The purpose of a weight loss procedure is to substantially decrease a person’s food intake which can be achieved using different surgical methods. However undergoing any weight loss procedure may result in vitamin deficiencies. When patients undergo a Lapband will have reduced food consumption, and as a result this will decrease the amount of nutrients being…
As discussed in our previous blog, patients are required to follow a specific preoperative diet to shrink the size of the liver. Here at the Brisbane Obesity Clinic our patients use Optifast which is a nutritionally balanced dietary replacement program. This product is formulated to provide sufficient proteins, vitamins, minerals, fibre and other dietary requirements that…
A very commonly asked question is: What is a preoperative diet? Prior to undergoing a weight loss procedure, the Surgeon will require the patient to follow a specific diet, this is known as a ‘preoperative diet’. This diet includes an OPTIFAST program along with other dietary specifications which are given to you by our Dietitian during your initial Dietitian consultation. The…
Common sense tells us to consult a health professional for medical and dietary advice, yet some patients will seek alternate advice from friends or online forums. So why is this dangerous? Although it is important to have support from friends or family prior to undergoing a bariatric procedure, taking advice from an unqualified third-party could…
