

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🎄 Holidays, Bariatric Style! | Laughs, Tips & Traditions with Kellie & Mel 🎄

The holidays are here, and it’s time to talk about how life changes post-bariatric surgery—because let’s face it, EVERYTHING changes! Join Kellie and Mel on Our Sleeve Life Podcast as they spill the tea (and maybe a little protein shake) on holiday traditions, food challenges, and making the season merry and bariatric-friendly! 🌟

Here’s what’s wrapped up in this festive episode:
🎅 Bariatric Holiday Survival 101: Kellie and Mel share real tips on how to keep it protein-forward without missing out on the fun.
🎁 Hot Cocoa Confessions: How Kellie turned her sugar-loaded hot cocoa bar into a bariatric-friendly treat! (Spoiler: protein powder saves the day!)
🍖 Foodie Hacks: From portion sizes to sneaky swaps, learn how to navigate all the parties, cookies, and grandma’s famous stuffing.
🌟 Tradition Glow-Ups: Embracing new traditions, like decorating brownies and playing games, instead of just “stuffing your face.”

Fun Highlights:
✨ Laugh along as Kellie and Mel recall their first post-op holidays (hint: it involved LOTS of trial and error).
✨ Why Kellie now carries Dive Bars in her bag like a true protein ninja 🥋.
✨ Mel’s hot take on why Christmas lights and cocoa are a match made in heaven.

Let’s face the holiday chaos together—with plenty of laughs, relatable moments, and tips to make the season not just survivable, but spectacular! 🌟

🎧 Listen now, and don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE!
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Alicia Briggs shares her deeply personal health journey, from navigating medical complications and multiple pregnancies to overcoming weight struggles and undergoing transformative weight loss surgery. 🚶‍♀️✨

In this video, Alicia highlights the challenges she faced, including the lack of support in healthcare, her journey into fitness and weightlifting, and the powerful impact of finding the right coach. She also bravely discusses the backlash she faced after plastic surgery to remove excess skin and her experience with post-plastics depression. 😌💪

Learn how Alicia turned these struggles into strength by advocating for herself, focusing on her mental health, and launching her coaching business, Butterflies and Dumbbells. 🦋💖 Get inspired by her story of resilience, transformation, and hope as she empowers others to achieve their fitness goals and embrace their best selves.

Key Topics Covered:

• 🏋️‍♀️ Transition to the gym and weightlifting
• 💔 Coping with medical complications and heart issues
• 🗣️ Advocacy and navigating the healthcare system
• 👩‍💻 Overcoming negativity on social media
• 🌈 The importance of mental health and counseling
• 🌟 Inspiring transformations with Butterflies and Dumbbells Coaching

Watch now and embark on a journey of strength, self-love, and perseverance! 💕

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Join Mel and Kellie as they spill the tea on their bariatric journeys—it's real, it's raw, and it's packed with life lessons! 💁‍♀️ From meal prep mishaps to slaying emotional eating, they’ve got stories, tips, and plenty of laughs to share. Plus, the JVY event is coming in hot! Get your tickets and nominations now! 🎟️🔥

• 🍴 Meal prep: because healthy eating doesn't happen by accident.
• 🤯 Life throws curveballs; we throw back with self-care and sass.
• 💊 Manage your meds like a boss—health first, always.
• 💪 Find your fitness groove and a workout buddy who gets you.
• 🎨 Channel your inner Picasso; creative outlets = mental glow-up.
• 👫 Community support is the secret sauce for navigating life’s chaos.
• 🌈 New hobbies? Yes, please! Let’s sprinkle some joy in this journey.
• 📚 Journaling = feelings on fleek. Get those thoughts out, bestie.
• 💡 Honest self-assessment is the vibe. Let’s keep it real about habits.

Get ready for some serious inspo on living your best life, one joyful moment at a time. From fitness hacks to creative sparks, Mel and Kellie remind us that a little self-love goes a long way. Ready to level up your routine and happiness? Let’s do this! 💥

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In this enlightening episode, Mel and Kellie sit down with Jeannie Boyer to dive deep into the powerful connection between stress, emotions, and nutrition. Discover how your emotional state can influence your food choices and, in turn, impact both your mental and physical health.

Jeannie shares practical strategies for recognizing and managing emotions, incorporating mindfulness into your eating habits, and using brain training to build healthier routines. Learn how to identify emotional triggers and find joy in everyday moments as a path to improved well-being.

If you’re interested in better understanding the link between your diet, stress levels, and emotional health, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss!

Key Topics Covered:

• The role of emotions in food choices
• How stress affects your physical and mental health
• Brain training techniques for healthier habits
• Mindful eating and emotional triggers
• Finding joy and balance in daily life

🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on health, wellness, and mindful living!

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In this episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, hosts Mel and Kellie welcome Catherine Oni, a bariatric surgery patient and author of If Her Love Was Enough. Catherine shares her powerful journey through weight struggles, PCOS, pre-eclampsia, and self-discovery. She opens up about her experiences in the bariatric community, the emotional challenges tied to weight loss, and the journey of healing after the loss of her former partner, who battled his own weight-related struggles.

Catherine discusses the unique support she found within the weight loss community, the non-scale victories she's celebrated, and the impact of her ongoing mental health journey. She also shares insights into binge eating as an addiction, her experiences with writing, and the struggles of maintaining a social media presence. This episode is filled with inspiration, guidance, and a message of self-acceptance and resilience.

Tune in to hear Catherine's candid account of her bariatric journey, healing process, and the importance of finding supportive relationships and inner strength.

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In this candid conversation, Mel and Kellie dive into their personal experiences with weight loss surgery and share the highs, lows, and challenges they faced before and after. 💬 From pre-surgery fears to the reality of weight regain and hair loss, they reveal the unexpected struggles in their health journey and the ongoing work required in maintenance mode. Together, they discuss how nutrition, diet, and proper supplements like vitamins play essential roles in recovery and sustained weight management.

Tune in to learn about:

The role of nutrition and supplements in post-surgery health

The importance of consulting with dietitians for bariatric surgery success

Managing fear and emotional challenges around weight management

Personal growth through every step of their health journey 🏋️‍♀️✨

Whether you're considering weight loss surgery or working on your own health journey, Mel and Kellie's experiences provide valuable insights, motivation, and humor to help you navigate your path to wellness.

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Go Watch the latest JBY2023 JBY AWARDS 2023 REPLAY

OSLP Recommended Products:

OSLP Amazon Store -  https://www.amazon.com/shop/oursleevedlifepodcast

ProCare Health - https://procarenow.com  

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