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.
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 body.” — John Wright ⚙️ Why We’ve Been Looking at Weight the Wrong Way For decades, most weight management has revolved around one number: the scale. But as John Wright, co-founder of Metabolic Health Solutions (MHS), explains, that number tells you nothing about how your body actually works. In this episode of the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast, host Jacqui Lewis and John dive into how metabolic testing provides insight into your unique physiology — revealing whether your body burns more fat or carbohydrates, how efficiently it converts food into energy, and what that means for long-term weight management. 🔬
with Nicole Lange | AWLS Podcast “When you help, you see life as weak; when you fix, you see life as broken — but when you’re in service, you see life as whole and beautiful.” Reimagining Women’s Health Through a Holistic Lens In a world dominated by symptom-focused treatments, Nicole
Midlife wellness begins with understanding your hormones and metabolism. Midlife isn’t just a phase—it’s a profound hormonal shift that can impact your weight, energy, mood, and mental clarity. In this transformative episode of the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast, GP and lifestyle medicine physician Dr Lucy Burns joins host Jacqui
The Real Impact of Weight Stigma and How the Weight Issues Network is Creating Change Andrew and Theresa from the Weight Issues Network lead a powerful movement for change in obesity care. Obesity is far more than just a number on the scales. It is deeply intertwined with stigma, inequitable
When Surgery Becomes Strength: Resilience and Leadership with Jess Unsworth Bariatric surgery is often viewed through a lens of extremes: for some, it’s seen as a quick fix, while for others, it’s the last resort after years of struggling with obesity. In this powerful episode of the Australian Weight Loss
Breaking the Fertility-Obesity Cycle: Expert Insights from Dr. Toby Angstmann Obesity is more than a number on the scale—it’s a complex condition that can impact nearly every system in the body, including reproductive health. In this powerful episode of the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast, Dr. Toby Angstmann, fertility specialist
Obesity Treatment in Australia: Bariatric Surgery & GLP-1 Medications with Dr. Alex Craven and Bariatric Nutritionist Jacqui Lewis Obesity is a multifaceted health condition influenced by genetic, environmental, and biological factors, requiring a comprehensive, team-based, and personalized approach to treatment. In a compelling episode of the Australian Weight Loss Surgery
