Reactive Hypoglycemia After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know

Reactive Hypoglycemia After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know

March 22, 2026 · 51 min

About this episode

This episode discusses reactive hypoglycemia, a common complication after gastric bypass surgery, with expert insights from dietitian Daniella Di Benedetto.

In this episode, we sit down with leading bariatric dietitian Daniella Di Benedetto to unpack one of the most misunderstood and often overlooked complications after gastric bypass surgery: reactive hypoglycemia. We dive into what it is, why it happens, how it differs from dumping syndrome, and why so many patients are being misdiagnosed or dismissed. If you have ever experienced dizziness, sweats, confusion, or unexplained crashes after eating, this conversation could be the missing piece you have been searching for. This is a must-listen for anyone pre or post-op, as well as healthcare professionals wanting to better understand the long-term realities of bariatric surgery.

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