Jacqui explores VITAMIN B12 and the effects of WLS on the absorption of B12, how much do you need? WHere do you get it? HOw do you know if you're running low?
LIsten in  for a quick glimpse of how to manage the risks of B12 deficiency after WLS.

Jacqui explores VITAMIN B12 and the effects of WLS on the absorption of B12, how much do you need? WHere do you get it? HOw do you know if you're running low? LIsten in&nbsp; for a quick glimpse&nbsp;of how to manage the risks of B12 deficiency&nbsp;after WLS.

On the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast, we share tips, insights and recommendations from leading Bariatric specialists to help you achieve and maintain your weight loss goals and live a life of health and vitality.


Qualified Nutritionist Jacqui Lewis and her guests dive into aspects of diet, fitness, wellbeing, mindset and lifestyle that come together to achieve great results on your Weight Loss Surgery journey.

On the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast, we share tips, insights and recommendations from leading Bariatric specialists to help you achieve and maintain your weight loss goals and live a life of health and vitality.
 Qualified Nutritionist Jacqui Lewis and her guests dive into aspects of diet, fitness, wellbeing, mindset and lifestyle that come together to achieve great results on your Weight Loss Surgery journey.

Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast

On the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast we share tips, insights and recommendations from leading bariatric specialists, to help you achieve and maintain your weight loss goals and live a life of health and vitality.


Nutritionist Jacqui Lewis and her guests dive into aspects of diet, fitness, wellbeing, mindset and lifestyle that come together to achieve great results on your weight loss surgery journey.

On the Australian Weight Loss Surgery Podcast we share tips, insights and recommendations from leading bariatric specialists, to help you achieve and maintain your weight loss goals and live a life of health and vitality.
 Nutritionist Jacqui Lewis and her guests dive into aspects of diet, fitness, wellbeing, mindset and lifestyle that come together to achieve great results on your weight loss surgery journey.

Importance of VITAMIN B12 after WLS

Obesity isn’t just about weight, it's about stigma, access to care, and the power of lived experience to drive real change.

In this episode, Andrew Wilson and Theresa Thompson from WIN (Weight Issues Network), an Australian organisation led by individuals with lived experience of obesity, share WIN's mission to challenge weight stigma, improve healthcare equity, and advocate for holistic and accessible treatment options. Andrew and Theresa share insights on the systemic issues surrounding obesity care, including the damaging effects of stigma, the lack of multidisciplinary support, and the eight-year average delay before people seek professional help. They also highlight WIN’s initiatives, such as peer support groups, leadership development, advocacy training, and digital outreach, all aimed at empowering individuals and shifting public and medical perceptions. This will emphasise the power of storytelling and community in creating change and fostering understanding in both healthcare and society at large.

Tune in to hear how real stories and advocacy from the Weight Issues Network are reshaping the conversation around obesity and healthcare in Australia.

Episode Highlights:
Introduction to WIN (Weight Issues Network) and its origins
The role of lived experience in combating weight stigma and misinformation
Staggering average delay of 8 years before individuals seek professional help for obesity
How stigma—both internal and external—is the biggest barrier to care
The need for a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to obesity treatment
Challenges accessing weight loss treatments like pharmacotherapy and surgery in public healthcare
WIN’s advocacy work in policy, media representation, and health professional training
The psychological toll of weight cycling and internalised shame
Importance of storytelling and lived experience in healthcare reform
Overview of WIN’s support programs, including monthly meetups and leadership groups
Emphasis on safe spaces and empowering people to share their stories
The impact of media and public perception on those living in larger bodies
Discussion on the lack of funding and services tailored for people with obesity
Call for systemic change and more inclusive, compassionate healthcare solutions
How to join WIN and the supportive, cost-free community they provide

About Our Guest:

Weight Issues Network (WIN) champions the lived experience voice of people who have experienced living in a larger body. They advocate for imperative, effective changes in all systems, particularly healthcare; to ensure obesity is stigma-free and treated appropriately. Andrew Wilson has been involved with WIN since its inception, and has been pivotal in its successes to date. He is a natural advocate and supporter of equality; who's story has influenced many important change-makers already. Theresa Thompson is a business-savvy advocate for equality who's lived experience and leadership skills are helping scale WIN to become an essential tool in not only policy-change, but for the community as a whole.

Connect with WIN
Website | weightissuesnetwork.org
Facebook | www.facebook.com/WeightIssuesNetwork
Instagram | @weightissuesnetwork
Linked In | www.linkedin.com/company/weight-issues-network

Obesity isn&rsquo;t just about weight, it's about stigma, access to care, and the power of lived experience to drive real change.
In this episode, Andrew Wilson and Theresa Thompson from WIN (Weight Issues Network), an Australian organisation led by individuals with lived experience of obesity, share WIN's mission to challenge weight stigma, improve healthcare equity, and advocate for holistic and accessible treatment options. Andrew and Theresa share insights on the systemic issues surrounding obesity care, including the damaging effects of stigma, the lack of multidisciplinary support, and the eight-year average delay before people seek professional help. They also highlight WIN&rsquo;s initiatives, such as peer support groups, leadership development, advocacy training, and digital outreach, all aimed at empowering individuals and shifting public and medical perceptions. This will emphasise the power of storytelling and community in creating change and fostering understanding in both healthcare and society at large.
Tune in to hear how real stories and advocacy from the Weight Issues Network are reshaping the conversation around obesity and healthcare in Australia.
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Introduction to WIN (Weight Issues Network) and its origins</li>
<li aria-level="1">The role of lived experience in combating weight stigma and misinformation</li>
<li aria-level="1">Staggering average delay of 8 years before individuals seek professional help for obesity</li>
<li aria-level="1">How stigma&mdash;both internal and external&mdash;is the biggest barrier to care</li>
<li aria-level="1">The need for a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to obesity treatment</li>
<li aria-level="1">Challenges accessing weight loss treatments like pharmacotherapy and surgery in public healthcare</li>
<li aria-level="1">WIN&rsquo;s advocacy work in policy, media representation, and health professional training</li>
<li aria-level="1">The psychological toll of weight cycling and internalised shame</li>
<li aria-level="1">Importance of storytelling and lived experience in healthcare reform</li>
<li aria-level="1">Overview of WIN&rsquo;s support programs, including monthly meetups and leadership groups</li>
<li aria-level="1">Emphasis on safe spaces and empowering people to share their stories</li>
<li aria-level="1">The impact of media and public perception on those living in larger bodies</li>
<li aria-level="1">Discussion on the lack of funding and services tailored for people with obesity</li>
<li aria-level="1">Call for systemic change and more inclusive, compassionate healthcare solutions</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to join WIN and the supportive, cost-free community they provide</li>
</ul>
About Our Guest:
Weight Issues Network (WIN) champions the lived experience voice of people who have experienced living in a larger body. They advocate for imperative, effective changes in all systems, particularly healthcare; to ensure obesity is stigma-free and treated appropriately. Andrew Wilson has been involved with WIN since its inception, and has been pivotal in its successes to date. He is a natural advocate and supporter of equality; who's story has influenced many important change-makers already. Theresa Thompson is a business-savvy advocate for equality who's lived experience and leadership skills are helping scale WIN to become an essential tool in not only policy-change, but for the community as a whole.
Connect with WIN
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Website | <a href="https://weightissuesnetwork.org/">weightissuesnetwork.org</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Facebook | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WeightIssuesNetwork">www.facebook.com/WeightIssuesNetwork</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/weightissuesnetwork/">@weightissuesnetwork</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Linked In | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/weight-issues-network/">www.linkedin.com/company/weight-issues-network</a></li>
</ul>

Breaking the Weight of Stigma: Real Voices from the Weight Issues Network

What really happens when someone chooses weight loss surgery? Is it a quick fix or the result of years of trying everything else first?

In this episode, Jess Unsworth shares her honest journey through weight struggles, medical challenges, and finally, her decision to have bariatric surgery. Jess talks about her work in emergency services, the toll it took on her body, and the frustration of dealing with PCOS and insulin resistance. She opens up about the emotional weight of feeling like she had run out of options after years of trying diets and even experiencing severe side effects from Ozempic. With her husband having undergone the same surgery, Jess had a close-up look at both the benefits and difficulties. Jess breaks down common misconceptions about bariatric surgery, explores what recovery looks like, and talks about the ongoing emotional and physical work involved in healing, eating, and maintaining balance post-op. Jess also discusses the unexpected changes to taste, food tolerance, and her evolving relationship with food after surgery.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to go through weight loss surgery or are considering it yourself, this episode will give you a real-world view—without sugarcoating it. 

 

Episode Highlights:
Jess’s medical background and reasons for surgery
The impact of PCOS and insulin resistance on weight
Side effects and hospital stay after Ozempic
Emotional journey to accepting surgery as a final option
Public misconceptions about weight loss surgery
Differences in post-op food tolerance and cravings
Long-term mental and physical adjustments after surgery
How Jess maintains her health and food mindset now
The importance of community and shared patient stories
How weight and conditions like PCOS and endometriosis affect fertility.
Jess expressed the mixed emotions around receiving compliments post-surgery
Setting boundaries around food, like stopping when full

 

About Our Guest:

Jess Unsworth is an experienced emergency management professional with over 13 years of service across prevention, preparedness, and response roles in the emergency services sector. She brings a deep sense of purpose to her work, finding meaning in supporting communities during crises and helping smooth the path back to normality after major events. As recognition of her contributions, she received the National Emergency Medal for her work during the 2019–2020 Bushfires.

She has a strong background in leadership and team management, with proven expertise in stakeholder engagement, policy and procedure development, and operational response. Among her notable achievements are training staff in the activation of Community Fire Refuges following the 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission, and leading efforts to streamline processes within the State Control Centre to ensure timely delivery of critical information.

 

Connect with Jess Unsworth
Instagram | @its_jessunsworth

What really happens when someone chooses weight loss surgery? Is it a quick fix or the result of years of trying everything else first?
In this episode, Jess Unsworth shares her honest journey through weight struggles, medical challenges, and finally, her decision to have bariatric surgery. Jess talks about her work in emergency services, the toll it took on her body, and the frustration of dealing with PCOS and insulin resistance. She opens up about the emotional weight of feeling like she had run out of options after years of trying diets and even experiencing severe side effects from Ozempic. With her husband having undergone the same surgery, Jess had a close-up look at both the benefits and difficulties. Jess breaks down common misconceptions about bariatric surgery, explores what recovery looks like, and talks about the ongoing emotional and physical work involved in healing, eating, and maintaining balance post-op. Jess also discusses the unexpected changes to taste, food tolerance, and her evolving relationship with food after surgery.
If you&rsquo;ve ever wondered what it really takes to go through weight loss surgery or are considering it yourself, this episode will give you a real-world view&mdash;without sugarcoating it.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Jess&rsquo;s medical background and reasons for surgery</li>
<li aria-level="1">The impact of PCOS and insulin resistance on weight</li>
<li aria-level="1">Side effects and hospital stay after Ozempic</li>
<li aria-level="1">Emotional journey to accepting surgery as a final option</li>
<li aria-level="1">Public misconceptions about weight loss surgery</li>
<li aria-level="1">Differences in post-op food tolerance and cravings</li>
<li aria-level="1">Long-term mental and physical adjustments after surgery</li>
<li aria-level="1">How Jess maintains her health and food mindset now</li>
<li aria-level="1">The importance of community and shared patient stories</li>
<li aria-level="1">How weight and conditions like PCOS and endometriosis affect fertility.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Jess expressed the mixed emotions around receiving compliments post-surgery</li>
<li aria-level="1">Setting boundaries around food, like stopping when full</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
About Our Guest:
Jess Unsworth is an experienced emergency management professional with over 13 years of service across prevention, preparedness, and response roles in the emergency services sector. She brings a deep sense of purpose to her work, finding meaning in supporting communities during crises and helping smooth the path back to normality after major events. As recognition of her contributions, she received the National Emergency Medal for her work during the 2019&ndash;2020 Bushfires.
She has a strong background in leadership and team management, with proven expertise in stakeholder engagement, policy and procedure development, and operational response. Among her notable achievements are training staff in the activation of Community Fire Refuges following the 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royal Commission, and leading efforts to streamline processes within the State Control Centre to ensure timely delivery of critical information.
&nbsp;
Connect with Jess Unsworth
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/its_jessunsworth/">@its_jessunsworth</a></li>
</ul>

When Bariatric Surgery Becomes the Only Option: Jess Unsworth Patient Story

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Obesity is one of the risk factors affecting fertility—and tackling it together as a couple can make all the difference.

In this episode, Dr Toby Angstmann, an experienced fertility specialist at Flinders Fertility, explores the intricate relationship between obesity and fertility. Dr. Angstmann discusses how factors like age, PCOS, and hormonal disruption linked to obesity can significantly impact reproductive health, with both female and male fertility facing notable challenges. He emphasises the importance of tailored medical advice, collaborative weight loss efforts among partners, and the critical role of nutrition and metabolic health in pregnancy preparation. Dr. Angstmann also highlights bariatric surgery's potential to reverse fertility complications, the importance of fertility preservation strategies, including egg freezing, and the collaborative approach involving various healthcare providers to support individuals on their fertility journeys.

Listen now to learn how to navigate the journey to parenthood with confidence and get the expert advice you need from Dr. Toby Angstmann, a leading fertility specialist.

 

Episode Highlights:
About Dr Toby Angstmann
Obesity and fertility challenges
Medical consequences of obesity on fertility
Treatment approaches and support on fertility in obesity
Nutrition and pregnancy preparation
About bariatric surgery and pregnancy
Fertility preservation and future planning

 

About Our Guest:

Dr Toby Angstmann is an experienced fertility specialist at Flinders Fertility, Adelaide, SA. His interests are in metabolic fertility disorders, male factor subfertility, endometriosis and complex infertility. 

After time in the Defence Forces, he gained his medical degree at the University of Sydney and holds a Master's in Reproductive Medicine from the UNSW. Something of a polymath, he also has qualifications in forensic medicine and clinical ultrasound. In addition to his medical pursuits, he also set up an award-winning gin and vodka distillery!

Toby follows the latest science and techniques around IVF and firmly supports complementary therapies for wellbeing. 

Connect with Dr Toby Angstmann 
Website | flindersfertility.com.au
Instagram | @doctor.tobyangstmann
Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/tobias-angstmann

Obesity is one of the risk factors affecting fertility&mdash;and tackling it together as a couple can make all the difference.
In this episode, Dr Toby Angstmann, an experienced fertility specialist at Flinders Fertility, explores the intricate relationship between obesity and fertility. Dr. Angstmann discusses how factors like age, PCOS, and hormonal disruption linked to obesity can significantly impact reproductive health, with both female and male fertility facing notable challenges. He emphasises the importance of tailored medical advice, collaborative weight loss efforts among partners, and the critical role of nutrition and metabolic health in pregnancy preparation. Dr. Angstmann also highlights bariatric surgery's potential to reverse fertility complications, the importance of fertility preservation strategies, including egg freezing, and the collaborative approach involving various healthcare providers to support individuals on their fertility journeys.
Listen now to learn how to navigate the journey to parenthood with confidence and get the expert advice you need from Dr. Toby Angstmann, a leading fertility specialist.
&nbsp;
Episode Highlights:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">About Dr Toby Angstmann</li>
<li aria-level="1">Obesity and fertility challenges</li>
<li aria-level="1">Medical consequences of obesity on fertility</li>
<li aria-level="1">Treatment approaches and support on fertility in obesity</li>
<li aria-level="1">Nutrition and pregnancy preparation</li>
<li aria-level="1">About bariatric surgery and pregnancy</li>
<li aria-level="1">Fertility preservation and future planning</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
About Our Guest:
Dr Toby Angstmann is an experienced fertility specialist at Flinders Fertility, Adelaide, SA. His interests are in metabolic fertility disorders, male factor subfertility, endometriosis and complex infertility.&nbsp;
After time in the Defence Forces, he gained his medical degree at the University of Sydney and holds a Master's in Reproductive Medicine from the UNSW. Something of a polymath, he also has qualifications in forensic medicine and clinical ultrasound. In addition to his medical pursuits, he also set up an award-winning gin and vodka distillery!
Toby follows the latest science and techniques around IVF and firmly supports complementary therapies for wellbeing.&nbsp;
Connect with Dr Toby Angstmann&nbsp;
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Website | <a href="https://flindersfertility.com.au/">flindersfertility.com.au</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Instagram | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/doctor.tobyangstmann/">@doctor.tobyangstmann</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Linked In | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobias-angstmann-180514133/">www.linkedin.com/in/tobias-angstmann</a></li>
</ul>

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