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.
Weight loss surgery is often seen as a “before and after” story. But what happens after the surgery? What does real life look like months — and even years — later? In this powerful episode, Jacqui and Kate share their lived experiences with bariatric surgery, opening up about identity shifts, emotional healing, food relationships, and the reality of long-term maintenance This isn’t just a story about weight loss — it’s about rebuilding confidence, reclaiming health, and redefining what success truly means. The Real Goal of Weight Loss Surgery One of the key themes in the episode is that surgery is a tool — not a magic fix The real goal? Improved health markers (blood pressure, diabetes risk, mobility) Better quality of life Increased energy and confidence Sustainable habits Emotional growth and self-awareness Research shows that bariatric surgery can lead to: 50–70% excess weight loss on average Significant improvement or
Weight loss surgery is often seen as a “before and after” story. But what happens after the surgery? What does real life look like months — and even years — later? In this powerful episode, Jacqui and Kate share their lived experiences with bariatric surgery, opening up about identity shifts,
Many women have been told, “It’s just hormones”—but what if your period is trying to tell you something far more important? Pain, heavy bleeding, and unpredictable cycles are often dismissed as normal, yet they can reveal critical insights about your hormonal, metabolic, and overall health. In our latest episode of
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
