UW Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery

03/09/2026

03/04/2026

by Kelli Richardson, RD You’ve probably heard the generic advice before: Eat your fruits and veggies. Limit how many sugary beverages you drink. Your neighbor has probably heard this too — regardless of how you both identify with gender. However, should men and women be prioritizing different nu...

03/02/2026

Obesity Action Coalition - OAC💙💙

Awareness changes outcomes. OAC works to shift the conversation around obesity from blame to understanding, grounded in science and lived experience. We’re proud to support and efforts that promote dignity, respect and better care for people living with obesity. Take the pledge early and commit to care: obesitycareweek.org

03/01/2026

This March, discover the power of nutrition during !

Find out how nutrition has the power to help you and your community thrive, and how RDNs and NDTRs can expertly guide you with information driven by science: sm.eatright.org/NNM

02/25/2026

🌟 Zinc & Copper for Weight Loss? Here’s the Truth. 🌟

Zinc and copper can support the systems that influence weight — things like thyroid function, metabolism, appetite, and energy. But they’re not stand-alone weight-loss boosters.

There are plenty of foods naturally high in zinc and copper—and the best way to support these minerals is by eating a balanced, varied diet that includes them.

🥇 Copper-rich foods:
• Liver
• Oysters
• Sesame seeds
• Dark chocolate
• Cocoa powder

🥇 Zinc-rich foods:
• Seafood
• Meat
• Seeds
• Beans, peas & lentils

A balanced plate keeps your minerals in harmony and helps your body work at its best—supporting your energy, metabolism, and long-term weight-loss efforts. 💪✨

12/16/2025

🤝Please join us for our 2026 support groups! We’d love to have you! 👥

12/10/2025

✨ Struggling with slow or stubborn weight loss? Low magnesium might be part of the story. ✨
Did you know nearly half of people in the United States don’t meet the recommended daily magnesium intake?
Magnesium matters more than most realize — it supports:
• 💪 Muscle function
• 🔄 Blood sugar balance
• 😴 Sleep quality
• 🧘 Stress regulation
And all of these can influence how consistently your body loses weight.
Add more magnesium-rich foods to your day — nuts, seeds, leafy greens, whole grains, beans, and legumes.

12/01/2025

✨ Prioritizing 7–9 hours of sleep each night can support better appetite control, improved energy, and more consistent weight-loss progress.

Adequate sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a cornerstone of physical health, mental clarity and emotional balance. When life gets busy, cutting back on rest may seem harmless, but even small, consistent sleep losses create “sleep debt,” a hidden deficit that affects focus, mood, metabolism and dec...

11/27/2025

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving!
Here’s to slowing down, savoring the moment, and practicing gratitude for our health and the people who support us.
Wishing everyone a peaceful and nourishing holiday. 🦃💛

11/25/2025

💪 Protein & Weight Loss: Find the Balance

Protein helps you stay full, protect muscle, and boost metabolism — but more isn’t always better.

✔️ Eat lean, real-food proteins
✔️ Stay hydrated
✔️ Keep meals balanced with veggies & fiber
❌ Don’t swap whole foods for only shakes or powders

Protein is powerful, but balance wins every time. 🌟

11/10/2025

⚖️ Vitamin B12 vs. Thiamine (Vitamin B1):

🧠 B12- Think: nerve and red blood cell support

⚡ Thiamine- Think: energy and nerve protection

11/05/2025

💪 Vitamin B12 & Weight Loss: The Energy Connection
Vitamin B12 helps power your metabolism, nerves, and red blood cells — all key during weight loss!
Low B12 can leave you feeling tired and sluggish, making it harder to stay active.
After bariatric surgery, absorption often drops — so supplementation is essential.
💊 Ask your care team if you’re getting enough B12 — it’s an important piece of the long-term success puzzle!