Bariatric surgery is a life-changing surgery that helps obese people to lead a healthy and long life without the risks caused by extreme weight.
What is bariatric surgery?
The term is used for representing various types of weight loss surgeries that help obese people in losing excess weight from their bodies by making some changes in their digestive systems so that they can lead a healthy lifestyle after surgery. Two things are done in these surgeries
- Reduce the size of the stomach to reduce the amount of food that can be stored in the stomach.Â
- Restrict the absorption of calories and other nutrition in the body.Â
What are the benefits of bariatric surgery?Â
- Lose weightÂ
The primary motive of weight loss surgery is losing weight and getting rid of obesity. Extreme weight can cause different types of health diseases and also affects daily life. This surgery can help to lead a healthy lifestyle by eliminating the risks associated with obesity.
- Reduces Type 2 diabetesÂ
Results have shown that in most cases, weight loss surgery is beneficial for obese patients with Type-2 diabetes. It may even be able to reduce the need for insulin doses.
- Good for heart health
Extreme weight can have negative effects on cardiovascular health. It can lead you towards cardiac arrest, and heart attack increases heart rate and even cardiovascular blockage. Results have shown that bariatric surgery can reduce the risks of cardiovascular diseases. After surgery, the blood pressure and cholesterol return to a normal level that is beneficial for heart health.Â
- Improved mental health
Many obese people suffer from insecurity complex because of their body weight. Low confidence in appearance can lead someone to depression and other mental health issues. Results have shown that weight loss surgery helps obese people to regain their confidence and improve their mental health.Â
- Reduces the risk of early joint pain
Excessive weight puts extra pressure on joints that can cause joint pain and joint damage from an early stage. Weight loss surgery helps to relieve the extra stress from joints and reduce the need for medicines.Â
- Improves fertility
Excessive weight can cause infertility issues, especially among women. It can also cause different types of gynaecological issues. Reports have shown that bariatric surgery can reduce the risk of miscarriage and improve the menstrual cycle.
Besides these, there are also other benefits of weight loss surgery, but one can get the benefits only if he/she maintains important steps after the surgery.
What are important steps to maintain weight loss after a weight loss surgery?Â
Quit continuous snacking
You can regain weight if you keep snacking continuously throughout the day. You should eat foods enriched with protein and fiber to feel full for a long time and quit the old habit of continuous snacking.
Take special care of your diet
Your diet is the game-changer. Include protein, fibre, and other essential nutrition and fats in your diet. Talk with an expert dietitian and plan the diet that you should follow. Reduce the consumption of sugar, saturated fat and other unhealthy elements.Â
Eliminate some old habits
After weight loss surgery, you have to change your old habits. Avoid alcohol consumption, raw meat consumption and fast food consumption as much as possible. Though it is often needed to have your food on the way, try to eat something healthy or carry a lunch box with you.Â
Exercise daily
Daily exercise is important to keep yourself healthy and maintain weight after bariatric surgery. Burn your calories by having a 60 to 90 minutes exercise period daily. You can contact an expert to choose the appropriate exercise regime for you.
Change in eating habits
Set an eating pattern with intervals every 3 to 4 hours. Instead of having too much food at once, try to consume food in a small quantity every 3 to 4 hours. Make sure to maintain that eating habit.Â
Be hydrated
You must be well hydrated during the post-surgery period. One should drink at least 4L water per day to keep the body hydrated after the surgery.Â
Avoid liquid calories
Avoid liquid calories as much as possible to maintain a healthy weight after the surgery. Liquid calories can ruin your efforts to maintain a healthy weight. These liquid calories includeÂ
sugary drinks, juice, soups, ice cream, dips, dressing, milkshakes, protein shakes, etc.Â
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It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle after weight loss surgery because there is a high risk of regaining weight if you don’t. Make sure to make fitness your priority after bariatric surgery. Remember, a good and balanced food habit with routine exercise is the key to success.