4. What can you eat after WLS?

In this episode, I dive deep about my personal journey with nutrition after bariatric surgery—what I got wrong, what I learned, and how I coach my clients to avoid the same mistakes. Too many people think surgery is the finish line when it's actually just the starting point.I break down the biggest misconceptions about weight loss after surgery, the science of behavior change, and why tracking your food (yes, every bite) is a game-changer. We’ll talk about portion sizes, the phases of your bariatric journey, and how to move from strict tracking to true food freedom—without regaining the weight.I also dive into how I teach my clients to track effectively, make informed food choices, and navigate the mental side of this transformation. Whether you’re freshly post-op or years into your journey, this episode will give you the tools to build a sustainable, balanced lifestyle that lasts.00:00 Introduction to Nutrition in Bariatrics02:48 Personal Journey and Misconceptions about Surgery06:11 Understanding Behavior Change and Nutrition09:08 Tracking Food and Learning Nutritional Values12:11 The Importance of Portion Control15:14 Teaching Clients to Track Nutrition17:55 Navigating the Honeymoon Phase20:46 Advanced Tracking Techniques24:02 Understanding Reason and Season in Nutrition26:48 Achieving Food Freedom and Sustainable HabitsNeed help dialing in your nutrition after bariatric surgery? Take our free metabolic assessment!