About Your Bariatric Dietitian
The founder of Your Bariatric Dietitian, Sally has a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) and a Master of Nutrition and Dietetics. Sally is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and Accredited Nutritionist (AN) of the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA).
Sally has extensive experience in individual counselling, working in the private sector since 2003. She has specialised dietetic counselling skills in the dietary management of those undergoing bariatric surgery, having provided dietetic consultations to hundreds of individuals as part of one of Adelaide’s premier holistic, multidisciplinary obesity management teams since 2005.
In 2010 Sally launched her first Australian book, Knife, Fork and Band – Your Healthy Living Plan with a Gastric Band. Sally is a regular user of social media to provide a credible source of nutrition information and support for those undergoing bariatric surgery. You can follow the links on this site to connect with Sally on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin or subscribe to her newsletter for the latest on nutrition and bariatric surgery.
What does a Bariatric Dietitian do?
Bariatric surgery, or obesity surgery, can help people lose weight by reducing the amount of food that can be eaten at one time and feeling satisfied for a longer period of time. However, an ongoing commitment to a healthy lifestyle is required for long term success.
Studies show that those who regularly attend more follow-up appointments with their team, including the dietitian, lose more weight. Follow up with your whole team is important, not just your surgeon.
Dietitians don’t just help people lose weight. Some people who have bariatric surgery will have medical conditions with specific dietary needs. Only an APD is qualified to advise on the nutritional management of chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders and food allergy and intolerance.
APDs can educate patients, families, partners and carers on life after bariatric surgery, including:
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Obtaining all the nutrients needed for good health
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Managing specific health conditions
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Vitamin and mineral supplementation
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Practical meal ideas
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Meal planning and shopping
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Reading and understanding food labels
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Modifying your recipes and healthy food preparation
Long-term success with after bariatric surgery involves changes to many aspects of your life. Let Your Bariatric Dietitian support you in your journey.