This week while visiting my friend Cherie, we sat down for a relaxed chat about something so many people ask me about — how to maintain healthy, bariatric-friendly habits while spending time with loved ones who don’t eat or live the same way.
The truth? It’s completely possible, and honestly… it’s easier when you have a friend like Cherie.
In our conversation, we talked about how differently we each approach food and health, yet how we’ve always supported each other’s goals. We shared what we’ve learned from one another over the years, and how friendship sometimes means simply listening and cheering each other on — even when our paths don’t look the same.
We laughed about our favorite memories from the week, and I opened up about the small choices that helped me stay protein-focused and balanced while traveling. From sugar-free coffee runs to mindful meals and enjoyable movement, this vacation was a beautiful reminder that healthy living can fit into any environment when you stay intentional.
As I head home, I’m taking with me not just the memories, but the reminder that support systems matter, and friendships like this make the journey even sweeter.
Bariatric Living 