Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery is the term for operations to help promote weight loss. There are three types of bariatric surgery:

Vertical Banded Gastroplasty(VBD), & Roux-en-Y Gastric BypassWhat is bariatric surgery?

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LAP BAND SYSTEMAn adjustable silicone elastic band is placed around the upper part of the stomach creating a small pouch and restricting the passage of food

VERTICAL BANDED GASTROPLASTY (VBG) VBG is a purely restrictive procedure in which the upper stomach is stapled and divided, forming a small pouch that reduces the size of the stomach and the amount of food the stomach can hold

ROUX-EN-Y GASTRIC BYPASSRoux-en-Y Gastric Bypass is the most frequently performed weight loss procedure in the United States During this surgery, the upper stomach is stapled creating a small pouch that is completely divided from the remainder of the stomach

Nutrition: Diet plan for Bariatric Surgery

Patient have to follow a strict diet before and after bariatric surgery.

Patient must have a nutritional consultation.

Food Restriction It is important to chew food thoroughly and slow

It is important wait 2-3 minutes after swallowing before putting the next bite of food in your mouth.

Dont drink fluids while eating

Avoid food high in fat and have no nutritional value.

Avoid alcoholAvoid food high in sugarLimit snacking between meals

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ExerciseExercise plays a crucial role after bariatric surgery becausePromotes good circulation, respirationIncreases metabolism, reduces adipose tissues

How to start an effective exercise patternWalking is the simple way to start the exercise process Then, try out different types of exercises to find one that is enjoyable, running, treadmill.However, exercises should be well-organized.