Macronutrients
This macronutrient is important after bariatric surgery in order to preserve lean body mass and promote feelings of fullness.
These two nutrients are needed after weight loss surgery in order to promote healthy bone growth and prevent bone loss.
What is calcium and vitamin D?
This is the one eating pattern that has shown to increase metabolism.
What is small frequent meals?
This nutrient is your number one priority after weight loss surgery.
What is water?
Taking this supplement is the best way to prevent hair loss after weight loss surgery.
What is a bariatric formulated multivitamin and protein?
You should always pair up a protein source with this food group in order to promote feelings of fullness and increase the nutrient value of your meals/snacks.
Focusing on high quality sources of this nutrient can help promote adequate energy levels, blood glucose regulation and adequate fiber consumption.
What is carbohydrates?
This vitamin can cause permanent damage if not supplemented or consumed adequately after bariatric surgery.
What is thiamine (vitamin B1)?
This is the best way to ensure adequate portion sizes.
Measure and/or reading internal hunger/fullness cues
This is one way to measure someone's protein status and evaluate adequate consumption.
What is body composition testing?
Main sources of this vitamin include all animal products (dairy, meat, eggs).
These eating patterns have been shown to cause unwanted weight gain and weight re-gain after weight loss surgery.
What is emotional eating patterns?
This is the most easily absorbed source of protein found in protein shakes and protein powders.
What is whey protein isolate?
Men and women need to supplement with this element in order to prevent deficiency. Signs and symptoms of this deficiency include anemia, fatigue, weakness and spoon shaped nails.
What is iron?
This is the best way to curb cravings and minimize a large appetite at night.
What is feeding yourself adequately during the day.