The Weight Loss Collab

Can you feel the earth shaking? That’s Dr. Dovec and Hannah buzzing over their new adventure with BodyByBariatrics Weight Loss & Bariatric Surgery Program!

The DoctorXDietitian collab have officially opened their (virtual) doors to offer comprehensive medical and surgical obesity treatment options.

Here, they describe their liberating journey that has been chock full of highlights and lessons.

Dr. Dovec and Hannah, RD are disrupting the way obesity is treated. They are uncompromisingly focused on personalized care experiences and sustainable results. Their services cover everyone from the novice to the seasoned weight loss veteran. This podcast spans the personal (spice rack, anyone?) to the professionally bougie. Listen in for all the deets!

The antidote to stress and anxiety might surprise you.

In Part 3 of the SOS series, the Doctor and Dietitian discus solitude as imperative to overcoming challenges and achieving fulfillment.

Have you ever done a solo audit? How do you feel when you are exploring, building, creating, working, and just being... alone?

Fear of being alone often makes us stay in the wrong situations and relationships rather than being authentically confident, comfortable, and content. Loneliness inhibits our ability for growth.

Getting to know yourself is foundational to tackling life's MINDfields.

Profoundly, yet simply, in all aspects of life, solitude is the beginning of joy.

🆘 = A Collection of Conversations to navigate life’s MINDfields.

Your favorite doctor and dietitian duo are back with a brand-new series. This one will tackle Stress, Overwhelming Anxiety, and Solitude.

Anxiety can crop up for any number of reasons, and sometimes it can be completely overwhelming. Maybe you feel anxious about your relationships, your work, or potential dangerous situations. Feeling anxious is not fun, but have you ever considered how it could be a strength for you?

In this episode, the doctor dietitian collab break down anxiety and how to use it to your advantage.

🆘 = A Collection of Conversations to navigate life’s MINDfields.

Your favorite doctor and dietitian duo are back with a brand-new series. This one will tackle Stress, Overwhelming Anxiety, and Solitude.

Who’s stressed? Not me. I’m fine. Why are we so good at faking being fine? Guess what - I see you faking it. 👀 

SOS signals distress. Are you waving the white flag? We get that you can feel like you're drowning in the ocean of emotion. Stress is crushing - it feels like a physical weight that crushes us physically and emotionally. Stress is exhausting. Yet. We are totally fine. Nothing to see here.

Mental tension can be a nuisance or can put us in a constant state of debilitating worry. Stress can rob you of quality years. The physiologic changes can negatively impact our well-being.

The Doctor Dietitian Collab get vulnerable and relatable in this first of series episode -  stress: the good, the bad, and the solutions! The duo break down how stress impacts your every day life, your health, and can even be a tool to help you with your goals. Listen for some solutions.

Meh. Vitamins. Minerals. Micronutrients. YAWN!

Vitamins and minerals may not be the most exciting thing to think about, but being compliant with your multivitamin and calcium citrate recommendations after bariatric surgery could change, improve, and even save your life.

Nutritional deficiencies are unnecessary and can be debilitating. The impact of noncompliance can lead to irreversible damage to the fabulous body you are working so hard to obtain. The DoctorXDietitian collab help you follow the basics to ensure your daily habit is easy as it is imperative to follow.

What should you take? When should you take it? WHY should you care? Your favorite doctor and dietitian are here to get you set up for success! Listen to this week's bariatric podcast to help you not just survive but thrive in your weight loss surgery journey.

But what about loose skin??

The DoctorXDietitian duo welcomes plastic surgeon, Dr. Stephanie Poris of Poris Plastic Surgery, to discuss body contouring after bariatric and weight loss surgery.

From head to thigh, Dr. Poris breaks down all of the surgical options to keep a youthful appearance that is uniquely you. She discusses a personalized approach that prioritizes your concerns to improve functionality and confidence.

Everything from navigating insurance, finding a legitimately trained expert, and enjoying a fabulously sophisticated and fun patient experience are discussed on this week's podcast.

Listen to our full episode to learn your options, maximally prepare, and set expectations for an optimal recovery.

Desiree Mize (aka WokeUpLikeDez) never set out to share her journey to better health with the world, but when she stepped out of anonymity, she became a bariatric community sensation. The DoctorXDietitian duo has a candid conversation with the six-year post-op veteran.

Desiree grew up in a full house run by her superhuman mom, who instilled in her children an unwavering desire to achieve their dreams. When Desiree tipped the scale at 300 pounds, she hit her not-so-magical breaking point and decided to have gastric bypass surgery. 

Relatable, funny, and down-to-earth, you can't help but be enthralled by her determination and infectious zeal for life. 

With her larger-than-life personality, Desiree tells all as she emotionally recounts both the challenges and incredible achievements of her amazing weight loss journey. 

Sleep when you’re dead? If you want to get the most out of life, think again. On this week’s DoctorXDietitian weight loss and bariatric surgery podcast episode, the collab is serving up a big dose of Vitamin Zzzzzzzz! 😴

Sleep's role is just as important as diet and exercise in achieving your health goals. A lack of quality sleep alters hunger cues, negatively impacts impulse control, and raises stress and anxiety response. In addition, it can increase your risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and depression.

What and when you eat plays a hugely important role in the quality of your rest. Hannah offers some applicable behavioral and nutrition tips to improve your sleep quality…TONIGHT!

If you’re stuck on a weight stall, look closely at your sleep habits for a solution. Never waste a second you can spend restoring your body with sleep!

Say what?! Hot girls poop, too? 

From diarrhea to constipation and achieving that elusive “perfect poop” in between, bowel habits are an essential part of overall good health.

The DoctorXDietitian duo chats with Dr. Susan Kais, board-certified gastroenterologist and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) expert, about what’s normal and when it’s time to seek further medical evaluation.

Dr. Kais gives a breakdown on achieving gut greatness on the Bristol Stool Chart, colonoscopy screening recommendations, and the challenges of getting regular - especially after bariatric surgery!

Happy Pooping!

Why are we doing an episode about addiction?

Because for many patients, food is their drug. The transfer of compulsive eating behavior to other forms of addiction is more common than you'd think. It can occur in up to 30% of post-op bariatric surgery patients.

The DoctorXDietitian team tackles the risk factors for developing addictive behaviors after weight loss surgery.

Just like obesity, addiction does not discriminate. It can happen to anyone, so identifying the signs and symptoms and, most importantly, knowing how and where to reach out for help is critical.

To improve ourselves, we must first know ourselves. Admitting you are struggling is a courageous first step. The bariatric community can be a safe haven with a multitude of resources to help you cope and get through life's most challenging times.