After SIPS bariatric surgery, a healthy bariatric diet is essential to expedite the weight loss process without compromising on the nutritional needs of the body. It is always a good idea to understand some basic diet rules, especially after weight loss surgery. The post outlines five diet rules to follow after bariatric surgery.

1. Stabilize the Blood Sugar Level

Stable blood sugar level keeps the hunger stable. It is, therefore, important to keep a check on your blood sugar level. Avoid food rich in simple carbohydrates such as white bread, potatoes, corn, white rice, and anything that is replete with sugar, such as muffins, donuts, candy, brownies, and ice-cream. Instead, eat low carb food in a small portion such as brown bread and brown rice. Low carb food is high in fiber which makes you full faster helping in smooth bowel movement.

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2. Drink the Right Amount of Water

Some patients have to be readmitted after bariatric surgery due to complications arising from dehydration. As water is essential for the body, it is advisable to drink the right amount of water after surgery. In addition to drinking water, include low-calorie fluids, such as unsweetened coffee, infused water, and herbal tea.

3. No Unhealthy Snacking

Snacking between meals can become a roadblock in your weight loss process and you may start gaining weight after you hit the low point. If you can’t help snacking in between meals, switch junk with healthy snacks such as almonds and peanuts. Another way to keep snacking at bay is to drink water whenever you feel like eating snacks, because more often than not we mistake thirst with hunger.

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4. Eat Protein Rich Food

Protein is crucial for the body. As after bariatric surgery the size of your stomach is decreased, it is recommended to eat at least 80 grams of protein in a day, in order to stay healthy. As body needs protein to function properly, if you are not feeding enough amount of protein to your body, it will begin to extract energy from the body muscles. Lack of protein can also make you feel nauseous, weak, and tired and may also result in swelling, hair loss, and various other skin problems in the long run.

Wrap Up

Weight loss after SIPS bariatric surgery is not a destination, it is a way of life. Though it is easy to get a suitable diet plan from a dietitian, abiding by it is something which is challenging but crucial. If you or someone you know is looking for an experienced bariatric surgeon in Perth to consult your diet plan or want to learn more about SIPS gastric surgery, look no further than Perth Surgical & Bariatrics. To book an appointment with our bariatric surgeon, feel free to call 08 6558 1901 or book an appointment and we will get back with you, shortly.