Life With Liz

Surgery changes a lot of things: our weight, our appearance, our mind set... but did you realize how much it would change others around you? 

So you've lost weight and people are noticing? That's okay!    Sure, telling people you had weightless surgery (WLS) can sometimes trigger old insecurities, but one should never be ashamed to admit it or hide the fact that your health came first. In this episode, Liz is sharing the tips she uses when having WLS discussions.    Follow Liz on instagram @LizRauOfficial and share your feedback and suggestions for new episodes!

Protein is all most talk about after weight loss surgery. There is a popular misconception that “meat” is the only real source of protein and so it's impossible to follow a vegetarian diet after sleeve gastrectomy due to the lack of protein. But Liz has other thoughts on this topic!   #LifeWithLiz Instagram - @LizRauOfficial

Need to go back to the basics with the bariatric diet? Liz is giving her 5 tips on what she's doing to get her healthy lifestyle back on track. 

The holiday season can be quite challenging after bariatric surgery. Planning ahead can help, but so can these tips and tricks! Don't forget to enjoy the holidays, too. This is a time for smiles, laughter and kindness.    Looking for some healthy protein snacks for stocking stuffers? Use promo code LRO15 at BariatricPal.com and get 15% off your first order. 

After bariatric surgery, it is recommended that you initiate vitamin and mineral supplements. Vitamins and minerals are important after bariatric surgery, but everybody always seems so confused on the why, how or when.    Plus, get your vitamin's 15% off at BariatricPal.com using promo code LRO15 at check out!

A few weeks ago, BariatricPal.com sent out an article on ways to avoid stressful eating. Liz found it so helpful, she wanted to share.   Plus, find out what celebrity she met on a recent work trip!    Like Bariatric Pal? Use Liz's promo code (LRO15) for 15% off your first purchase!

With a smaller tummy, our immune system boosting needs a little extra TLC.  While we will likely never be completely immune from all diseases, a nutrient-packed diet combined with healthy lifestyle behaviors may strengthen your chance at fighting off the flu this season (or worse).    Looking for some healthy protein treats? Check out BariatricPal.com and use promo code LRO15 for 15% off your first order of yummy goodies!

After last week's episode of Liz venting just a bit about the things that bother her, this week she's bringing something new! Liz talks about the four steps needed, after bariatric surgery, to help put yourself in the right mindset. Self care is very important and it's a step no one should skip!   Looking for bariatric items at a low cost? Check out BariatricPal.com and use promo code LRO15 for 15% off your first purchase! Check out the Bariatric Box - it's pretty cool!

Liz is back for another season of "Life With Liz". After taking a break from social media and bariatric boards - for her own sanity - she's back and sharing her thoughts on self accountability, tips for going into the bariatric recovery process with a strong resolve, and where she's at now being 14 months post-op.  Buckle up, season two is here!   Follow on @LizRauOfficial on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for more information!

Stalls are going to happen after bariatric surgery. It is just part of the journey. I have found by doing these 5 things, I am a lot more open-minded and get back on track quicker. Take the time to do these things and you will be back on track in no time.    

Dining out after bariatric surgery is intimidating, or at least it is for many folks. But, it's manageable. Liz faces this issue a lot in her life due to her business schedule, but she's found some tips that work for her!

The most important thing after Bariatric surgery is to follow the plan. Falling into old habits happens from time to time, but as long as there is a plan, you'll be able to get back on track. Liz never ate breakfast before surgery and, during this past week, she fell back into that lifestyle. But that's okay, she has a plan to get back on track!

It is well known that hunger is a common complaint after weight loss surgery. But is it physical hunger or mind hunger? Liz gives you her opinions.     

There are probably a million questions to ask both yourself and your doctor, but Liz provides the top 13 things to ask in the episode before having bariatric surgery.    Check Out https://www.lizrauofficial.com/summer-fun-collection for the Summer Fun collection! Plus, use promo code Summer21 at check out and get 15% off any item in the summer fun collection!

Liz has tried to avoid this topic, because who really likes talking about that bathroom situations, but it is time to discuss dumping syndrome. And yes, it is as gross as it sounds.  Shop the Bariatric Warrior clothing collection here: https://www.lizrauofficial.com/bariatric-collection 

Have you ever heard the term “Fat Brain”? Liz hadn't, until she heard herself say the phrase. But, maybe you have heard another term that has a similar meaning? Although we don’t like the term, we hear it often, especially in the social media communities. Liz gives six tips to getting over it! Shop Liz's Bariatric Collection at https://www.lizrauofficial.com/bariatric-collection 

20 Things That All Bariatric Patients Need to Know - If you’re considering bariatric surgery or know someone that is, Liz has a few tips from her own experiences. Take away what you can, but know, every journey is different.  Help Liz support Autism Acceptance! Every shirt purchased in this collection supports the Autism Society: https://www.lizrauofficial.com/autismacceptance 

We define a Non-Scale Victory (NSV) as a word that conveys a result, object, goal, outcome or feeling generally used revolving around a feel-good moment. The NSV’s of weightless surgeries can basically be small wins relating to off scale moments in your new, well-earned life. It is small things that matter, after all. Non-scale victories define a certain moment in life win you feel like this was all worth it - and every win matters.  #LifeWithLiz @LizRauOfficial 

Getting surgery is always a big deal, but Bariatric Surgery has many more layers. Besides making sure your body is healthy enough for the procedure, your emotional state is just as vital for your journey to success and health. Being mentally prepared for surgery is extremely important on what your outcome will be. Listen to Liz's tips are where she needed her mentally clarity pre and post VSG.  Every item sold from this collection provides a donation to Autism Society of Colorado to help create Autism Acceptance: https://www.lizrauofficial.com/autismacceptance 

Whether you are two months out, six months out, or five years out... falling off track can happen to anyone. What is important to do is to recognize that you are getting off track. In this episode, Liz shares her tips on mindful eating and more.  Support Autism Acceptance in the month of April by shopping Liz's collection. Every shirt sold from the Autism Acceptance collection goes to support the Autism Society: https://www.lizrauofficial.com/autismacceptance 

There's a lot of people who will tell you only the highlights of Bariatric Surgery. Or the folks who only tell you the worst parts of post surgery life. But what about the other stuff? The experiences you're most likely to have? Listen to find out what Liz wants you to know!

There are a lot of things you're warned about before surgery. No sugar, no soda, mandatory diet changes, etc.  But what about the things you don't know about? Are prepared for? Liz recounts some of the things she went through. Listen to find out what those things are!

Hair loss can be traumatic after Bariatric Surgery, as Liz well knows. It isn't preventable but there are steps you can take to help the process. Listen to learn more! Also, please check out Liz's support of Autism Society of Colorado today and how you can be a part of something bigger. LizRauOfficial.com/AutismAcceptance 

The question Bariatric patients ask all the time is Why No Caffeine? Well, Liz has an answer for you.    Follow Liz on her journey; Instagram @LizRauOfficial.com

Liz spoke last week about things that helped her pre-surgery, now she's talking about the changes she made post surgery to keep her journey successful. She also recently traveled to Mexico and could've really let her old habits get the best of her. Listen to find out how she handled traveling with her new diet needs.    For 20% off LizRauOfficial.com/shop - use promo code Liz20 Interested in sharing your journey? Send Liz an e-mail at LizRauInfo@gmail.com For more on Liz, follow her on instagram @LizRauOfficial 

Liz reviews the ten changes she made to make her journey through life, post surgery, easier. There's a lot to know when undergoing Bariatric Surgery and she is here to tell you her story.    Shop LizRauOfficial.com/shop for cute novelty t-shirts and sweatshirts.  Shop Orgain.com with promo code LizRau30 for 30% off clean, plant-based protein. 

So often, Liz is asked the same questions over and over. Will she need plastic surgery? Can she eat whatever she wants? Isn't the tool doing 100% of the work? So today, she sits down to talk about her life, the VSG myths and gets into skincare opinions, too.  www.LizRauOfficial.com > promo code: Warrior20 = for 20% her Bariatric Collection of novelty tees. 

The holidays had Liz thinking, what is alcohol doing to her body? She allowed herself to indulge, but then she stalled. How to get back on track? Plus, find out how her 6 month check in went, plus what she and her nutritionist discussed!   www.LizRauOfficial.com/shop Promo Code: Warrior20 for 20% off the Baratric Collection!

Over the holidays, Liz founds herself snacking on too many treats. That got her thinking, what is sugar really doing to our bodies? Listen to find out. 

Happy holidays, y'all!  This week, let's chat about VSG myths. Common sense rules that often get overlooked.   

Life With Liz is all about the bariatric journey through VSG (gastric sleeve) surgery, the ups and down, the zigs and zags, and what Liz has learned through it all. This week? Well, it is about the things you should know about VSG - post operation.    Plus, don't forget to check out the Bariatric Warrior gear at www.LizRauOfficial.com/shop  Use promo code HOLIDAY20 at check out for 20% Off! 

Before having VSG or any thing bariatric surgery, Liz has some advise for you. Plus, she recounts her week and how a small victory in her journey changed her outlook for the week!   Plus, check out her website at www.LizRauOfficial.com/Shop and use promo code HOLIDAY20 for 20 off.

Has the excitement of having weight loss surgery dwindled for you? Have you gone back to some old unhealthy behaviors? Well, you are not alone. As Here are eight simple steps that will allow you to continue to be successful and get back on track after bariatric surgery. Let's share our journey's and stay in this together. There's always support in the Bariatric community when you need it. 

Holidays make everything seem so tricky when it comes to our Bariatric Lifestyle, doesn't it? How do we go to parties? How do we not regain? How can we still enjoy the traditions?  Well, Liz has 8 tips to help you through the holidays!  Plus, take advantage of her Black Friday/Cyber Monday Promo Code on www.LizRauOfficial.com/Shop and take 25% off your entire cart with promo code THANKS25 - Happy Thanksgiving, y'all!

Life is chaotic and this week was no exception. Sometimes, Liz just needs you to talk to and hopes you're willing to listen.  This is Liz. 

Sometimes Liz gets on a soap box and preaches, especially after some crazy, hectic work days. This week is one of those times where Liz let life get to her. How is she handling it? Listen to find out!   www.LizRauOfficial.com Has cute Bariatric Warrior clothing just waiting for you! Use promo code Warrior20 at check out for 20% off!

Liz speaks very highly of the relationships she's made thanks to her VSG journey. Today, she's introducing to to the shrinking violet herself, Sarah. Find out what Sarah's journey is like, how it started and where it's going!@shrinkingviolet_20 is her IG account - follow her! For a discount on Bariatric themed clothing at www.LizRauOfficial.com - use Warrior20 promo code!Signing up for fetch rewards app? Use my referral code: GAF2H!

There are questions every VSG patient gets, and Liz is no exception. In this week's episode, Liz details the 5 questions she gets all the time. Plus, she details what her 3 month post op appointment was like, plus talks about her new book, "A Hex in the West".  Talk soon!

Sabrina Kent’s world is rocked upside down when her friend and confidant, Deputy Bryan, is suddenly murdered. And she’s the lead suspect!When a tall, dark and handsome investigator shows up to handle the case, Sabrina feels an instant connection to him. It’s almost as if she’s known him her whole life.Together, with her sister, cousin and aunt, they ensue on a crazy path of magic, mayhem and mystery!#HexWestWitches

Liz celebrated her birthday recently, but not all went as planned. A trip to Mexico was canceled due to a hurricane, so she & her husband had to pivot with their plans. Liz let her self indulge a bit, but then had to get back on track. How did she do it? Listen to find out! Real VSG stories from a real VSG patient!

You've heard from Liz on what it is like to be the patient, but what about her husband who took care of her during her recovery? The Russian joins this week to talk about the process, start to finish, of the journey to surgery and what it was like taking care of Liz post op. 

Being a "Bariatric Warrior" isn't just a saying. It's a mentality and a lifestyle. Liz has her reasons for being so strong in her VSG lifestyle convictions, why she made changes and why she's not going to fail. Are you a warrior? 

We all have our expectations going into bariatric surgery, but have you ever thought about the positives you didn't expect? Find out what Liz has realized 11 weeks post op from VSG surgery!

Liz may only be 9 weeks out from her VSG surgery, but she's done a lot of research on the do's and don'ts of bariatric surgery. She has 5 tips of what. not to do in order to be successful in your journey. 

Liz has officially reached her 8 week post op milestone! She's down 34lbs and has a whole list of the things she's noticed, said goodbye to and given into. Let her lessons help you in your VSG journey. 

Liz shares the tips that helped her recover week one of post op. Surgery can be rough, but there are steps to make yourself much more comfortable! Plus, Liz had a small issue with her incision sites this week. Listen to find out what that was!  

This week, Liz lost enough hair to make the decision to chop off her long locks. Plus, she broke her stall and lost 2 more lbs! And... she realized it is time to say goodbye to something...

Liz is officially one month post-op and feeling great! She's down 27lbs and has more energy to spare. However, Life still continues for Liz and things are getting interesting. And taking wine away from the ultimate wine lover? Ouch!

I'm navigating the world of VSG one day at a time and things seems to be constantly changing. For instance: I was supposed to have my two week post-op appt this week and that didn't happen. Listen to find out why.    I also got to start purees this week and man, was that ever life changing!    Plus, I caved in on something I said I wasn't going to do...

Every journey with VSG - Gastric Sleeve Surgery is different. I had surgery the same time as two other ladies and all three of us are on different paths now in our healing. I had two weeks of liquids post surgery and it isn't easy. Here's what I learned and my advice to those just starting this journey. It's a crazy, beautiful adventure into a healthier new me.