Podcasts by Life With Liz

The Unplanned Agenda - What I Didn‘t Expect from 2021-12-15T20:34:26

Surgery changes a lot of things: our weight, our appearance, our mind set... but did you realize how much it would change others around you? 

How To Tell Other People You Had WLS from 2021-12-01T17:38:58

So you've lost weight and people are noticing? That's okay! 

Sure, telling people you had weightless surgery (WLS) can sometimes trigger old insecurities, but one should never be...

Can You Go Meatless After VSG? from 2021-11-23T02:44

Protein is all most talk about after weight loss surgery. There is a popular misconception that “meat” is the only real source of protein and so it’s impossible to follow a vegetarian diet after...

Back to the Basics from 2021-11-16T03:00

Need to go back to the basics with the bariatric diet? Liz is giving her 5 tips on what she's doing to get her healthy lifestyle back on track. 

10 Steps to a Healthy Holiday Season from 2021-11-09T02:56

The holiday season can be quite challenging after bariatric surgery. Planning ahead can help, but so can these tips and tricks! Don't forget to enjoy the holidays, too. This is a time for smiles...

Vitamins and Minerals from 2021-11-02T03:16

After bariatric surgery, it is recommended that you initiate vitamin and mineral supplements. Vitamins and minerals are important after bariatric surgery, but everybody always seems so confused ...

Taking Back Control: Emotional Eating from 2021-10-19T02:16

A few weeks ago, BariatricPal.com sent out an article on ways to avoid stressful eating. Liz found it so helpful, she wanted to share.

Plus, find out what celebrity she met on a ...

10 Tips to Boosting Our Health from 2021-10-05T02:59

With a smaller tummy, our immune system boosting needs a little extra TLC.  While we will likely never be completely immune from all diseases, a nutrient-packed diet combined with healthy lifest...

Self Care After Bariatric Surgery from 2021-09-28T02:58

After last week's episode of Liz venting just a bit about the things that bother her, this week she's bringing something new! Liz talks about the four steps needed, after bariatric surgery, to h...

And We‘re Back, Baby! from 2021-09-21T03:30

Liz is back for another season of "Life With Liz". After taking a break from social media and bariatric boards - for her own sanity - she's back and sharing her thoughts on self accountability, ...

5 Steps to Break a Stall from 2021-06-07T02:42

Stalls are going to happen after bariatric surgery. It is just part of the journey. I have found by doing these 5 things, I am a lot more open-minded and get back on track quicker. Take the time...

Dining Out - VSG Style from 2021-05-31T03:02

Dining out after bariatric surgery is intimidating, or at least it is for many folks. But, it's manageable. Liz faces this issue a lot in her life due to her business schedule, but she's found s...

Breakfast Like a Bariatric Patient from 2021-05-24T02:39

The most important thing after Bariatric surgery is to follow the plan. Falling into old habits happens from time to time, but as long as there is a plan, you'll be able to get back on track. Li...

Hunger Signals After Bariatric Surgery from 2021-05-17T20:51:18

It is well known that hunger is a common complaint after weight loss surgery. But is it physical hunger or mind hunger? Liz gives you her opinions. 

13 Questions to Ask Before Surgery from 2021-05-10T09:28:31

There are probably a million questions to ask both yourself and your doctor, but Liz provides the top 13 things to ask in the episode before having bariatric surgery. 

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What is Dumping Syndrome? from 2021-04-26T03:09

Liz has tried to avoid this topic, because who really likes talking about that bathroom situations, but it is time to discuss dumping syndrome. And yes, it is as gross as it sounds. 

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Fat Brain - What Is It? from 2021-04-19T03:17

Have you ever heard the term “Fat Brain”? Liz hadn't, until she heard herself say the phrase. But, maybe you have heard another term that has a similar meaning? Although we don’t like the term, ...

20 Things to Know - Bariatric Surgery from 2021-04-12T02:46

20 Things That All Bariatric Patients Need to Know - If you’re considering bariatric surgery or know someone that is, Liz has a few tips from her own experiences. Take away what you can, but kno...

Every Win Counts from 2021-04-05T02:30

We define a Non-Scale Victory (NSV) as a word that conveys a result, object, goal, outcome or feeling generally used revolving around a feel-good moment. The NSV’s of weightless surgeries can ba...

Being Mentally Prepared Matters from 2021-03-29T03:01

Getting surgery is always a big deal, but Bariatric Surgery has many more layers. Besides making sure your body is healthy enough for the procedure, your emotional state is just as vital for you...

Getting Back On Track With The Lifestyle from 2021-03-22T02:50

Whether you are two months out, six months out, or five years out... falling off track can happen to anyone. What is important to do is to recognize that you are getting off track. In this episo...

Be Prepared - 5 Post Surgery Things to Watch For from 2021-03-08T03:06

There's a lot of people who will tell you only the highlights of Bariatric Surgery. Or the folks who only tell you the worst parts of post surgery life. But what about the other stuff? The exper...

Things Nobody Told Me from 2021-03-01T03:01

There are a lot of things you're warned about before surgery. No sugar, no soda, mandatory diet changes, etc. 

But what about the things you don't know about? Are prepared for? Liz recoun...

The Hair Loss Episode from 2021-02-22T09:58:57

Hair loss can be traumatic after Bariatric Surgery, as Liz well knows. It isn't preventable but there are steps you can take to help the process. Listen to learn more!

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The Caffeine Episode from 2021-02-08T17:40:45

The question Bariatric patients ask all the time is Why No Caffeine?

Well, Liz has an answer for you. 

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The More You Know Part 2 - VSG Lifestyle from 2021-02-01T03:00

Liz spoke last week about things that helped her pre-surgery, now she's talking about the changes she made post surgery to keep her journey successful. She also recen...

The More You Know - VSG from 2021-01-25T09:12:05

Liz reviews the ten changes she made to make her journey through life, post surgery, easier. There's a lot to know when undergoing Bariatric Surgery and she is here to tell you her story. 

Will I Need Plastic Surgery? My Post VSG Life from 2021-01-18T12:26:48

So often, Liz is asked the same questions over and over. Will she need plastic surgery? Can she eat whatever she wants? Isn't the tool doing 100% of the work?

So today, she sits down to t...

The Alcohol Episode - Bariatric Style from 2021-01-11T03:01

The holidays had Liz thinking, what is alcohol doing to her body? She allowed herself to indulge, but then she stalled. How to get back on track?

Plus, find out how her 6 month check in w...

The Sugar Episode from 2020-12-28T03:00

Over the holidays, Liz founds herself snacking on too many treats. That got her thinking, what is sugar really doing to our bodies?

Listen to find out. 

5 VSG Myths To Know from 2020-12-21T10:10:18

Happy holidays, y'all! 

This week, let's chat about VSG myths.

Common sense rules that often get overlooked. 

Things To Know About VSG Post Operation from 2020-12-13T11:24:59

Life With Liz is all about the bariatric journey through VSG (gastric sleeve) surgery, the ups and down, the zigs and zags, and what Liz has learned through it all. This week? Well, it is about ...

7 Things to Know About VSG Before Surgery from 2020-12-06T03:08

Before having VSG or any bariatric surgery, Liz has some advice for you. Plus, she recounts her week and how a small victory in her journey changed her outlook for the week!

Plus...

8 Steps To Get Back On Track - VSG LIFE from 2020-11-29T12:50:34

Has the excitement of having weight loss surgery dwindled for you? Have you gone back to some old unhealthy behaviors? Well, you are not alone. As Here are eight simp...

Holidays With VSG? from 2020-11-26T02:15

Holidays make everything seem so tricky when it comes to our Bariatric Lifestyle, doesn't it? How do we go to parties? How do we not regain? How can we still enjoy the traditions? 

Well, ...

Life With Liz This Particular Week from 2020-11-14T16:07

Life is chaotic and this week was no exception. Sometimes, Liz just needs you to talk to and hopes you're willing to listen. 

This is Liz. 

Accountability - VSG Style from 2020-11-08T03:24

Sometimes Liz gets on a soap box and preaches, especially after some crazy, hectic work days. This week is one of those times where Liz let life get to her. How is she handling it? Listen to fin...

VSG Buddies - Sarah's Story from 2020-11-01T04:00

Liz speaks very highly of the relationships she's made thanks to her VSG journey. Today, she's introducing to to the shrinking violet herself, Sarah. Find out what Sarah's journey is like, how i...

What 5 Questions Am I Always Asked? VSG from 2020-10-25T04:00

There are questions every VSG patient gets, and Liz is no exception. In this week's episode, Liz details the 5 questions she gets all the time. Plus, she details what her 3 month post op appoint...

A Hex in the West - Chapter One from 2020-10-21T03:00

Sabrina Kent’s world is rocked upside down when her friend and confidant, Deputy Bryan, is suddenly murdered. And she’s the lead suspect! When a tall, dark and handsome investigator shows up to...

My Birthday Week of Excuses - VSG Stories from 2020-10-18T03:20

Liz celebrated her birthday recently, but not all went as planned. A trip to Mexico was canceled due to a hurricane, so she & her husband had to pivot with their plans. Liz let her self indulge ...

Nurse Ratchet, er... Russian - VSG Recovery Tales from 2020-10-04T03:02

You've heard from Liz on what it is like to be the patient, but what about her husband who took care of her during her recovery? The Russian joins this week to talk about the process, start to f...

Be Your Own Warrior - VSG and RNY from 2020-09-27T03:00

Being a "Bariatric Warrior" isn't just a saying. It's a mentality and a lifestyle. Liz has her reasons for being so strong in her VSG lifestyle convictions, why she made changes and why she's no...

5 Things I Didn't Expect After VSG Surgery from 2020-09-20T03:01

We all have our expectations going into bariatric surgery, but have you ever thought about the positives you didn't expect? Find out what Liz has realized 11 weeks post op from VSG surgery!

5 Things Not To Do Post VSG Surgery from 2020-09-13T03:50

Liz may only be 9 weeks out from her VSG surgery, but she's done a lot of research on the do's and don'ts of bariatric surgery. She has 5 tips of what. not to do in order to be successful in you...

Two Months VSG Post Op! from 2020-09-06T03:28

Liz has officially reached her 8 week post op milestone! She's down 34lbs and has a whole list of the things she's noticed, said goodbye to and given into. Let her lessons help you in your VSG j...

VSG -5 Tips For Recovery Week1 from 2020-08-23T03:00

Liz shares the tips that helped her recover week one of post op. Surgery can be rough, but there are steps to make yourself much more comfortable!

Plus, Liz had a small issue with her inc...

A Week of Losses - VSG from 2020-08-16T03:00

This week, Liz lost enough hair to make the decision to chop off her long locks. Plus, she broke her stall and lost 2 more lbs! And... she realized it is time to say goodbye to something...

One Month VSG Post Op! from 2020-08-09T03:00

Liz is officially one month post-op and feeling great! She's down 27lbs and has more energy to spare. However, Life still continues for Liz and things are getting interesting. And taking wine aw...

VSG - What Did I Cave On This Week? from 2020-07-26T03:56

I'm navigating the world of VSG one day at a time and things seems to be constantly changing. For instance: I was supposed to have my two week post-op appt this week and that didn't happen. List...

VSG - What Surgery&Post Op Was Like For Me. from 2020-07-19T03:34

Every journey with VSG - Gastric Sleeve Surgery is different. I had surgery the same time as two other ladies and all three of us are on different paths now in our healing. I had two weeks of li...

VSG - The Liquid Diet&My Goals from 2020-07-05T01:30

Seven days prior to surgery, VSG patients have to start their pre-op diet aka liquids week. And oh boy, is it ever so exciting, (she says sarcastically). Thus, I had to find a lot of things to k...

VSG Pre-Op Week from 2020-06-28T03:17

As my surgery date nears, (one week to go, y'all!) I had to go through my pre-op appointments first. From a physical, to lab work and a visit to my surgeon's office - it was a busy, busy week! P...

VSG Qualifications and the Binder Class from 2020-06-21T02:10

There are several ways to qualify for the VSG (gastric sleeve) surgery. I, myself, qualified by having a BMI between 35-40 and moderate sleep apnea. And let me tell you, the sleep apnea test was...

VSG Bariatric Sleeve Classes - What The Process is Like from 2020-06-14T03:55

I was required to do six months of education classes, therapy and meeting with a nutritionist ahead of my surgery. While typical classroom settings don't work for me, these were all virtual sess...

Life With Liz is Changing Thanks to VSG. from 2020-06-07T17:28:05

Life With Liz is a podcast I've dedicated to my journey with VSG. Never heard of it? I hadn't either. 

Vertical sleeve gastrectomy is surgery to help with we...