Micronutrients & recovery
All patients undergoing bariatric surgery require long-term vitamin and mineral supplementation, with malabsorptive procedures requiring more extensive replacement to prevent deficiencies.
You must take vitamin and mineral supplements for the rest of your life after bariatric surgery. This is not optional. If you had a malabsorptive procedure (like bypass), you likely need more supplements than someone with a restrictive procedure. Work with your doctor to determine the right doses based on your blood tests.
We recommend that long-term vitamin and mineral supplementation be considered in all patients undergoing bariatric surgery, with those who have had malabsorptive procedures requiring potentially more extensive replacement therapy to prevent nutritional deficiencies (1•QQQE).
Why this rating
Strong recommendation (1) supported by moderate quality evidence (QQQE).
Source
Endocrine and Nutritional Management of the Post-Bariatric Surgery Patient: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
David Heber et al. · The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism · 2010
DOI 10.1210/jc.2009-2128
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- Post-bariatric surgery patients must consume 60-120g of protein daily to maintain lean body mass and prevent protein malnutrition, particularly after malabsorptive procedures.Good
- Purely restrictive bariatric procedures (e.g., adjustable gastric banding) are more commonly associated with weight regain and weight loss failure compared to malabsorptive procedures (e.g., Roux-en-Y bypass).Good
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