Epi 215 – When Old Habits Return: Food Addiction After Bariatric Surgery | Guest: Pamela Mekuz
Many bariatric patients find themselves struggling again with food addiction—especially after the “honeymoon phase” of weight loss fades. In this episode of Our Sleeved Life Podcast, Kellie and Mel sit down with Pamela Mekuz, a certified Food Addiction Counselor and fellow bariatric patient, to talk about what happens when unhealthy eating habits come back, and how to regain control.
🍽️ Triggers After Weight Loss Surgery
Pamela explains why old eating habits can resurface after the rapid weight loss window, and how to recognize emotional and behavioral food triggers before they take over.
🧠 Healthy Coping Tools
Learn evidence-based techniques and post-op mental health strategies for managing food addiction, emotional eating, and habit relapse—all tailored for the bariatric community.
🌟 Pamela’s Story of Recovery
As a gastric sleeve patient herself, Pamela shares her journey from struggling with food addiction to helping others heal their relationship with food through specialized counseling.
🎧 If you're dealing with unhealthy food patterns post-op, this episode offers the validation and tools you need to find balance and freedom again.
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