Your eating habits after bariatric surgery will change drastically. People interested in weight loss surgery for obesity must consider their relationship with food and prepare themselves for lifestyle changes before and after the procedure. An unhealthy relationship with food can affect bariatric surgery success. Dr V. Kuzinkovas and our staff at Advanced Surgicare will discuss your diet and lifestyle during your consultation.
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Why Does Bariatric Surgery Work For Weight Loss When Diet Changes Don’t?
Bariatric surgery is often a last resort for patients who have either tried and failed to lose weight with diet, medications, and exercise or quickly regained the kilograms they fought hard to lose for months or years. Diet and exercise may not work for you for various reasons, including genetics and hormones. Weight loss surgery induces significant weight loss by reducing the stomach’s capacity or size with lap band surgery, gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, or another procedure. Dr. V Kuzinkovas is a certified bariatric surgeon in Sydney, and he explains why obesity surgery works when diet changes don’t.
Read MoreWhy You Need a Dietician and Psychological Counseling for Bariatric Success
Bariatric surgery is arguably the most effective weight-loss solution for people who are morbidly obese. However, it is not magic, so you must develop a healthy diet and strong mental powers to achieve the greatest success. That is why the team at Advanced Surgicare includes a dietician and nutritional counselor to help guide you through your weight-loss journey. Below, Dr V. Kuzinkovas explains the role these experts play.
Read MoreTips for Better Nutrition and Exercise After Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery is just the beginning of your transformation to a new, healthier lifestyle. Nutrition and exercise are key to achieving and maintaining a better life with a slimmer figure and better management of medical conditions. Most people who have these procedures are at least 50 kilograms overweight or have a BMI over 35. Sometimes, these procedures are helpful for those with a BMI between 30 and 35 with health risks related to obesity.
Read MoreVitamins to Take after Bariatric Surgery
Some bariatric patients believe that the nutritional instructions they receive from their surgeons are suggestions designed to help them maximize their weight loss. In reality, the instructions are more important than that. By virtue of having restricted food consumption and a different digestive process, bariatric patients will see a shift in their natural intake of key vitamins and minerals. To avoid negative health consequences, Dr V. Kuzinkovas strongly encourages his patients to take certain vitamins and supplements.
Read MoreWays to Make Exercise More Fun
Exercise is a core part of maintaining a healthy weight. Alas, people who view exercise as a chore are generally the most resistant to doing it. In order to help his bariatric patients change their mindsets and want to engage in physical activity, Dr V. Kuzinkovas offers up some tips for making exercise a fun experience.
Read MoreProtein Options for Vegetarians after Weight Loss Surgery
Protein, protein, protein! As any weight loss surgery patient can attest, weight loss surgeons always stress the importance of adding sufficient protein to your diet both before and after surgery. Protein serves as pivotal fuel for your body; because your body does not store protein like it does fat, you must continuously supply it to your body, even when limiting your calorie intake overall.
Read MoreTime-Saving Tips for Healthy Cooking
One of the misconceptions about cooking healthy at home is that it takes too much time and effort. Dr V. Kuzinkovas and the team at Advanced Surgicare want to assure you that preparing healthy meals does not need to be a hinderance in your already busy life. While there is certainly an adjustment period when changing to a healthier lifestyle and kitchen, there is no reason you need to spend excess time making nutritious meals for yourself in the long term. To get you on the right path, we offer these tips:
Read MoreGetting Back on Track After a Food Binge
Food binging can happen to the most dedicated weight loss surgery patient. Sydney’s Dr Vytauras Kuzinkovas of Advanced Surgicare explains ways to get back on track after a food binge.
Read More5 Tips to Stay Satiated After Weight Loss Surgery
You are what you eat. Staying satiated after weight loss depends a great deal on your diet, but that is not the only factor. Sydney’s Dr Vytauras Kuzinkovas of Advanced Surgicare explains ways you can stay satiated after your weight loss surgery.
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