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The Bari-Heart of It

The Bari-Heart of It

By Bariatric Fusion

Welcome to the Bari-Heart of it, presented by Bariatric Fusion. Our goal? To get to the Bari-Heart of all things bariatric. New Episodes on the 1st & 15th of every month!
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Episode 16: Corrective Vitamins

The Bari-Heart of ItOct 01, 2020

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11:24
Episode 53: The importance of Calcium

Episode 53: The importance of Calcium

Today we talk about why calcium is so important after bariatric surgery!

May 15, 202210:57
Episode 52: Prebiotics and Probiotics

Episode 52: Prebiotics and Probiotics

In this episode we learn about Prebiotics and Probiotics!

May 01, 202211:04
Episode 51: Tips for Friends and Family

Episode 51: Tips for Friends and Family

In this episode, we go over how those around you can best support your bariatric journey. 

Apr 15, 202208:23
Episode 50: Dehydration after Bariatric Surgery

Episode 50: Dehydration after Bariatric Surgery

Is dehydration a risk after bariatric surgery? Find out today! 

Apr 01, 202208:55
Episode 49: Factors that affect weight loss

Episode 49: Factors that affect weight loss

In today's episode, we talk about factors that could affect weight loss!
Mar 15, 202210:25
Episode 48: Healthy Cooking Options After Bariatric Surgery

Episode 48: Healthy Cooking Options After Bariatric Surgery

Learn some healthy cooking tips with our dietitian Megan! 

Mar 01, 202211:29
Episode 47: Eating Healthy on a Budget

Episode 47: Eating Healthy on a Budget

Staff Dietitian Megan Koscinski teaches us about eating healthy on a budget! 

Feb 15, 202210:14
Episode 46: Navigating a convenience store with bariatrics

Episode 46: Navigating a convenience store with bariatrics

Staff Dietitian Megan teaches us how to navigate a local convenience store or corner store after bariatric surgery! 

Feb 01, 202217:23
Episode 45: Depression After Bariatric Surgery

Episode 45: Depression After Bariatric Surgery

Depression and Mental Health is serious topic. Do you know the signs and symptoms? 

Jan 15, 202212:20
Episode 44: Caffeine After Bariatric Surgery

Episode 44: Caffeine After Bariatric Surgery

Can you still drink caffeinated beverages after surgery? Find out more. 


Jan 01, 202212:02
Episode 43: Carbonation After Bariatric Surgery

Episode 43: Carbonation After Bariatric Surgery

Staff Dietitian Megan gives us her thoughts on consuming carbonated beverages after bariatric surgery. 


Dec 15, 202109:33
Episode 42: The Importance of Vitamin B1

Episode 42: The Importance of Vitamin B1

Staff Dietitian Megan Koscinski fills us in on why B1 is important for all Bariatric Patients. 

Dec 01, 202110:22
Episode 41: Energy After Bariatric Surgery

Episode 41: Energy After Bariatric Surgery

Have trouble keeping up your energy levels? Learn more!

Nov 15, 202114:47
Episode 40: The Importance of Vitamin D

Episode 40: The Importance of Vitamin D

Do you know why Vitamin D is so critical? Bariatric Fusion Staff Dietitian Megan fills us in on this important guideline from the ASMBS. 

Nov 01, 202111:02
Episode 39: Holiday Readiness!

Episode 39: Holiday Readiness!

Are you prepared for the holidays? Listen to this bariatric guide. 

Oct 25, 202111:45
Episode 38: Alcohol After Bariatric Surgery

Episode 38: Alcohol After Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Fusion Staff Dietitian Megan Koscinski goes over some recommendations for Alcohol post-bariatric surgery! 

Oct 01, 202113:13
Episode 37: Gallbladder issues?

Episode 37: Gallbladder issues?

Bariatric Fusion Dietitian Megan Sits down with us to talk about Gallbladder issues after surgery! 

Sep 15, 202110:17
Episode 36: The Importance of B12

Episode 36: The Importance of B12

In this episode, we dive into Vitamin B12, what it does and why it matters to YOU!

Sep 01, 202111:17
Episode 35: Iron Deficiency

Episode 35: Iron Deficiency

In this episode, we break down the importance of Iron after Bariatric Surgery! 

Aug 15, 202113:44
Episode 34: Collagen - What is it?

Episode 34: Collagen - What is it?

In this episode, we learn all about collagen and when to add it into your routine! 

Aug 01, 202115:25
Episode 33: Vitamin A

Episode 33: Vitamin A

In this episode, we break down Vitamin A, What it does, and why it matters! 

Jul 15, 202112:20
Episode 32: Bariatric Summer Vacation
Jul 01, 202120:28
Episode 31: Complications After Surgery

Episode 31: Complications After Surgery

Looking into Bariatrics? Our staff dietitian covers some nutritional and surgical complications to be aware of before having surgery. 

Jun 15, 202125:07
Episode 30: Weight Plateau?

Episode 30: Weight Plateau?

Scale not moving? Don't be alarmed. Today we dive into weight plateau after bariatric surgery! 

Jun 01, 202118:37
Episode 29: Weight Regain Post Surgery

Episode 29: Weight Regain Post Surgery

Today we are joined by Karli Burridge, a nationally recognized expert in obesity medicine. She is a physician assistant and founder of GainingHealth.com Join us as we seek to understand weight regain post-bariatric surgery. 

May 15, 202131:25
Episode 28: Dr. Lillian Craggs-Dino Co-Author of the 2016 ASMBS Guidelines

Episode 28: Dr. Lillian Craggs-Dino Co-Author of the 2016 ASMBS Guidelines

This is a must-listen episode. We're joined by Dr. Lillian Craggs-Dino, a Co-Author of the 2016 ASMBS nutritional guidelines for bariatric patients. 


May 01, 202119:18
Episode 27: 10 Commonly Asked Bariatric Questions

Episode 27: 10 Commonly Asked Bariatric Questions

In this episode, we cover the top 10 questions we get at Bariatric Fusion! 

Apr 15, 202121:30
Episode 26: The Types of Weight loss Surgeries

Episode 26: The Types of Weight loss Surgeries

Do you know the common options are for weight loss surgeries are? We break down the four common procedures in this episode! 

Mar 15, 202116:43
Episode 25: Vitamin Patches?

Episode 25: Vitamin Patches?

Are Vitamin Patches worth the convenience? We get to the Bari-Heart of It! 

Mar 01, 202112:39
Episode 24: Addiction Transfer Pt. 2 A Patients Journey

Episode 24: Addiction Transfer Pt. 2 A Patients Journey

In this very powerful episode, we are joined by Kristen who had RNY in 2018. She fills us in on her bariatric journey including her experiences with addiction transfer post-bariatric surgery. 

Feb 15, 202121:31
Episode 23: Addiction Transfer Pt. 1

Episode 23: Addiction Transfer Pt. 1

Today we take a look at addiction transfer with a mental health expert!. We go over the signs, symptoms, and what you can do to recognize them! 

Feb 01, 202109:52
Episode 22: The Liver Reduction Diet

Episode 22: The Liver Reduction Diet

Ever heard the term "Liver Reduction Diet" before surgery? Our Staff Dietitian Megan fills us in! 

Jan 15, 202111:01
Episode 21: New Year, New Goals

Episode 21: New Year, New Goals

Today we are joined by Bariatric Fusion's Staff Dietitian Megan Koscinski to talk about setting New Years Resolutions that you can actually stick to as a bariatric patient. 

Dec 15, 202012:43
Episode 20: The Bariatric Center for Success

Episode 20: The Bariatric Center for Success

What a treat! We're joined by Denise Roden, President of The Bariatric Center for Success. Learn about the center, as well as her weight loss journey over 15 years post-op! Visit her website here: https://bariatriccenterforsuccess.com/about/

Dec 01, 202017:08
Episode 19: The Bariatric Guide to the Holiday's

Episode 19: The Bariatric Guide to the Holiday's

We're back at it again! This week our staff dietitian Megan Koscinski helps us navigate the holiday season and the many food temptations it has. 

Nov 15, 202019:04
Episode 18: Are carbs really the enemy?

Episode 18: Are carbs really the enemy?

Today, We're Joined by Megan Koscinski the Staff Dietitian at Bariatric Fusion to get to the Bari-heart of eating carbs as a Bariatric Patient.

Nov 01, 202018:53
Episode 17: Central Ontario Weight loss (Canada)

Episode 17: Central Ontario Weight loss (Canada)

Today, we're joined by Janet Patterson, founder of Central Ontario Weightloss a support group in Ontario Canada. Not Only does Janet run this group, but she is also an RNY patient herself. 

Visit their website: https://centralontariowls.com/about/

Oct 15, 202010:32
Episode 16: Corrective Vitamins

Episode 16: Corrective Vitamins

We're joined by Staff Dietitian Megan Koscinski to learn all about corrective supplements.


Oct 01, 202011:24
Episode 15: Mentally Surviving WLS During a Pandemic

Episode 15: Mentally Surviving WLS During a Pandemic

We're joined by Amy Walling from Bariatric Fusion and Priyanka Pulkur, MA, LPC the clinical director and one of the founders at Advantage Point Behavioral. They specialize in pre-surgical mental health assessments for bariatric patients as well as post-operative counseling.

Sep 15, 202012:21
Episode 14: A Patients Journey

Episode 14: A Patients Journey

Today we are joined by Jodie Selino, who is 18 months post opt from her Gastric Sleeve Surgery. Today we talk about how her journey has progressed and how she has been able to stay successful during COVID-19.  If you want to follow her journey check out her Instagram @jodssleeve_journey

Sep 01, 202017:38
Mini-sode: Probiotics- What are they?

Mini-sode: Probiotics- What are they?

We're on summer break this week, but we didn't want to leave you hanging! Ever wonder about probiotics and how they could benefit you after bariatric surgery? Take a quick listen. See you back in two weeks for another full-length episode. 



Aug 15, 202004:28
Episode 13: Protein After Surgery

Episode 13: Protein After Surgery

Megan Our Staff Dietitian fills us in on why protein is important after weight loss surgery.

Have questions for Megan? Email dietitian@bariatricfusion.com

Aug 01, 202017:10
Episode 12: Healthy Snacking After WLS

Episode 12: Healthy Snacking After WLS

Megan Our Staff Dietitian is back again.

Today she fills us in on healthy snacking tips after you’ve had weight loss surgery.

Have questions for Megan? Email dietitian@bariatricfusion.com

Jul 15, 202018:35
Episode 11: Dr. Nicole Basa & COVID-19

Episode 11: Dr. Nicole Basa & COVID-19

Today we’re joined by Dr. Nicole Basa from Cedar Park Surgeons located just north of Austin Texas. Learn about her practice as well as about staying on track if COVID-19 has interpreted your bariatric journey.
Jul 01, 202019:59
Episode 10: @JourneyOfaCurvyGirl (5 Months Post Op)

Episode 10: @JourneyOfaCurvyGirl (5 Months Post Op)

Shelley is Back on the podcast! She may be more commonly known by her Instagram Handle @JourneyofaCurvyGirl. She last joined us 5 months ago as she was preparing for surgery. Now we have the opportunity to hear how it's going, the struggles, the successes, and any new tips she has for people considering bariatric surgery.
Check out her Instagram: @JoruneyOfaCurvyGirl
Jun 15, 202013:18
BONUS: Fusion TV Support Group May 2020

BONUS: Fusion TV Support Group May 2020

Join us for a special bonus episode, which is a rebroadcast of our May Facebook Live Support Group. We were joined by Bariatric Fusion CEO Marc McCabe.
Jun 08, 202041:43
Episode 9: Hair Loss After Bariatric Surgery
Jun 01, 202016:16
Episode 8: Bariatric Weight Loss Family Online
May 15, 202022:21
BONUS: Fusion TV Support Group April 2020

BONUS: Fusion TV Support Group April 2020

We’ve gone live with Fusion TV Facebook Live Support Groups. Listen now to this rebroadcast.
May 08, 202037:56
Episode 7: The ASMBS Foundation
May 01, 202015:29