Transforming Perspectives: The Journey to Bariatric Surgery

In episode 69 of the Body Grievers® Club podcast, guest Jay Salazar (he/him), a TikTok educator known for his comedic and political content, discusses his experiences with bariatric surgery and then subsequent journey in finding food freedom 

This episode includes:

• Challenges faced post-surgery, including criticism from the bariatric community
• Transitioning to intuitive eating post bariatric surgery
• Navigating towards body positivity
• The pressures of existing in both the awareness of anti-diet and the lingering desire for weight loss

00:00 Trigger Warning and Introduction

02:33 Jay's Bariatric Surgery Journey

05:48 Post-Surgery Realizations and Food Freedom

11:40 Navigating Social Media and Criticism + Health Care

14:53 Navigating Healthcare Challenges

19:44 Facing Criticism and Finding Peace

22:14 Reflections on Body Image

24:24 The Ongoing Journey of Self-Acceptance

To Find Jay's funny + insightful content, follow him:

Instagram: @thejaysalazar_

TikTok: thejaysalazar

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