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Bariatric Rewrite UK
Helen&Evie
21 episodes
8 hours ago
Send us a text In this cosy, kitchen-table episode, Helen and Evie sit down for a chat about one of the most common post-surgery questions: “What on earth do you eat for dinner?” From bubble and squeak to meatball stews, homemade chicken stock, and freezer favourites, they share what real bariatric meals look like in day-to-day life — minus the perfection, meal-prep pressure, or Pinterest plating. They talk about keeping food interesting when you’re cooking every night, how to make healthy ch...
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Send us a text In this cosy, kitchen-table episode, Helen and Evie sit down for a chat about one of the most common post-surgery questions: “What on earth do you eat for dinner?” From bubble and squeak to meatball stews, homemade chicken stock, and freezer favourites, they share what real bariatric meals look like in day-to-day life — minus the perfection, meal-prep pressure, or Pinterest plating. They talk about keeping food interesting when you’re cooking every night, how to make healthy ch...
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Self-Improvement
Education
Episodes (20/21)
Bariatric Rewrite UK
What’s for Dinner? Real-Life Food, Routines & Bariatric Living
Send us a text In this cosy, kitchen-table episode, Helen and Evie sit down for a chat about one of the most common post-surgery questions: “What on earth do you eat for dinner?” From bubble and squeak to meatball stews, homemade chicken stock, and freezer favourites, they share what real bariatric meals look like in day-to-day life — minus the perfection, meal-prep pressure, or Pinterest plating. They talk about keeping food interesting when you’re cooking every night, how to make healthy ch...
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3 hours ago
45 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
From Grief to Growth: Healing the Hidden Grief After Weight Loss Surgery
Send us a text In this deeply honest and emotional episode, Helen and Evie open up about a part of the bariatric journey that’s rarely spoken about — grief. Not grief in the traditional sense, but the quiet sadness that can come when life changes so dramatically — when you lose not just weight, but old habits, comfort foods, coping mechanisms, and even parts of your identity. They talk candidly about the sense of loss that can follow transformation — the longing for the “old normal,” the disc...
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1 week ago
30 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Coffee, Catch-Ups & The Honest Truth About Life After Surgery
Send us a text In this open, unfiltered chat, Helen and Evie ditch the structure and dive into the real side of life after bariatric surgery — the wins, the wobbles, and everything in between. From navigating food noise, cravings, and regain fears, to finding peace, balance, and purpose beyond the scale, they share how their journeys have evolved nearly two years post-op. They talk openly about mindset shifts, body image, emotional eating, medication side effects, and why surgery is just the ...
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2 weeks ago
43 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
NSV Spotlight: Why the Scale Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story
Send us a text If you’ve ever stepped on the scales, done everything right, and still felt deflated — this one’s for you. 💛 In this heartfelt and empowering episode of The Bariatric Rewrite Podcast, Helen and Evie get real about Non-Scale Victories (NSVs) — the powerful wins that prove your journey is working, even when the numbers don’t move. They unpack why the scale fluctuates (hello, hormones, healing, and hydration!), how daily weigh-ins can mess with your mindset, and why progress is ab...
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3 weeks ago
43 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Breaking Up With Ultra-Processed Foods: How Hidden Ingredients Hijack Your Hunger, Hormones, and Health
Send us a text Ultra-processed foods are everywhere — even in products that look healthy. In this eye-opening episode of the Bariatric Rewrite Podcast, Helen and Evie unpack what’s really hiding in our cupboards, how UPFs affect our hormones, cravings, and gut health, and why they can make life after bariatric surgery or GLP-1 medications so much harder. Learn how to: • Spot hidden sugars, sweeteners, and emulsifiers on labels • Understand the science behind blood-sugar spikes and...
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4 weeks ago
57 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Micro-Habits That Make or Break Post-Op Life
Send us a text It’s not the sweeping changes that keep you thriving after bariatric surgery — it’s the tiny, almost invisible habits that add up over time. In this episode of the Bariatric Rewrite Podcast, we shine a light on the micro-habits that make or break long-term success: chewing with intention, hydration rhythms, sleep routines, and those “hidden” choices that keep food noise at bay. If you’ve been wondering why motivation fades or results stall, the answer might not be about trying ...
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1 month ago
36 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Why “Everything in Moderation” Can Backfire After Bariatric Surgery
Send us a text “Just have a little bit.” Sounds balanced… until it isn’t. In this candid episode, Helen and Evie unpack why the “everything in moderation” mantra can become a slippery slope after bariatric surgery—especially if food addiction, bingeing, or emotional eating are part of your story. They talk trigger foods, food noise, and why your stomach may be smaller but your brain chemistry still plays by old rules. You’ll hear practical ways to swap moderation for protection: red/amber/gre...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
GLP-1 Medications: Ozempic, Wegovy & Mounjaro – Miracle Drug or Just a Tool?
Send us a text In this episode of the Bariatric Rewrite Podcast, Helen and Evie break down the hype and reality of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Saxenda, and even oral options like Rybelsus. These drugs are often called “miracle weight loss injections,” but are they really? We cover: How GLP-1s work on hunger, fullness, and blood sugar.The similarities and differences between GLP-1s and bariatric surgery.Side effects, costs, and NHS guidelines in the UK.What happens when y...
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1 month ago
48 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Supplements After Bariatric Surgery: What’s Worth It and What’s Just Hype?
Send us a text In this episode of The Bariatric Rewrite Podcast, Helen and Evie dive into the confusing world of supplements after bariatric surgery. From supermarket multivitamins to bariatric-specific formulas, magnesium TikTok trends, ketone esters, mushroom blends, and superfruits like baobab — they cut through the noise to share what’s truly essential, what’s a nice-to-have, and what’s mostly hype. They discuss: Why multivitamins are a non-negotiable after sleeve or bypass surgery.How ir...
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1 month ago
45 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Trigger Foods After Bariatric Surgery: Why They Take Control (and How to Take It Back)
Send us a text In this episode of The Bariatric Rewrite Podcast, Helen and Evie dive into the powerful world of trigger foods — the ones that spark cravings, hijack your brain’s reward system, and can even cause painful side effects after bariatric surgery. They explore: Why certain foods feel impossible to resist (hint: it’s not about willpower).The difference between physical triggers (like dumping syndrome) and psychological triggers (like food noise or binge patterns).How ultra-processed ...
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2 months ago
46 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Finding Joy Beyond Food: Hobbies After Bariatric Surgery & GLP-1s
Send us a text Life after bariatric surgery or starting GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro often means one big question: what do I do now that food is no longer my main hobby? In this heartfelt episode of The Bariatric Rewrite UK, Helen and Evie explore how to rediscover joy, connection, and purpose through hobbies and new experiences. They share personal stories of filling the “food-shaped gap” with everything from creative crafts and choirs to wild swimming and walking grou...
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2 months ago
40 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
From Rock Bottom to Marathons: Danaye's Bariatric & GLP-1 Journey
Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Bariatric Rewrite UK, we sit down with Danaye — one of our amazing coaches, who has lived every step of the journey herself. From life at her heaviest weight, to starting GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro, to ultimately choosing bariatric surgery in Mexico, Danaye shares the raw highs and lows of transformation. She opens up about the moment she knew change had to happen, the reality of surgery recovery, running her first marathon within a year pos...
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2 months ago
43 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Why Willpower Won’t Win: The Science Behind Obesity and What Really Works
Send us a text Willpower has been oversold as the magic fix for weight loss — but the science says otherwise. In this episode, Helen and Evie dive into the latest research showing how biology, genetics, sleep, environment, and even the type of food processing can influence your weight far more than sheer determination. We break down why bariatric surgery is a powerful tool but not a cure, explore cutting-edge studies like the 2025 trial revealing that minimally processed foods can doubl...
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2 months ago
40 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Let’s Talk About Fibre: What You Need to Know After Bariatric Surgery or on GLP-1s
Send us a text Fibre isn’t just about keeping things moving — it’s a powerhouse for gut health, cravings, blood sugar balance, and long-term weight maintenance, especially after bariatric surgery or when taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, or Mounjaro. In this episode, Evie and Helen break down what fibre actually is, why it matters so much post-op, how to add it without bloating, and the surprising link between fibre and your gut microbiome. They share personal stories about what ...
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3 months ago
48 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Travel Tips After Bariatric Surgery & on GLP-1s
Send us a text Travelling after bariatric surgery or while on GLP-1s like Ozempic or Wegovy can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, Helen and Evie share their best tips for staying on track while away from home, without the all-or-nothing mindset. We cover everything from what to pack, how to handle eating out, managing food noise on the go, and staying grounded without falling into binge or “holiday mode” spirals. Whether you’re heading off on a plane, a road trip, o...
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3 months ago
42 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
When Food Isn't the Fix Anymore: Understanding Transfer Addiction After Bariatric Surgery
Send us a text In this raw and honest episode, we dive into a topic that isn’t talked about enough: transfer addiction. What happens when food is no longer your escape — but something else starts to take its place? Whether you’ve had a gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, or are taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic or Wegovy, many people find that once food is taken off the table, the emotional void doesn’t just disappear. It shifts. And suddenly, you might find yourself leaning on shopping, alco...
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3 months ago
33 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Craving Rescue: What to Do Instead of Eating
Send us a text In this episode, we explore what’s really driving your cravings — especially after bariatric surgery or while using GLP-1 medications — and what you can do instead of reaching for food. Whether you’ve had a gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, or are navigating life after medication like Ozempic or Wegovy, we share practical tools to help you manage emotional eating, food noise, and boredom cravings. From five-minute resets to long-term hobbies, we’ll help you build a life that does...
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3 months ago
40 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Bariatric Surgery Abroad: Is Turkey Worth the Risk?
Send us a text This week Evie and Helen dive into one of the most talked-about topics in the bariatric world: weight loss surgery abroad — with a spotlight on Turkey. Helen shares her honest experience of travelling to Turkey for her gastric sleeve, including what went well, what she didn’t expect, and what she wouldn’t do again. Evie compares this to her own UK-based surgery and the very different aftercare that followed. Together, they unpack: Why people choose surgery abroad (and what it c...
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3 months ago
39 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Life After Bariatric Surgery - The Honeymoon Phase
Send us a text The Truth About Life After Weight Loss Surgery. A raw, honest look at what no one tells you — regain, returning food noise and the fear of falling off the wagon! Evie and Helen discuss what happens after the honeymoon phase, the gap in support post-op and why mindset is everything. Support the show Find out more about us as rewritelifestyle.co.uk Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substit...
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4 months ago
33 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Shenelle’s Story – From Rock Bottom to Rewrite
Send us a text In this powerful episode, we welcome Shenelle – co-founder of Rewrite – to share her deeply personal journey through alcohol and food addiction, bariatric surgery, and the road to long-term recovery. Shenelle opens up about what led her to surgery and the moment everything changed. She talks honestly about the mental and physical challenges she faced, and what inspired her to start Rewrite – a programme that’s now helped hundreds of women take their lives back. If you’ve ever f...
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4 months ago
44 minutes

Bariatric Rewrite UK
Send us a text In this cosy, kitchen-table episode, Helen and Evie sit down for a chat about one of the most common post-surgery questions: “What on earth do you eat for dinner?” From bubble and squeak to meatball stews, homemade chicken stock, and freezer favourites, they share what real bariatric meals look like in day-to-day life — minus the perfection, meal-prep pressure, or Pinterest plating. They talk about keeping food interesting when you’re cooking every night, how to make healthy ch...