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Cut Down to Size

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CUT DOWN TO SIZE

 

As you might well imagine, I read and research a great deal about bariatric surgery … looking at the pre-op regimes; the surgery itself; the dietary recommendations for the eating stages afterwards; recommended supplements; advantages of exercise; procedures for body sculpting if required; and, of course ideas for cooking and eating etc etc. And dare I say, there’s quite a lot out there to trawl through!

 

One area that has always seemed thin on the ground for information however, has been that relating to the psychological preparation for surgery. Coupled with a dearth of practical advice on the emotional and social aspects of such surgery many patients are ill-prepared for the lifestyle changes they need to make in order for their surgery to be a success.

 

I was therefore pleased to read the latest book by Jenny Radcliffe (a Consultant Clinical Health Psychologist), called Cut Down to Size, which addresses just this. It’s an indispensable and comprehensive guide for those thinking of surgical intervention. It covers just about everything you need to know about bariatric surgery, from referral through to the challenges you may face after surgery…be they emotional or physical problems. The book offers insight into the realities of living with WLS and provides practical exercises to help you think through your emotional readiness, social circumstances and eating habits that could determine the success of your surgery.

 

As far as I know, Cut Down to Size, is the first book to focus on the psychological and social aspects of WLS. It also helps the reader appreciate the nature of life after surgery by allowing them to share the experiences of many post-op patients (via their quotes).

 

I have read the book from cover to cover, tried the practical strategies with a degree of success and shall undoubtedly go back to it time and time again to reinforce my aims, goals and perspective.

 

I have an additional copy of this book which I would like to give away FREE!!!

 

If you think it would be useful to you then simply leave me a comment underneath this blog with your name. I shall put the names in the hat at the end of the UK bank holiday weekend (6th May at 6pm) and pull out a winner. Please leave your name and email address so that I can let you know if you have been the lucky one. Please don’t worry, the post will not be made public so your email is safe and I will not use your email address for anything else.

CAROL

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  2. Hi carol i have seen this book and asked around and not many have heard of it Sounds great x

  5. Hi Carol, book sounds excellent and just what I should read because like so many we have the surgery and lose weight but there is so much more to it than that!

  12. Hi carole,hope u r ok. Would like to read book for moral support(up the blues)

  15. Sounds exactly like what I need. Fallen off the wagon big time, need all the help I can get before I sabotage what’s left of the results :/

  18. Thank you for the book reference. I’m always looking to find out more information too!

  19. I am only 4 weeks post sleeve op. I did’t get much help or info from the hospital or even my consultant! I have had to find out most of it myself through the internet & your 2 books, which is my food bible most of the time! I had some psychological problems between having the balloon and the surgery and found it almost impossible to get to see anyone! So this book would be a grateful addition to my ‘return 2 slender’ books.

  20. Hi, I just wanted to mention that I am at the “first step” of getting ready to start my way to have the surgery done. If you have anything that can help me on my search for the up and coming new life I am going to be starting in Jan “2014” I would appricate it.
    Thanks!

  21. Hi, this sounds like a really good book. thanks for the guidance you give.

  23. Hi there I am almost a year post op and am at target , loving my new lease of life and any help is much appreciated .. I think the book will be great for me and helpful.

  24. Hi Carol your a true inspiration and help this book sounds fab well done x

  28. This book looks like just what i need as my surgery is fast approaching!

  31. Hi, this sounds a very interesting read. Please can I be entered into the draw please.xx

  32. Would love to read this as nearly 2 years out and 11 stone lighter but now struggling with feelings of was it the right thing to do !!! x

  34. Your website is a godsend! I appreciate all the invaluable information and recipes. I am due to have my sleeve procedure in a few months.

  36. I’m having my bypass tomorrow and ordered a copy of your Return to Slender this morning.
    I would really love to have the other book too.
    Happy bank holiday weekend.

  38. I would love to have a copy of this book as I am on ‘tier 3’ of the gastric band process and i’m trying to learn all i can before having my op. 🙂

  39. This would be brilliant as Im struggling mentally with eating at the moment after 2 years out of my op xx

  40. Hi my name is Debbie Poehlein. I am struggling to get back on track. I think this book would be a great thing to help me get back on track.. If I am the winner I would really appreciate this. Thank you so very much!!

  41. Hi Debbie, I’m afraid this offer has now finished and we have a winner. Do however look out for more giveaways on the website in the coming weeks. If you need some extra advice on getting back on track then check out the blogs (it’s an area we constantly address) and look at the features we cover in the ‘coping mechanisms’ category…there’s some good advice in there. If there is anything you want advice on in particular then do personal email me carol@bariatriccookery.com and I’ll see if I can help. Do keep in touch! C x

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