Virtual support group meets on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 11am, Pacific Daylight Time

[StephT]

I have been using Bariatric Advantage vitamins for almost 5 years. Recently I discovered that the company offers a free virtual support group that meets every 3 months. The next topic on May 13 is "How to Spot a Nutrient Deficiency after Bariatric Surgery". The previous session was on Mindful Eating. The speaker, Cassie Story, is a bariatric nutrition expert with over 20 years of experience and was very interesting. After registering they send you a link to the group and you will be able to download a copy of the presentation, get a link to the Bariatric Advantage bog and a few other items. The focus is on education with a nationwide audience and has a very active chat session. The blog items are helpful and some topics are avoiding dehydration, what to know before surgery, what to pack for the hospital, meal planning . . . I found it all helpful, just wish I had learned about it sooner.

Register for the Bariatric Advantage virtual support group

 

[JustMe]

I wish I could go to it! I have to work.

 

[StephT]

If you watch it live then you can participate in the chat.

I registered for the previous session but because of work could not watch it live. I was sent a link to the recorded presentation and all the documents that were shared during the session. It was worth watching after the fact if the live stream does not work for you.

 

[JustMe]

Thank you!

 

[StephT]

Just a reminder that the Bariatric Advantage virtual support group meets tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13 at 11 am, Pacific Daylight Time.

Register in advance and they will send you a link to the livestream with a very active chat group. If the time does not work for you, you can access the recorded presentation and all the educational materials through the same link and on your own schedule!

Register for the Bariatric Advantage virtual support group

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[JustMe]

If you watch it live then you can participate in the chat.

I registered for the previous session but because of work could not watch it live. I was sent a link to the recorded presentation and all the documents that were shared during the session. It was worth watching after the fact if the live stream does not work for you.

I'll do that since I'll be working, too.

 

[JustMe]

I'll do that since I'll be working, too.

Done! It took about two seconds to register.

 

[StephT]

The session was helpful. I have an appointment with both my PCP and nutritionist in June. I'm going to ask for bloodwork, looking specifically for the nutrients that were discussed in the presentation.

The next session is July 8, same time and the topic is Why You Need Protein After Bariatric Surgery.