Your trusted hub for real stories, expert advice, and life-changing insights into the world of bariatric surgery and weight management.
Hosted by clinical nutritionist Jacqui Lewis, the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast brings you inspiring patient journeys, in-depth discussions with leading specialists, and the latest evidence-based information on obesity, metabolic health, PCOS, mental wellness, and post-surgery life. Whether you’re preparing for weight loss surgery, supporting a loved one, or seeking long-term tools for sustainable health, our blog brings podcast highlights, extended interviews, and practical tips directly to you.
Because weight loss isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, personal, and deeply human. And you’re not alone on this journey.
What happens when progress stalls, pain flares, and kindness becomes the real work. “I wasn’t prepared for how quickly my inner dialogue would become hypercritical. What I actually needed was kindness.” — Alex Lauren Beyond the Highlight Reel Social media is full of bariatric success stories — milestone numbers, dramatic before-and-afters, and steady downward graphs. But five months post-op, Alex Lauren shares a truth many people aren’t prepared for: the hardest part isn’t always physical. In this deeply honest episode of the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast, host Jacqui Lewis sits down with Alex to talk about what happens when surgery doesn’t magically silence the inner critic — especially when chronic illness is part of the picture. This is not a story about kilos lost. It’s a story about resilience, mindset, and redefining progress. 🧠 When the First Stall Hits Hard Alex explains that her first weight-loss stall wasn’t physically
What happens when progress stalls, pain flares, and kindness becomes the real work. “I wasn’t prepared for how quickly my inner dialogue would become hypercritical. What I actually needed was kindness.” — Alex Lauren Beyond the Highlight Reel Social media is full of bariatric success stories — milestone numbers, dramatic
Rethinking how we measure health — and why it might be time to step off the scales. “Weight is what you weigh. Obesity is a condition of how your body’s tissues are balanced. They’re not the same thing.” — Dr. Cal Paterson ⚖️ Rethinking the Scale: What Are We Really
Testing Your Metabolism: The Missing Piece in Weight Management with John Wright How understanding your metabolism can change the way you approach weight loss forever “You wouldn’t take your car to the mechanic and have it weighed. You’d test how its engine performs. That’s what metabolic testing does for your
Why the future of obesity treatment isn’t “either/or” but “both/and” The Truth About GLP-1 Medications and Bariatric Surgery with Dr. Melissa Beitner 🔬 The Evolving Landscape of Obesity Treatment For years, obesity treatment was seen as a choice between surgery or medication. But that black-and-white thinking is changing. In this
Unpacking money stories, self-worth, and the hidden blocks that hold women back 💡 Why Smart Women Still Struggle With Money You can be brilliant at your career, successful in business, and highly educated—yet still feel stuck, ashamed, or overwhelmed when it comes to money. Why? In this episode of the
A Modern Conversation About Fertility with Kirsten Karchmer Rethinking conception, hormones, and the power of listening to your body “Your menstrual cycle is the most powerful diagnostic tool we have — and it’s free.” – Kirsten Karchmer 🌱 Rethinking Fertility: More Than Trying Harder When it comes to fertility, the
