In the pre-operative period, it is important to reduce calorie intake, increase the number of meals and extend the duration of meals.
Which foods will be prohibited after surgery?
Legumes, caffeine, alcohol, gas-causing vegetables and fruits with high acid content should not be consumed for at least 2 months after surgery.
Which supplements will I use after surgery?
Protein supplement, multivitamin, probiotic supplement are the supplements that should be used.
How much protein should I take after surgery?
60-80 grams of protein should be taken.
How long will I use protein supplements after surgery?
Protein supplements should be used for at least 2-3 months until sufficient protein intake with foods increases.
How long will I apply a liquid diet after surgery?
We apply a liquid diet for 2 weeks.
When can I switch to solid nutrition after surgery?
Solid nutrition can be started by adding soft solids to the diet as of the 1st month after surgery.
When can I start consuming all food groups after surgery?
All food groups can be consumed as of the 6th month.
When can I consume alcohol after surgery?
It can be consumed starting from the 6th month.
When can I consume spices after surgery?
Spices other than hot spices can be consumed starting from the 1st month.
When can I consume coffee after surgery?
Coffee can be consumed starting from the 2nd month.
How much weight can I lose after surgery?
The average expectation for the first 6 months is 4.5-7.5 kg per month, while the average for the next 6 months is 2-3 kg per month.
When can I start walking / exercising after surgery?
Regular walking and exercise can be started starting from the 1st month.
Which herbal teas can I use in the first month after surgery?
Linden, fennel, rosehip teas and light black tea can be consumed.
How much fluid should I consume after surgery or balloon procedure?
The target should be at least 1500 ml of fluid.
How long should a meal be after surgery?
The duration of a meal should be at least 30 minutes.
What should I do if constipation develops after surgery or balloon procedure?
Foods with high fiber content can be increased in the diet, fiber supplements can be used or magnesium supplements can be started.
Can I consume fruit juice in a liquid diet after surgery?
Freshly squeezed, unsweetened fruit juices can be consumed between meals.
Which soups can I consume during the liquid diet phase?
During the liquid diet, non-spicy tarhana soup, meat and chicken broth, strained vegetable soups and vegetable juices can be preferred.
What should be the diet after the balloon procedure?
After the balloon procedure, a liquid and puree diet is applied for the first week and solid nutrition can be gradually switched to after 1 week.
Which foods should be avoided after the balloon procedure?
Gas-causing foods (legumes, bulgur, broccoli, etc.), carbonated drinks, very hot and cold foods and alcohol should be avoided.
What are the most common mistakes made after surgery?
Not using protein and multivitamin supplements, weighing yourself every day, not drinking enough water, skipping meals, consuming fast food
What are the mistakes made in nutrition after the balloon procedure?
Consuming carbonated drinks, skipping meals, consuming fast food, weighing yourself every day, not consuming enough water
How long should the post-operative weight maintenance program last?
Weight maintenance programs should last at least 1 year.
How often should you weigh yourself after surgery or a balloon procedure?
Weighing should be done once a week at most.
How long should a patient receive diet support after surgery?
Diet support should last at least 2 years along with the maintenance process.
What are the factors that affect the rate of weight loss after surgery?
The individual’s age, gender, pre-operative body weight, compliance with the diet and the supplements used, and physical activity status are the main factors that affect the rate of weight loss.
What should be the amount of protein to be taken after the balloon procedure?
It should be 60-80 grams.
