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Emotional Eating, Hormones & Digestion After Surgery – Real Talk with Amber  & Shea 

Why do we emotionally eat even after surgery? What's really going on with our hormones and digestion? In this powerful episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, we sit down with two incredible guests — Amber 𝗥𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘂𝗸 from The No Sugarcoating Podcast and Shea Quinn from The Weighting Table Podcast — to dive deep into the real reasons behind cravings, gut issues, and emotional triggers post-weight loss surgery.

🎧 What You'll Learn:

Why emotional eating doesn’t magically stop after surgery

How hormone imbalances can stall your progress

Simple ways to support digestion and reduce bloating

Real stories, relatable struggles, and expert advice from the bariatric community

💡 Whether you’re fresh out of surgery or years into your journey, this episode is full of insight, honesty, and hope. You're not broken — you're healing. And you're not alone 💖

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Amber — The No Sugarcoating Podcast
Shea — The Weighting Table Podcast

💬 Drop a comment: What’s been your biggest emotional trigger after surgery?

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Amber Romaniuk is an Emotional Eating, Digestive and Hormone Expert, with 12 years experience helping high achieving women create a level of body confidence, intuition and optimal health through powerful mindset healing, self-care and overcoming self-sabotage with food.
 

She does this through addressing the key negative thoughts, patterns and limiting beliefs that keep women stuck in the same behaviors for years and decades, that they haven’t been able to break. 

Her podcast “The No Sugarcoating Podcast” has 2+ million downloads, over 600 episodes and is listened to in over 90 countries.

 Amber overcame her own emotional eating after gaining and losing more than 1,000 lbs and spending over $50,000 on binge foods, and spending 5 years balancing her hormones and digestion. She also dismantled her deep limiting beliefs and behaviors keeping her stuck in the same looping patterns

Now she helps others achieve the biggest healing miracles of Body Freedom™ so they have the confidence and health to create amazing lives.

Epi: 324 Welcome back, OSLP family! In this powerful episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, we welcome Rob Rafanan from The Weighting Table—aka @theweightingtable, @weightinginvain, and @trans4m.bariatric.bodybuilding—to share his raw and inspiring bariatric journey. Rob opens up about his personal struggles with morbid obesity, chronic health conditions like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and how hitting nearly 400 pounds forced him to reevaluate everything—from his physical health to being a present father.

We dive deep into:

How Rob battled hypertension, sleep apnea, and back pain while trying to maintain a career

What it was like living as a "present but absentee" dad and how that shifted after surgery

Why he finally said yes to Roux-en-Y (RNY) gastric bypass surgery after years of failed attempts to lose weight on his own

The moment a chiropractor changed his life with one simple, hard question

His journey through Canada's bariatric surgery system

Losing over 100 pounds with cycling and dealing with setbacks like tendonitis

How mindset coaching, therapy, and practicing gratitude and mindfulness helped reframe his post-op journey

Why emotional eating isn’t shameful—and how to build healthier coping tools that work long-term

The role of community support, Radical Body Transformation prep, and learning how to balance discipline with real life

Rob and Mel discuss everything from post-op plastic surgery to how guilt and generational trauma affect weight regain and emotional eating triggers. You’ll walk away with real-life strategies for managing setbacks, building resilience, and redefining your relationship with food.

💪 Whether you're pre-op, post-op, or supporting someone through a weight loss transformation, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to find strength, self-worth, and sustainability beyond the scale.

🧠 Topics covered:

Bariatric surgery vs. doing it alone

Emotional eating after weight loss surgery

Coping with grief and loss

Cycling and fitness after gastric bypass

Plastics after extreme weight loss

Mindset coaching and the power of radical self-awareness

📍 Listen now and join us on this real, honest, and hope-filled journey. You’re not alone—and this episode proves it.

From Oxygen Tanks to Jeans & Joy: Lashandria’s Powerful Bariatric Surgery Journey

In this deeply personal and transformational episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, we sit down with Lashandria Peek—known as @GracefullyFitJourney—who shares her incredible path from over 578 pounds to reclaiming her independence, her mobility, and her joy. 🙌

🎧 What you’ll hear in this emotional, must-watch episode:

Struggles with obesity from childhood

Life on oxygen + wheelchair before surgery

The trauma, stigma, and resilience behind the scenes

Her experience with the Duodenal Switch weight loss surgery

Mental health battles with depression, food addiction & recovery

What regain looks like 6 years out—and how to take your life back

💡 Whether you're researching bariatric surgery options, exploring the duodenal switch vs gastric sleeve, looking for plus-size weight loss motivation, or trying to manage your post-op mental health, this episode is a must-watch.

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Epi 322

How One Shake Could Simplify Your Entire Morning Routine

In this inspiring episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, Mel sits down with Michael Tecku, the creator of Momentum Shake—a revolutionary protein shake designed to simplify your health, optimize your nutrition, and support bariatric recovery 🌱💪

Michael shares how his personal health journey, his mom’s struggle with diabetes, and a life-altering autoimmune crisis all led to the birth of a product that's changing lives—from busy moms to bariatric warriors to anyone seeking an easier, healthier morning routine.

✅ Low-calorie, high-nutrient breakfast option
✅ Supports weight loss, gut health, and energy
✅ Formulated for bariatric, diabetic, and autoimmune needs
✅ Chocolate milk taste you’ll actually crave 😋

Whether you're post-op bariatric, dealing with chronic inflammation, or just tired of complicated diets—Momentum Shake might be exactly what you need to build better habits with less effort.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.momentumshake.com/
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Epi 321: GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) are reshaping how we treat obesity — but there’s so much confusion and stigma. That’s why we sat down with leading obesity specialist Dr. Spencer Nadolsky for an honest, empowering conversation.

We break down how GLP-1s actually work, why food noise is real, and what people aren’t being told about compounded semaglutide, weight regain after bariatric surgery, and long-term success.

If you’ve felt frustrated, misunderstood, or stuck — this episode is for you. Whether you're post-op, on medication, or considering your options, this episode brings science, support, and real talk together.

💬 Topics we cover:

Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide: What’s the difference?

The truth about compounded medications

Why GLP-1s might still be needed after bariatric surgery

How to talk to your doctor about options

Breaking the stigma: Obesity is not a personal failure

🎧 Listen. Learn. Heal. You’re not alone.

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#GLP1 #WeightLossMedication #OurSleevedLife #Semaglutide #Tirzepatide #ObesityIsADisease #BariatricSurgery #FoodNoise #WeightLossJourney #DrSpencerNadolsky #Mounjaro #Wegovy #Ozempic

Epi 320

In this episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP), we’re diving into the wonderful world of food, nutrition, and all things meal planning! 🥗

Whether you're just starting your weight loss journey or you've been at it for a while, we’re here to share some of our favorite tips and tricks to help you stay on track and actually enjoy the process.

We kick things off by introducing some exciting new initiatives—like the Weekly Chew, where we talk about everything meal prep, freezer meals, and easy recipes to keep you fueled and happy. No more stressing about what's for dinner, folks! With freezer meals and meal planning in your corner, you’ll have more time to focus on what really matters (like living your best life and feeling your best self).

We also introduce a fun new addition to the OSLP family: our Book Club! 📚✨ 

Join us as we read, reflect, and grow together as a community. Personal growth is just as important as physical growth, and our book club is the perfect space to connect with others on the same journey.

So, whether you’re looking to spice up your meal plans, get some recipe inspiration, or just want to join a group of like-minded individuals who’ve got your back—this episode is for YOU! 

Don’t forget to listen in for tips, tricks, and some seriously great advice to keep you moving forward on your journey. 

Let’s do this!

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👉 Join our community for even more support and fun! Whether it's for meal planning tips, bariatric journey stories, or just a place to feel supported—be part of our tribe! 💙

Subscribe, follow, and let’s continue this amazing journey together. We’ve got your back, every step of the way!

From 407 lbs to free, Jessica's bariatric journey is more than just weight loss—it's about reclaiming life, identity, and joy. 💪 In this heartfelt episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, Mel sits down with TikTok sensation @thatbariatricbitch to talk about her powerful transformation after duodenal switch surgery.

🌟 Whether you're researching bariatric surgery recovery, battling gym anxiety, or wondering if DS is right for you, this candid conversation will inspire and inform.

👇 Topics Covered:

Life at 407 pounds & the turning point 🚨

Coping with bullying, body image & identity 🧠

Her post-op reality: pain-free recovery, diet phases, loose skin 💬

Duodenal switch vs gastric bypass insights

Relationship strength through massive change ❤️

Favorite high-protein meals & non-scale victories 🥩🥚

Navigating mental health and self-love post-op 🌱

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#bariatricsurgery #OurSleevedLife #WeightLossJourney

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Epi 318

Murph’s story isn’t just about over 200 pounds lost—it’s about reclaiming life. In this deeply personal episode of The Obese to Beast Podcast by OSLP (Our Sleeved Life Podcast), we dive into Murph’s rollercoaster journey through weight loss surgery, mental health challenges, and the truth behind transforming your body as a man in today’s world.

🧠 From shame and self-doubt to breakthroughs and big wins, Murph shares what it really feels like to go through bariatric surgery as a man—what no one else is talking about.

🎯 Watch if you’ve ever felt stuck, curious about WLS, or needed a reason to believe change is possible.

👇 Connect with Murph & The OSLP Team:🔗 Full Podcast Episode: OSLP YouTube Channel📲 Follow Murph on IG: @murphs_losin_it

🟣 Topics We Cover:

Why Murph said “yes” to weight loss surgery

The emotional toll and male vulnerability

Breaking the stigma: Men need support too

What nobody tells you about post-surgery struggles

His powerful mindset shifts & what’s next

💬 Drop a comment if Murph’s story hits home or if you’re on your own journey—we’re all in this together.

#MensWeightLoss #MurphsJourney #WLSReality #GastricSleeveStory #MaleTransformation #MentalHealthMatters #WeightLossForMen #OSLP

Epi 317

 NEW Episode on OSLP (Our Sleeved Life Podcast)
In this powerful and emotional new episode, Erin (@gottadothis4me_rny) shares her deeply personal weight loss transformation story—one that began with pain, but led to strength, purpose, and love.

From struggling with her weight and mental health to finding the courage to take control, Erin opens up about the moment she decided to take her life back—not just for herself, but for her family. 💪

💬 This conversation touches on:

The emotional toll of being overweight

How Erin’s mindset shift became the turning point

What motivated her to finally make lasting changes

Her ongoing journey with health, confidence, and motherhood

Whether you're on your own health journey, thinking about change, or just need some inspiration—Erin’s story will remind you that transformation is possible.

💖 You are not alone. You are worth the fight.

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🎥 The Hidden Struggle of Transfer Addiction | Amanda & Carey’s Story

In this deeply emotional episode, Amanda Wilson shares the story of her sister Carey—her best friend, her biggest cheerleader, and her soulmate in life.

Carey underwent bariatric surgery, and the results were a success—she lost weight, regained confidence, and seemed to be thriving. But what no one saw coming was the silent shift that began around year three post-surgery: the emergence of transfer addiction.

Carey began struggling with alcohol addiction, a replacement behavior that slowly took over. Despite the love around her, the addiction escalated—and by year five, Carey lost her life.

This episode is not just about grief. It’s a call for awareness—a conversation that needs to happen in recovery circles, weight-loss communities, and with anyone who believes that healing ends after surgery.

💔 You’ll hear:

How Amanda and Carey were inseparable through life and surgery

The timeline of Carey’s decline—how addiction snuck in

Amanda’s fight to understand and make sense of this loss

Why transfer addiction is real and deadly—and needs our attention

🙌 If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for support.
📞 SAMHSA Helpline (USA): 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Confidential. Free. 24/7. You're not alone.

🕊️ In loving memory of Carey. May her story help save others.
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#TransferAddiction #BariatricRecovery #AlcoholAwareness #CareysStory #MentalHealthMatters #GriefAndHealing