Bariatric surgery, the surgical intervention for weight loss, can feel like a necessary, last-ditch attempt for many people. But what are the implications? In today’s episode, fellow nutrition professional Aoife McMahon and I discuss this and more. 

 

We speak about:

 

• Aoife’s experience working as a bariatric dietitian 

• The different types of bariatric surgery 

• How bariatric surgery may affect one's relationship with food

• Going abroad for bariatric surgery and the concerns surrounding this

• The benefits of specialist, weight-inclusive nutrition and/or psychological support if considering bariatric surgery

• The interconnectedness between trauma and the desire for weight loss

• The potential risks associated with bariatric surgery

• How bariatric surgery may complicate an already disordered relationship with food

• The dietary changes that are required pre and post-surgery

 

Aoife, AKA thatirishdietitian, is a specialist in the weight-inclusive field, with a unique background as an ex-weight loss dietitian. Aoife aims to help you move beyond a world of scales and food obsession, embrace life with confidence, and be at peace with your body. Aoife currently offers one-to-one counselling, blending nutritional expertise and therapeutically informed approaches to help you achieve your most radical food & body freedom dreams.

 

Disclaimer: Please note that the content of today's discussion is for general information purposes only and does not constitute individual medical or dietetic advice.

 

P.S. This episode is not a place where Aoife or I will be shaming anyone who is considering bariatric surgery or has undergone it in the past. Education and informed consent are very important when making a decision about your health. This episode aims to support you in that so that you can do what's best for you.

 

How I can support you:

 

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