If you had undergone bariatric surgery, one of the greatest fears you may have is that you will regain the weight. Unfortunately, it is relatively easy to regain weight. People start gaining weight 12-18 months after the surgery. It can happen due to poor lifestyle choices like unhealthy food, lack of exercise, & sitting for long hours.
How you gain weight after the surgery?
In the first year of having surgery, most of the patients take utmost care of their diet and exercise. They follow the diet routine as prescribed by their doctor. They tend to eat in portions and avoid sugary foods. As after the surgery, they start feeling good about themselves and their body; they try to maintain a healthy lifestyle. However, this motivation doesn’t stay for long. After the first year, patients start binge eating, do less exercise and regain weight.
In most of the cases, weight regain boils down to improper eating habits-
- Eating while feeling full
- Eating all-day
- Binge eating
- Consumption of junk
- Out-of-control eating
How to Keep the Weight Off After Bariatric Surgery
Despite the fact that some weight gain is inevitable, you can follow these simple tips to avoid it after the surgery-
- Schedule visits with your bariatric surgery team to keep the weight loss on track.
- Follow your nutrition plan thoroughly, as recommended by the doctor.
- Keep healthy snacks with you to avoid binging on junk.
- Eat-in fewer portions.
- Follow a strict exercise routine and keep a check on your calories burned so that you get that motivation.
- Don’t fall in the urge to drink sugary beverages.
Bariatric surgery is just a procedure that can transform your life and body; its not a magic wand.
Keep in mind that bariatric surgery is not a lifelong solution to obesity. It’s a weight-loss tool. Once you achieve your desired weight, you need to maintain a healthy lifestyle, do exercise and eat right to stay slim. Follow the bariatric diet your doctor recommends you and try to stay active.
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