Francette Dietitian

10/11/2025

Great summary of the new South African Obesity treatment guidelines by my work bestie Nicola Drabble - Bariatric Dietitian South Africa 🤓

05/11/2025

A whole special publication in the SAMJ just for the treatment of obesity. 🙌🏻 What a milestone for SA! Amazing contributions made by various experts in the field. Especially proud of our own team’s surgeon and visionary Dr Thinus Smit at The Obesity Heath Centre, Zuid Afrikaans Hospital for his contributions about Bariatric Surgery 1) Selection and pre-operative work up and 2) Surgical options and outcome. 🤓

https://samajournals.co.za/index.php/samj/issue/view/149

02/11/2025

Get your South African bariatric cookbook from Nutrition Kitchen this November at 20% discount!
Suitable for pre- and post-op bariatric meals, GLP-1 meals and anyone following a balanced diet - low in fat, low in sugar with a focus on higher protein intake.
Hard copy R320 excl courier fee
Digital copy R240
Contact Bev Pretorius directly
📧temperedindulgence@gmail.com
📞 082 901 1289

27/10/2025

Meals tailored to your unique nutrition journey! Bev is based in Pretoria and well known for her delicious perfectly portioned meals. I highly recommend her especially to my bariatric patients - Bev can assist with each of your dietary phases pre and post-op 🙌🏻
Added bonus is that Bev makes delicious wholesome food your whole family can enjoy. 🥘

26/10/2025

Each balanced meal & snack after bariatric surgery should be planned around your serving of protein. 🤓

After bariatric surgery, protein becomes your anchor.

It heals, strengthens, and keeps you fuller for longer.
When you read labels, aim for 10g or more per serving. It’s a simple habit that builds long-term success.

17/10/2025

🍊 A Slice of Sunshine on My Desk

🇿🇦Blood oranges are still around, the last little gift from the cooler months. These jewel toned citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C and anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that help the body heal, protect cells and calm inflammation.

💪 For my bariatric patients, vitamin C enhances iron absorption and supports recovery.
🤰 For pregnant women, it helps baby’s development and strengthens mom’s immune system.
🌸 And for those on a fertility journey, antioxidants quietly support egg and s***m quality by reducing oxidative stress.

Just like the deep red of a blood orange appears only when the season turns, health too reveals its beauty in its own time. 🌿

🎧 This fruit (and its story) featured in the latest episode of my podcast, Kosreis – “Bloedlemoene: Hoe rooier, hoe mooier en gesonder.”
Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts – link in bio.

15/10/2025

💜 in October month - picture perfect and the streets are covered in blossoms like confetti. View from Bourke street hospital. 🤩

17/07/2025

📣 Attention: Pre- and post-op bariatric patients, family, friends and support buddies and interested medical professionals. You do not want to miss this next webinar! We are going to talk about the emotional challenges and rewards of the bariatric journey and give lots of tips!

One week to go!

Join us for our FREE webinar session
Date: Thursday 24th July
Time: 7pm

The theme of this months’ “Ask us anything”: Navigating the emotional and relational journey of bariatric surgery.

Register via the link on the Obesity Community Fund Website (Link in Bio)

We are here to support you on your bariatric journey

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." – African Proverb