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BARI BANTER

BARI BANTER

By: Shan and Lita
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 Join us as we sit down with fellow Weight loss Surgery Patience / Bariatric Surgery Patience to try and learn and embrace each others Journey's as we support and learn from each other! Let us know if you would like to have a chat and share your adventures with us!Copyright Shan and Lita Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • BARI BANTER - BARIATRIC PODCAST #230 - Tenika

    BARI BANTER - BARIATRIC PODCAST #230 - Tenika
    Sep 3 2025
    In today’s episode we chat to 18 year old Tenika @Neeki_35



    Just three months post-op and freshly celebrating her 18th birthday, Tenika opens up about the challenges and revelations of making such a life-changing decision at such a young age.



    We chat about complex topics like body image, building self-worth after growing up overweight, handling the physical and emotional hurdles after surgery (including a few surprises along the way), and the unique family dynamic of having several relatives who’ve taken the same journey.



    Tenika talks candidly about losing friends, gaining new perspectives, and the transformative victories (big and small) that come with reclaiming your health.



    In today's episode:

    - @fitforme.aus Fun Fact - Multivitamin for GLP1 Users

    - Urgent Health Wake-Up Call

    - Supportive Friends Boost Confidence

    - Post-Surgery Health Revelations

    - "Feeling Lighter After Surgery"

    - Focus on Lifestyle, Not Numbers

    - Post-Surgery Body Image Reflections

    - "Embrace Change: Friends Come and Go"



    Discount codes:

    @fitforme.aus TRIALBB25 or baribantFFM

    @formulite_ IAMABARI10

    @nutritionforwls baribanter

    @bnhealthyanz USAVE10BB

    @costpricesupplements IAMBARI15

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    #weightlosssurgeryjourney #bariatricpodcast #wlspodcast #lifeafterbariatrics #wls #wlschats #gastricsleeve #wlscommunity #letstalkweightloss #baribanter #Endometriosis #pcos #lifebeforebariatricsurgery #wellnessrise #reflectionafterwls #NSV #postoplife #wlschats
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    55 mins
  • BARI BANTER - BARIATRIC PODCAST #229 - Brittney

    BARI BANTER - BARIATRIC PODCAST #229 - Brittney
    Jul 29 2025
    Today we are joined by Brittney @improvingbrittany who opens up about her deeply personal journey through bariatric surgery, cancer survival, and reclaiming ownership of her body and mind. Brittany dives into her background, sharing how persistent weight struggles, a life-changing cancer diagnosis, and battles with fertility led her to finally pursue weight loss surgery and, ultimately, a healthier, more empowered version of herself.



    We chat about the nuances of surgical choices, myths surrounding procedures like the lap band, and the emotional rollercoaster of navigating regain and self-acceptance. As well as breaking down what it's really like in the early days post-surgery, dealing with protein shakes, cravings, and those unexpected small victories.



    In today's episode:

    - @fitforme.aus Fun Fact

    - High School Weight Loss Journey

    - Failed Lap Band Experience

    - Outdated Weight Loss Surgery

    - Post-Surgery Thoughts and Anxieties

    - Juggling Work, Study, and Family Crisis

    - Managing Hydration Around Meals

    - Confronting Binge Eating and Mental Health

    - Embrace Setbacks, Keep Going



    Reach out to Brittany - @improvingbrittany and @brittany_flamingo on Instagram



    Discount codes:

    @fitforme.aus TRIALBB25 or baribantFFM

    @formulite_ IAMABARI10

    @nutritionforwls baribanter

    @bnhealthyanz USAVE10BB

    @costpricesupplements IAMBARI15

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    #weightlosssurgeryjourney #bariatricpodcast #wlspodcast #lifeafterbariatrics #wls #wlschats #gastricsleeve #wlscommunity #letstalkweightloss #baribanter #Endometriosis #pcos #lifebeforebariatricsurgery #wellnessrise #reflectionafterwls #NSV #postoplife #wlschats
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    51 mins
  • BARI BANTER - BARIATRIC PODCAST #228 - Aditya

    BARI BANTER - BARIATRIC PODCAST #228 - Aditya
    Jun 17 2025
    In today's episode we are joined by Aditya @2t_to_no_t , who brings a truly unique perspective to the bariatric journey. Hailing from India and currently living in Melbourne, Aditya shares his powerful story of growing up in a culture where being chubby is seen as cute—until it leads to health complications and a pivotal crossroads.



    From pre-surgery challenges like not fitting into a business class seat to the whirlwind experience of undergoing bariatric surgery in India, Aditya walks us through his rapid weight loss process, the cultural hurdles he faced, and the surprising realities of post-op life. Along the way, we discuss everything from the struggles with loose skin and diet obstacles to deeper topics like the intersection of tradition, family, and self-acceptance.



    Get ready for an honest, eye-opening conversation about the realities of obesity in India, the evolving landscape of bariatric care, and what it really takes to prioritise your health when the world around you is moving in the opposite direction.



    Whether you’ve had surgery yourself, are considering it, or just want to hear an inspiring transformation story that spans continents, you won’t want to miss this episode!



    In this episode:

    - @fitforme.aus Fun Fact

    - Rapid, Overwhelming Life Changes

    - Lifestyle and Diet Challenges in India

    - Pre-Industrial Diets and Lifestyles

    - Crave Control and Indulgence Awareness

    - "Revamping Fitness and Diet Plan"

    - "Rediscovering Fitness Motivation"

    - Food Affordability and Cultural Impact

    - "Consider Alternatives Before Bariatric Surgery"



    Discount codes:

    @fitforme.aus BBTRIAL25 or baribantFFM

    @formulite_ IAMABARI10

    @nutritionforwls baribanter

    @bnhealthyanz USAVE10BB

    @costpricesupplements IAMBARI15

    _________________________________________

    #weightlosssurgeryjourney #bariatricpodcast #wlspodcast #lifeafterbariatrics #wls #wlschats #gastricsleeve #wlscommunity #letstalkweightloss #baribanter #Endometriosis #pcos #lifebeforebariatricsurgery #wellnessrise #reflectionafterwls #NSV #postoplife #wlschats #bariatrictruths #wlstruths #lapband #bandsurgery #ryn #bypass #wlsindia
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    1 hr and 2 mins
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