Bariatric Rewrite UK
Welcome to Bariatric Rewrite Lifestyle UK — the podcast where we untangle life after weight loss surgery, GLP-1 medications, and food addiction recovery. Hosted by real women living it every day, Rewrite is your honest, hopeful space to explore what it really takes to heal your relationship with food, body, and self.
We go beyond meal plans and macros — diving deep into mental health, emotional eating, lifestyle changes, and the messy, beautiful process of rewriting your life from the inside out.
Expect raw conversations, science-backed insight, lived experience, and support you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you're pre-op, post-op, or navigating long-term recovery, you're not alone. You've got a community — and a new chapter — waiting.
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 substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health, medical conditions, or treatment options. The experiences shared are personal and may not reflect every individual’s journey. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you’ve heard on this podcast.
Bariatric Rewrite UK
Supplements After Bariatric Surgery: What’s Worth It and What’s Just Hype?
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 iron, calcium, vitamin D, and B12 deficiencies show up — and how to supplement smartly.
- The real deal on magnesium types, creatine for muscle and brain health, and L-theanine for calm focus.
- Their own experiences with trendy powders, electrolytes, and supplements marketed as “GLP-1 mimics.”
- Why whole foods and blood work always matter more than a cupboard full of pills.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by supplement ads or confused about what your post-op body actually needs, this episode will give you clarity, reassurance, and practical takeaways.
Studies & Resources
Guidelines & core deficiencies
- ASMBS Integrated Health Nutritional Guidelines – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28040492/
- BOMSS post-op supplement guidance – https://www.bomss.org.uk/bomss-post-bariatric-surgery-nutritional-guidance-for-gps/
- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital (NHS): Vitamin & Mineral Supplements after Gastric Bypass or Sleeve Gastrectomy https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/your-visit/patient-leaflets/bariatric-dietetics/vitamin-and-mineral-supplements-after-gastric-bypass-or-sleeve-gastrectomy
Iron & calcium: timing and interactions
- Calcium inhibits non-heme iron absorption (Hallberg et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1991) – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1994986/
- Vitamin C enhances iron absorption (Am J Clin Nutr, 1989) – https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2916445/
Calcium forms
- Why calcium citrate is preferred post-op (ASMBS/BOMSS) –
ASMBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28040492/
BOMSS: https://www.bomss.org.uk/bomss-post-bariatric-surgery-nutritional-guidance-for-gps/
Magnesium: forms & effects
- Bioavailability: citrate > oxide (Lindberg et al., 1990; review) – https://openheart.bmj.com/content/8/1/e001725
- NIH fact sheet on magnesium – https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Magnesium-Consumer/
Creatine (muscle, brain; safety)
- ISSN Position Stand: efficacy & safety – https://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12970-017-0173-z
Ketone esters (what they do & limits)
- Cox et al., Cell Metabolism (2016): ketone drinks improve endurance in some athletes – https://pubmed.ncbi
Find out more about us at rewritelifestyle.co.uk
Disclaimer:
The content of this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health, medical conditions, or treatment options. The experiences shared are personal and may not reflect every individual’s journey. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you’ve heard on this podcast.