Introducing The Dietologist - Bariatric Dietitian

Hello & Welcome

This short video introduces Van Patel, Expert Bariatric Dietitian and Emotional Eating Coach. Van has over 28years experience as a dietitian an her mission is to remove the stigma from having bariatric surgery as well as ensuring you get the correct support.

If you're thinking about Weight Loss Surgery or may be you've had surgery abroad and need support, why don't you book a discovery call.

What Is A Discovery Call?

Hello & Welcome

This short video is to help you understand what a discovery call is all about!

If you're thinking about Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery) or may be you've had surgery abroad and need support, why don't you book a discovery call.

Why Do I Need To Follow A Pre-Op Diet?

This short video is to help you understand why you need to follow a Pre-op diet, also known as the Liver Reduction Diet.

If you're thinking about Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery) and need support, why don't you book a discovery call.



Does My Pre-Op Diet Need To Be Liquids Only?

This short video is to help you understand why you don't need to follow a liquid only diet on your Pre-op also known as the Liver Reduction Diet. You'll be thankful you watched this!

If you're thinking about Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery) and need support, why don't you book a discovery call.

Managing Your Expectations Before & After Weight Loss Surgery

This short video is to help you manage your expectations about Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery). Surgery does 30% of the work helping control physical (real) hunger. The other 70% is you and I (great aftercare) working together to help you work with your surgery and relationship with food, to help you lose the weight and keep it off!

If you need support before or after weight loss surgery, why don't you book a discovery call.

Do I Need To Diet After Weight Loss Surgery?

This short video is to help you understand why you need to move away from the dieting mindset, which can sabotage your weight loss results after Bariatric (Weight Loss Surgery).

If you're thinking about Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery) and need support with your relationship with food, why don't you book a discovery call.

Is Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery) Right For Me?

This short video is about WLS and if you're making the right decision. No one knows the answer without a thorough medical and weight loss history. This can be assessed by myself or a Bariatric Surgeon.

If you're thinking about Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery) and not sure if it's right for you, why don't you book a discovery call.

What Vitamins & Mineral Supplements Do I Need After Weight Loss Surgery?

This short video is about the supplements and medications that most of you will need to take after bariatric surgery. Remember this advice is general, what you need to take will depend on previous blood tests and medical conditions. Speak to your aftercare team. I can give specific advice to my clients as I have their medical information and latest blood tests!

If you're not sure what supplements you need to take after Weight Loss Surgery, why don't you book a discovery call.

Heartburn & Reflux After Weight Loss Surgery?

This short video helps you understand what you need to do if you experience heartburn or reflux after bariatric (Weight Loss) surgery.

If you're experiencing heartburn or reflux and concerned, why don't you book a discovery call.

NSAID's, Alcohol, Smoking & Caffeine After Weight Loss Surgery

This short video explains why you need to avoid certain medications, substances and habits to reduce the risk of ulcer formation post WLS.

If you're thinking about Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery) or may be you've had surgery abroad and need support, why don't you book a discovery call.

Weight Loss Results After Weight Loss Surgery

This short video is to help manage your expectations about weight loss after bariatric surgery.

If you're thinking about Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery) or may be you've had surgery abroad and need support, why don't you book a discovery call.

Are You Thinking About Revisional Surgery?

This short video is to help those of you thinking about a second weight loss surgery procedure. Before considering revisional surgery, please ensure you are assessed by a Bariatric Dietitian (like me) to help you understand if revisional surgery will be the best option.

If you're thinking about revisional surgery and need an assessment, why don't you book a discovery call.

Are You An Emotional Eater?

This short video is to help you understand bariatric surgery will not resolve emotional eating! In fact this is part of the 70% you and I need to work on and manage to ensure you do not sabotage your weight loss.

If you're an emotional eater and need support,  why don't you book a discovery call.

The Dietologist 50th Birthday Giveaway....

The Dietologist loves to have fun and seeks every opportunity to give back to her community.

Van, The Dietologist turned 50 this year, thats right 50 (don't say it too loud!). She chose to help her members in her private Facebook Community with a challenge to help them get back on track.  She also gave away lots of FREEBIES as her Birthday gift to the group. If you'd like to join The Dietologist Private Facebook Group, CLICK HERE or  book a discovery call.

Are You Sabotaging Your Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery?

This short video is to help you understand why you MAY sabotage your weight loss after bariatric surgery. It's not really done intentionally, it's for sure a mindset thing if you do not upgrade it.

If you need support in upgrading your mindset to avoid sabotaging your weight loss, why don't you book a discovery call.

Do You Label Foods Good & Bad?

This short video is to help you understand why labelling foods good and bad can lead to emotional eating!

To find out how I can help you improve your relationship with food, why don't you book a discovery call.

Are You Feeling Out Of Your Comfort Zone?

This short video is to help you understand why feeling out of your comfort zone is necessary to help you move forward with your weight loss. To find out more why don't you book a discovery call.

Hunger Levels Post Weight Loss Surgery

This short video explains how your hungers levels change after weight loss surgery and what to expect in the coming months post bariatric surgery. To Find out more why don't you book a discovery call.

Hunger & Satiety After Weight Loss Surgery?

This short video is to help you understand about hunger and satiety after weight loss surgery. Understanding how to be more intuitive to your hunger and satiety, post weight loss surgery, will help support your weight loss in the long term. If you want to find out more book a discovery call.

Weight Loss Results After Bariatric Surgery

This short video is about weight loss results after bariatric surgery and how you mustn't compare your weight loss with others. So many factors affect weight loss whether you've had surgery or not. If you want to find out more book a discovery call.

Exercise After Weight Loss Surgery?

This short video is will help you understand about when you should start thinking about exercise after bariatric surgery. Don't introduce heavy exercise too soon after surgery. Listen to the video which explains why!

If you want to find out more book a discovery call.

Bloating After Weight Loss Surgery?

This short video explains about bloating after weight loss surgery. It can affect both men and women and can be unsettling and uncomfortable. If you suffer with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) the symptoms may flare up post surgery. With Dietetic support we can get this under control. If you want to find out more book a discovery call.

Will A Pouch Reset Shrink My Stomach Pouch?

This short video explains why pouch resets are a waste of time and money (sorry but I'm straight talking!). You can't shrink your stomach after bariatric surgery. If you're struggling with your weight and portions sizes, it's likely you need an assessment with a health professional like myself. If you want to find out more book a discovery call.

Weight Regain After Weight Loss Surgery

This short video is to help you understand about hunger and satiety after weight loss surgery. Understanding how to be more intuitive to your hunger and satiety, post weight loss surgery, will help support your weight loss in the long term. If you want to find out more book a discovery call.

Hair Loss After Weight Loss Surgery

This short video is to help you understand about hunger and satiety after weight loss surgery. Understanding how to be more intuitive to your hunger and satiety, post weight loss surgery, will help support your weight loss in the long term. If you want to find out more book a discovery call.

Weekly Support During Lockdown 2

Starts Monday 9th November at 7pm

Over the next 4 weeks The Dietologist, Van Patel will be supporting you every Monday at 7pm in her private facebook group. Don't be shy...... join the group and access some valuable support.

Staying Safe & Sane in Lockdown 2

 Part One

Here we go again, lockdown 2! Many of us will be feeling stressed and uncertain making anxiety levels go through the roof. I have a few tips to help you through lockdown 2. This video is in 2 parts so be sure to watch the second part too. Don't suffer in silence and reach put for support. I'll be holding weekly facebook lives, starting Monday 9th November at 7pm, in my private group, so don't forget to join.

Staying Safe & Sane in Lockdown 2- Part Two

Second part of the Lockdown 2 video. Don't forget to join my Private Facebook Community for FREE weekly support. Starts Monday 9th November at 7pm.

What You Need To Know About Medication Post Bariatric Surgery- Part One

Please follow your Surgeon's/Dietitian's advice as it may differ. If you find this video useful please share.

What You Need To Know About Medication Post Bariatric Surgery- Part Two

Please follow your Surgeon's/Dietitian's advice as it may differ. If you find this video useful please share.