Below is a list of common problems people face after weight-loss surgery, what causes them and what you can do to ease or even prevent them. Constipation is often caused by not getting enough liquids and fibers. Also, the utilization of iron supplements can cause constipation. Try to eat even more fiber-rich foods such as oatmeal, and soft vegetables & fruits once you’ve eaten your protein. Fiber supplements such as Metamucil, gummy fiber, or any universal “clear and natural” fiber supplement can be helpful. In addition, make sure you’re active daily actually. Activity helps to keep your bowels moving.
If constipation persists, you may use a laxative such a Miralax or Milk of Magnesia or stool softeners, such as Colace. Take into account that your colon practices will change after surgery. You may be moving your bowels less often as you will be eating less. A reduction in bowel motions is not constipation always.
Dehydration is caused by not getting enough liquids in on a regular basis. Signs that you may be dehydrated include dark/strong smelling urine, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache. You must get in at least 48 ounces of calorie-free, caffeine-free fluids daily to prevent dehydration. All allowable fluids must be sipped constantly each day between meals.
In many instances, nausea and vomiting after surgery are triggered by eating too fast, eating too much and/or not chewing your food enough. 1. Eat very gradually. 2. Cut each piece into dime-sized parts. 3. Chew each bite 20-30 times. 4. … Read the rest
