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Tuesday, February 3, 2015

What To Know About Bariatric Friendly Protein Shakes

By Ines Flores


If an individual has undergone surgery to produce weight loss, this creates a need for change in the diet in order to facilitate healing from the surgery and also to lose and maintain the loss of extra weight. This can be a bit frustrating for someone who is used to eating a certain way. But, there are tasty bariatric friendly protein shakes that one can consume which helps to make things easier.

Healing is one of the most important concerns following any type of surgery and one that is done for weight loss is no different. During the first four weeks after the operation, one has to be on a liquid diet. This means drinking smoothies or shakes during this period. The protein intake is higher than it usually is for a normal person which helps to facilitate healing.

The best foods for this process are whey protein powders, milk, cheeses like ricotta and yogurt. However, not everyone can digest dairy products so it would be best to use alternatives like tofu, soy milk, and nut milks. This is important because allergic reactions can delay the healing the process. In any case, these foods help to add body and nutrition to the drink.

Another component to the smoothie is fruit which should be fresh. This could be fruit that is in season and that one really likes. Some prefer to use frozen fruits since these are usually prepared and ready to use. Sometimes canned fruits can be used but it is important to read the labels to be sure there is no additional sugar added. Additional sweeteners can be used, but are not usually necessary.

For some people, fruit is not enough to make things sweet. In this case, an individual can use sweeteners that are low in calories instead of regular sugar. It is important that there are no additional calories from regular sugar because this is one of the main causes of weight gain. There are also natural sweeteners that are very low in calories that are from natural sources which are safe to use.

Fiber is also important since one does not want to create pressure when using the bathroom. This is especially true when a person has recently undergone an operation, since it is important not to make a delicate situation worse. There are a number of supplements that can be used to accomplish this, but a person should choose one that they like.

Nut butters are also a great choice which adds a certain amount of fat to the smoothie. It also helps to create a creamy texture which is quite appealing and helps to hold everything together. Many times they also contain vitamin E and A which help to speed up the healing process. Nut butters are also good because they are easier to digest and to blend in smoothies than whole nuts.

If one lives in Kernersville, NC, there are a number natural food stores that one can visit to get smoothies made or purchase natural ingredients. It is important that a person makes sure that they are buying ingredients of the highest quality since this is the only way to ensure that their health with be preserve. In addition, one should always consult with their doctor before making changes in their diet.




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