Our Sleeved Life Podcast

My name is Mel, and when you mix one passionate weight loss surgery patient, over 10 years of lived experience, unfiltered side stories, and a whole lot of real talk, you get Our Sleeved Life Podcast—your go-to resource for all things weightloss! If you're loving what you hear on Our Sleeved Life Podcast, consider supporting the show on Patreon: Patreon.com/oslp 💖

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  Episode #384

  The Truth About "Food Noise" & GLP-1 Real World Results | Dr. Eric Smith

  Aug 18, 20261h 1m

  Are GLP-1 medications replacing bariatric surgery, or is the entire approach to weight loss evolving? In this enlightening episode of the Our Sleeved Life Podcast , host Mel sits down with veteran bariatric and metabolic surgeon Dr. Eric Smith to discuss why his practice completely eliminated traditional bariatric seminars in favor of comprehensive "Obesity Consults." If you are navigating weight loss choices, struggling with GLP-1 dosage escalation, battling cravings, or wanting to master sustainable habits without restrictive diets, Dr. Eric drops invaluable wisdom on the science of metabolic health! SUBSCRIBE for weekly transparent conversations, bariatric success stories, and evidence-based health tips! https://www.youtube.com/c/OurSleevedLifePodcast?sub_confirmation=1 IN THIS EPISODE: Dr. Eric Smith breaks down why only 1% of the population with obesity historically sought surgical treatment and how offering unbiased, full-spectrum care (from GLP-1 medications to bariatric surgery and whole-food nutrition) is revolutionizing patient outcomes. We also take a deep dive into: Real-World GLP-1 Data vs. Clinical Trials: Why real-world medication weight loss drops to 7--8 compared to 20% in clinical trials due to long-term compliance challenges. "Chemical Noise" vs. "Food Noise": Why "food noise" is largely a pharmaceutical marketing term and how processed foods, artificial sweeteners, and diet sodas chemically trigger brain cravings. Whole-Food Nutrition on a Budget: Why whole foods (beef, fruit, sourdough, potatoes, vegetables) eliminate brain fog, restore natural fullness signals, and stop food fixation without starving yourself. Controlling the Controllables: How sleep hygiene, sunlight exposure, cortisol management, and muscle preservation dictate long-term metabolic success far more than quick-fix interventions. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: Do you prefer a clinic that offers both medication and surgical options under one roof? Have you noticed a difference in cravings when cutting out processed foods and artificial sweeteners? Share your experience in the comments below! CONNECT & RESOURCES: Connect with Dr. Eric Smith: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorericsmith/ Website: https://www.drericsmith.com ‍♀️ Connect with Mel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melunfiltered.vsg ️ Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oursleevedlifepodcast Website: https://www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com Join our Newsletter for freebies and community perks: https://www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com/newsletter #DrEricSmith #BariatricSurgery #GLP1 #ObesityMedicine #ChemicalNoise #WholeFoods #WeightLossJourney #OurSleevedLifePodcast #GastricSleeve #MetabolicHealth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #387

  The Cutting Edge: Does quality of SKIN matter?

  Aug 12, 20261h 12m

  Can you get plastic surgery if you have poor skin elasticity or a connective tissue disorder like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)? In this episode of The Cutting Edge Podcast , host Mel sits down with bariatric therapist Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Omar Beidas to break down the critical role skin quality plays in body contouring success. If you are a massive weight loss patient considering skin removal surgery, struggling with joint hypermobility, or wondering how smoking and nicotine affect your surgical recovery, this deep-dive discussion delivers essential medical facts! SUBSCRIBE for transparent, expert-led conversations on bariatric recovery and plastic surgery! https://www.youtube.com/c/OurSleevedLifePodcast?sub_confirmation=1 IN THIS EPISODE: Your skin quality dictated by genetics, age, sun exposure, pregnancy, and smoking history is the single biggest factor in determining whether you need direct skin removal (like a brachioplasty or tummy tuck) versus liposuction or skin tightening. Dr. Beidas explains the anatomy of skin layers, how stretch marks form in the dermis, and what surgeons look for during a physical exam. We also explore the reality of living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), hypermobility, and Sjögren’s syndrome, as well as why smoking or using nicotine before surgery increases your wound healing complications by 4x or more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #386

  Losing 300Lbs: How Rewiring Her Brain Saved Her Life After Gastric Sleeve

  Aug 10, 20261h 35m

  How do you lose 300lbs and maintain it after reaching a peak weight of 500lbs? In this deeply moving and psychological episode of the Our Sleeved Life Podcast, host Mel sits down with psychologist Stasia Bowen (@ 500tofreedom ) to break down how rewiring her brain saved her life after Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG). If you are struggling with severe emotional eating, bariatric recovery, trauma, or toxic dating dynamics, Stasia’s story of neuroplasticity, extreme weight loss, and mental healing will transform how you look at your weight loss journey! SUBSCRIBE for weekly transparent conversations, bariatric success stories, and mindset tools! https://www.youtube.com/c/OurSleevedLifePodcast?sub_confirmation=1 ABOUT THIS EPISODE: After coping with severe childhood trauma, high school speed/diet pill addiction (where she rapidly lost 150lbs at 16years old, and toxic relationship dynamics like fat fetishism and feederism, Stasia reached a peak weight of 500lbs When a terrifying physical moment of breaking through her shower floor woke her up to reality, she committed to fighting for her life. She underwent Gastric Sleeve (VSG) surgery and went on to shed over 300lbs not just by changing her diet, but by completely rewiring the mental neuro-pathways that kept her trapped in obesity. In this episode, Stasia shares: The "Zebra vs. Gazelle" Mindset Trick: How using neuroscience and psychological reframing helped her stop emotional food binging. The Reality of Gastric Sleeve at 500lbs: Why 80% stomach removal leaves a 500lbs patient with a "grapefruit-sized" stomach instead of a "golf ball," and how surgical math affects restriction. Hitting Absolute Rock Bottom: The traumatic moment her shower floor broke beneath her at 500lbs and how it became her "click moment." Dark Dating Dynamics & Trauma: Unpacking feederism, fat fetishism, low self-worth, and how unhealed trauma impacts relationships. Neuroplasticity & Identity Shift: Why real weight loss happens when you stop focusing on shedding weight and start shedding the identity that kept you heavy. JOIN THE DISCUSSION: Have you struggled with emotional eating or feeling like your mindset is holding you back from reaching your weight loss goals? What was your personal "click moment"? Drop a comment below—let's support each other! CONNECT & RESOURCES: Connect with Stasia Bowen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/500tofreedom/ ‍♀️ Connect with Mel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melunfiltered.vsg ️ Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP): Website: https://www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com Join our Newsletter for freebies, bariatric resources, and community perks: https://www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com/newsletter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oursleevedlifepodcast ️ SPONSOR DISCOUNT & FAVORITES: This episode is proudly sponsored by ProCare Health—maker of premium, third-party tested, once-a-day bariatric vitamins. Save on your ProCare Health order! Use Code: OSLP at checkout. Shop here: https://procarenow.com #VSG #WeightLossJourney #500LbsTo200Lbs #BariatricSurgery #GastricSleeve #MindsetShift #OurSleevedLifePodcast #ExtremeWeightLoss #EmotionalEating #Neuroplasticity Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #385

  The Cutting Edge: Plastic Surgery Innovations

  Aug 5, 20261 hour

  Are you curious about the latest innovations in body contouring, breast lifts, and cellulite treatments? In this episode of The Cutting Edge Podcast , host Mel (@melunfiltered.vsg), bariatric therapist Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes (LCSW), and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Omar Beidas (MD FACS) discuss cutting-edge techniques fresh from international medical conferences! From the truth about "Internal Bras" and dissolvable P4HB breast mesh to the surgical science behind Avali cellulite release, $360$ lower body lifts, and avoiding vertical Fleur-de-Lis scars, this episode covers everything you need to know about modern plastic surgery. SUBSCRIBE for more transparent, expert-led advice on bariatric recovery and cosmetic reconstruction! https://www.youtube.com/c/OurSleevedLifePodcast?sub_confirmation=1 IN THIS EPISODE: Dr. Beidas breaks down key insights from his recent international speaking engagement in Argentina, including new South American techniques for rib contouring and breast lifts that leave no scars on the central breast tissue. He clarifies the surgical distinction between a true 360 lower body lift and a basic "circumferential tummy tuck," explaining how suspension anchoring keeps outer hip scars from dropping over time. We also dive deep into new aesthetic technologies, including the all-in-one Aeon Tower and the Avali subdermal cellulite release tool (the "tiny sword" that cuts fibrous bands under the skin). Plus, Dr. Beidas addresses the viral social media lawsuit ads regarding breast mesh, explaining how P4HB dissolvable mesh creates a natural "Internal Bra" for massive weight loss patients. Finally, Ashlyn explores the psychological and functional benefits of skin removal for older adults—from restoring mobility to getting in and out of cars with ease! JOIN THE DISCUSSION: Have you ever considered getting an "Internal Bra" or $360$ lower body lift after weight loss? What plastic surgery innovation surprised you the most in this episode? Drop your questions or thoughts in the comments below! CONNECT & RESOURCES: ‍♀️ Connect with Mel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melunfiltered.vsg Connect with Dr. Omar E. Beidas, MD FACS: Website: https://www.adventhealth.com/doctors/omar-beidas-md-facs-1184919102 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbodycontouring/ Connect with Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW: Find a vetted bariatric therapist: https://www.findabariatrictherapist.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashlynchange4life2012 Verify Your Surgeon’s Board Certification: Check official medical credentials: https://www.certificationmatters.org ️ The Cutting Edge Podcast / Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP): The Cutting Edge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecuttingedgepod_ OSLP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oursleevedlifepodcast Website: https://www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com #PlasticSurgery #InternalBra #360BodyLift #CelluliteTreatment #BreastMesh #TummyTuck #MassiveWeightLoss #TheCuttingEdgePodcast #OurSleevedLifePodcast #BariatricRecovery #Avali #AeonTower Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #389

  Shocking Surgery Footage: 11Years After Gastric Sleeve, Her Stomach Was Corkscrewed! Interview w/Dr Dovec

  Aug 3, 20261h 16m

  Have you ever wondered what actually happens inside your abdomen during a bariatric revision? In this episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast , host Mel (@melunfiltered.vsg) sits down with board-certified bariatric surgeon Dr. Betsy Dovec to watch and review actual 4K high-definition video footage of Mel’s Gastric Sleeve (VSG) to Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RNY) revision surgery! 11 years after her original sleeve gastrectomy, Mel was dealing with chronic pressure, reflux, and weight plateaus. Dr. Dovec reveals the mind-blowing findings inside Mel’s abdomen including a corkscrewed/twisted stomach pouch, a large Type 3 Paraesophageal hiatal hernia suctioned up into her diaphragm, an un-dissected retained fundus that was 3x wider than normal 75mm vs 35mm, and incidental endometriosis! Whether you are navigating bariatric regain, researching revisional surgery, or recovering post-op, this transparent surgical breakdown provides critical medical insights and validation for bariatric patients everywhere. SUBSCRIBE for more honest, expert-led conversations on bariatric recovery and life after weight loss surgery! https://www.youtube.com/c/OurSleevedLifePodcast?sub_confirmation=1 IN THIS EPISODE: Dr. Betsy Dovec takes us step-by-step through Mel's revisional surgery: Incidental Pelvic Findings: Identifying uterine fibroids and "cigarette ash" endometriosis spots that cause severe menstrual pain. Visceral Fat & GLP-1 Impact: Showing how 11 years of sleeve lifestyle combined with GLP-1 medications eliminated nearly all intra-abdominal visceral fat in the omentum. Preventing Complications: Demonstrating how closing the mesenteric defect (Petersen's space) with permanent Ethabond sutures prevents future internal hernias and bowel obstructions. The Twisted Sleeve & Hiatal Hernia: Uncovering why Mel experienced chronic chest pressure, and showing how repairing the diaphragm crura causes referred left shoulder pain. Resizing the Pouch: Dissecting the retained fundus off the spleen and re-sleeving the 75 mm stomach down to a optimal 32 mm pouch over a calibration tube. Post-Op Recovery & Safety: Distinguishing normal gas pain from dangerous leak symptoms, and reviewing safe diet progressions from liquids to soft foods. OIN THE DISCUSSION: Have you ever experienced reflux, pressure, or regain years after a gastric sleeve? Did watching this surgical video help ease your fears about revisional surgery? Drop your thoughts or questions in the comments below! Connect with Mel Gottfried: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melunfiltered.vsg Connect with Dr. Betsy Dovec, MD FACS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbetsydovec/ Connect with Hannah Schuyler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahschuyler.rd/ Connect with BodyByBariatrics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybybariatrics/ ️ Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP): Website: https://www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com Join our Newsletter for freebies & bariatric perks: https://www.oursleevedlifepodcast.com/newsletter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oursleevedlifepodcast #GastricBypass #GastricSleeveRevision #VSGtoRNY #BariatricSurgery #HiatalHernia #OurSleevedLifePodcast #BariatricRecovery #RevisionalSurgery #SleeveGastrectomy #DrBetsyDovec #BariatricRegain Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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