Tips to Prepare for Weight Loss Surgery

Tips to Prepare for Weight Loss Surgery

Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery

There are many essential steps you must take to prepare for weight loss surgery, and your commitment to lifestyle change begins before surgery itself. Here are some things you can start doing today to begin preparing for weight loss surgery

Preparations Learn About Weight Loss Surgery Read books, view websites, attend a support group and talk with others who have had surgery to become informed about the procedures offered, risks and lifestyle changes.

Quit Smoking Smoking and the use of tobacco and nicotine products have been proven to dramatically increase the risk of complications during and after bariatric surgery.

Make Changes in Your Diet Focus on increasing protein and fresh fruits and vegetables, while reducing or eliminating sugar and high-fat foods, as well as fast-food and restaurant meals.

Begin Tracking Your Food & Water Recording your eating and drinking habits can uncover valuable information and help you identify opportunities for improvement.

Drink More Water Follow your body's thirst signals. Adults need at least 64 ounces of water every day. Drink more water and limit all other beverages

Begin an Exercise Routine If you are not currently exercising, start small and create a consistent physical activity plan that fits your ability - short walks, chair exercises and small increases in daily activity can make a difference.

Commit to Not Gaining Additional Weight It is important to not gain weight while preparing for surgery. Avoid "last suppering" and overeating in anticipation of making diet and lifestyle changes later on.

Focus on Mental & Emotional Health Consider starting a list or journal of healthy and motivating lifestyle changes you are making. Develop a support network of positive, caring people. Find alternative ways of coping with emotional eating.

Having Weight Loss Surgery

If you have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or above or are more than 100 pounds overweight – or if you have a BMI of at least 35 then you may be a candidate for bariatric surgery. Dr. Andrew Averbach, Dr. Isam Hamdallah, and their surgical team offer the safest and most effective primary bariatric surgical procedures, as well as revision bariatric surgery. Contact us today to learn more!

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