After bariatric surgery, protein does not need to be the sidekick. It needs to be the main event of every plate.
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After bariatric surgery, protein does not need to be the sidekick. It needs to be Batman.
One of the most common bariatric nutrition messages is simple: protein first. Mayo Clinic advises focusing on high-protein foods and eating those before other foods in the meal. Mayo Clinic Health System also notes that protein-rich foods should be eaten with each meal after bariatric surgery because stomach capacity is reduced.
That matters because smaller meals leave less room for "maybe later." If you fill up first on low-protein foods, it can be harder to meet your goals.
Protein can help support healing, fullness, and lean body mass. Your provider should set your specific target.
ASMBS states many programs recommend 60 to 100 grams per day depending on the patient, but individual needs vary.
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