Hi, I'm Dr. Susan Mitchell, your bariatric dietitian
With a focus on nutrition before and after bariatric surgery and for weight loss drugs, I teach you how to eat for success now and down the road while conquering cravings, emotional eating and weight regain. Get the nutrition information you need to know on my Bariatric Surgery Success podcast.
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2-week meal plans & recipes
Think of it as a roadmap that provides inspiration and practical solutions to help you learn a tasty and healthful way to eat.Â
From English Muffin Breakfast Pizzas and Cedar Planked Salmon with Grilled Asparagus to One Pan Basil Chicken and Steak & Veggie Kabobs, Iâm all about real good food that's bariatric friendly.
Now you can push those protein shakes aside and share a meal with family and friends. Whether you want a super simple snack or a full meal, these plans and recipes will serve it up.

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Is today one of those days when youâre thinking to yourself "Iâve been working so hard since my bariatric surgery and Iâm not where I want to be. I feel like Iâm sliding backwards. Iâm burned out."
I hear you. It does seem like there are so many âto-dosâ after surgery that you can feel overwhelmedâŚ"you mean, I have to do this forever?" Take a deep breathâŚ. itâs time for a little soul care. Try what I call 'radical doability' before and after bariatric surgery using the mnemonic REST: R.E.S.T.
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What Listeners Say about the Bariatric Surgery Success Podcast
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Lyolka
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"Thank you for the very helpful tips! I’m getting ready to have the surgery and your podcast really helps me to learn more! Great format, not too lengthy, straight to the point. Love the energy and enthusiasm in your voice!"
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Goldie Stardust
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"#1 Bariatric podcast. Best bariatric podcast out there, hands down! Essential information! Helpful, concise explanations. This awesome lady has been my hero, my trusted buddy, and my go-to."
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 Jo
"Thank you for this podcast, itâs the best one out there xx"
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"Great help for this life-changing journey. Glad to have found this podcast! So much information from the very beginning of the process to beyond the first few stages. Thank you for giving us extra tools for our toolbox!"
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Whether you've had bariatric surgery or plan to, this community is for you. Do you want help with weight regain, cravings or emotional eating? Dealing with dumping syndrome? Not sure about carbs and if you can eat them. This is the group to share and talk about whatever is a real pain...whatever frustrates you and holds you back. The great thing about a private group is that you can share what's on your mind and find support and accountability.
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