We are made of one mud. You, your brain and your brain are not separate things. Everything is intrinsically linked. A change in your body, in your bowel, can affect how you feel. This is why emotional eating works in the first place. Understanding and navigating these changes are an important part of the bariatric journey and that's why I have always emphasized the important of psychology as part of complete surgical care.
This isn't just navigating problems either: to borrow a corporate phrase, this is a "value-add" - taking something that is fine and making it better.
Kalpana and Waheeda, the psychologists from Peace of Mind Psychology who are partnered with me and Auckland Bariatric Surgery, are hosting their first webinar:
Ngā mihi Ben
PS: I'm a bit shocked that I last posted in April. My New Year's Resolution (and good SEO practice...) was for a post every two weeks. Must do better...