Introduction
Weight loss surgery is big business. And it's becoming the norm. It's sold as the solution to so many concerns - health issues, body image, food relationship. But does it solve those concerns across the board?
This episode explores:
- the evidence of "success" behind various weight loss surgeries
- the complications and realities
- what isn't being talked about from someone with lived experience
- support for those considering the surgery and who've had it
Resources mentioned:
- Weight Loss Surgery Market Data Trends 2020-2028
- NHMRC 2013 Review of Bariatric Surgery Outcomes (*fatphobic content warning)
- 2019 paper looking at suicide rates post weight-loss surgery
- 5-year post-op follow up of nutritional considerations for weight loss surgery patients
- 2017 paper exploring long term nutritional considerations for weight loss surgery patients
- Review published in 2019 exploring body image and weight loss surgery
- Brilliant episodes (31 + 32) of the Unpacking Weight Science Podcast by Fiona Willer PhD, examining HAES and Weight Loss Surgery
- Mariana's English Instagram account and her website
- Mariana's books including The Heaviest Surgery
- September 2021 cohort of my Food Freedom Program
- Book a discovery call or email me to discuss the program
- Seeking professional support
- Food and Body Freedom Facebook community
