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While any surgery that involves the human heart is considered very serious, bypass surgery is more common than ever before and is performed in several different ways. In a non-emergency situation, the surgeon will often opt for the surgical option that does not require an invasive procedure; however, there are situations when an open, more serious surgery is required. It is important to note that even when the least invasive bypass surgery options are planned, there are circumstances beyond the control of the surgeon that will force them into a more complicated procedure.
Whether your surgery is one that is planned for and expected or the result of a sudden worsening in your condition, it is important to concentrate on getting good nutrition after the surgery so that you recover as quickly and as fully as possible with few complications. To do this, you need a healthy diet that can help keep your immune system working well. You will need plenty of rest during those first few days, but you will have physical therapy, too.
What a Healthy Body Needs
Everyone knows that a healthy body needs a variety of foods from a range of food groups including vitamins, minerals, and the three macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates and fats. There are good and bad items within every food group, so it is important to read labels of all foods, as well as learn all that you can about proper nutrition for your body and your health.
A healthy body and one that is recovering from surgery need very different nutrition. A body that is healthy and working in the right way will not need as many calories as an unhealthy one. After surgery there are increased needs for nutrition, including the need for more protein and more healthy calories.
Everyone needs a different number of calories, meaning there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all eating plan. You determine the number of calories by seeing how much your body takes in to maintain its current weight and then adjusting upward to gain weight or down to lose weight. No matter how many calories you need to take in overall, they should be split into complex carbohydrates (50-60% of the diet), proteins (15-35% of the diet) and healthy fats (10-20% of the diet.) Examples of healthy carbohydrates include whole grain breads, rice and pasta. Healthy fats include olive oils, nuts and nut butters and cold water fish. The latter is also a healthy source of protein. Other sources of healthy protein include turkey (especially lean, skinless roasted turkey breast) and other poultry, dairy foods and soy.
Eating to Regain Your Health
If you know that you are going to have bypass surgery, you should discuss additional nutrition with your doctor so that you can start working on your health and strength for the long recovery that you face. Even with a minimally invasive procedure, you might find that you are stiff and sore when your surgery is completed. Before the surgeon allows you to leave the hospital, you will be given your after care instructions which will include what you are allowed to do and not to do, what you can lift, whether you can drive or not and what warning signs to look for.
Additionally, you will also be given suggestions for what to eat which might be light, mostly liquid meals when you first come home, especially if you were incubated during your bypass surgery. (This is standard procedure in many types of surgery). You will still need to get the right amount of calories into your daily diet so that you are keeping your strength. You will also need additional protein to help with your recovery.
Protein plays a role in the immune system’s function, which is vitally important during recovery from bypass surgery or any other surgery for that matter. Protein also helps the body heal the scars from the surgery. In addition, protein is needed to provide the energy and strength that the body needs to heal itself and to face a life time of renewed health and vitality. In times when the body does not have enough protein, it will turn to burning lean muscle mass for fuel which can cause additional trouble.
Dealing with a Lack of Appetite and Other Special Needs
After your surgery is completed, there is a possibility that you will not feel up to eating a whole lot at a time, which means that you might have to consider supplementing your nutritional intake during this time, working your way back up to full meals. If you have been sick for a long time before the surgery was performed, you may have been neglecting your health and nutrition for a very long time and your body will need time to get used to solid and healthy foods.
Using a protein supplement can be one of the best ways to help get the nutrition that you need and can be found in a number of different varieties. Protica, a nutriceutical company, offers a number of protein supplements for both adults and children with many surprising benefits as well as flavors to choose from. In addition to Profect, a single shot protein supplement that is meant to be consumed in mere seconds, the company offers Fruitasia which is made from 100% fruits and vegetables from concentrates and other natural liquids. Each serving of Fruitasia supplies three full servings of vegetables, as well as two full servings of fruit and five grams of dietary fiber.
Fruitasia is 100% all natural, cold stable and preservative free. There are no harmful additives in this product, which is less than three ounces in size. In addition to Fruitasia and the other protein shots, Protica also offers a number of other products which can be beneficial to those recovering from bypass surgery, as well as those who simply want to take advantage of better health. Information about this and other products in the Protica line are available on the website at http://www.protica.com, which will list not only the products that are available but the benefits and flavors. For your own convenience, you can buy Fruitasia and other protein supplements online.
Protica Research (Protica, Inc.) specializes in the development of Capsulized Foods. Protica manufactures Profect, IsoMetric, Pediagro, Fruitasia and over 100 other brands, including Medicare-approved, whey protein drinks for immunodeficiency patients. You can learn more at Protica Research – Copyright
Bariatric surgery has been around since the 1950′s, however since that time there have been many improvements to the procedures that are used. One of these changes is the use of smaller incisions or no incisions at all. The less invasive that a surgery, the less time that is needed for recovery and the less chance of infections and complications that can endanger a patient’s life. The most common type of surgery is the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, which makes a small pouch from a portion of the stomach and then bypasses part of the small intestine. This is only one of many types of weight loss surgery that can be considered.
The Lap Band system is an adjustable surgical type where a silicone or other soft material belt is placed around the top part of the stomach, which allows for better hunger control and keeps portion sizes very small. The band is continually adjusted as the patient loses weight so that it remains effective. In addition, because the patient is at the doctor’s office frequently, he is held more accountable for his own weight loss, which may be more effective for some people. There are other types of this surgery which may have other names as well. The surgeon may try to place the band through a laparoscopic procedure, which may reduce actual surgery time down to about one hour and will eliminate the need to stay in the hospital. This procedure is not always possible, so an open surgery may be needed. There are a number of serious complications to consider. The band may slip, which can cause serious heartburn and vomiting, there can be bleeding or infection, or the band may erode into the stomach requiring a secondary surgery to remove it. The band can also deflate on its own in some cases.
The sleeve gastrectomy is used for patients who are considered too severely obese and therefore too serious a surgical risk. This procedure removes a large portion of the stomach, which is different from the other surgeries because they close off a part of the stomach but leave it in place. This type of surgery can be used as the first stage of weight loss for those who are morbidly obese or can be the only course of action for those who have less weight to lose.
An endoscopic procedure staples the walls of the stomach together. A plastic tube is inserted which bypasses the stomach altogether. This technique is in the research phase, but is showing some positive results with fewer complications and comparable weight loss overall.
In both surgeries, the food that is eaten bypasses the stomach altogether and goes straight to the small intestine, which means that a greatly reduced amount of nutrients and calories are absorbed. The small tube placement surgery is being considered as a means to help a severely obese patient reduce overall weight for his own safety before a more traditional weight loss surgery is used. The more obese the patient, the more dangerous the surgery.
Nutritional Deficits
In each of the surgeries, there are a number of deficiencies that are possible, especially in the surgeries that involve bypassing major parts of the digestive system. In the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, for instance, the deficiencies tend to be with iron, vitamin B 12, vitamin D and calcium. With the biliopancreatic diversion types of weight loss surgery, deficiencies in protein and fat soluble vitamins are common. Thiamine deficiencies are common in those patients who experience frequent vomiting. Iron deficiencies can lead to anemia, which can cause fatigue and muscle weakness, aches and pains and can increase your susceptibility to colds, flu and other infections.
It is important that these deficiencies be addressed with supplements, especially protein. The human body is comprised of thousands of proteins, from the makeup of our hair, skin and nails to the productions of enzymes and hormones that regulate digestion and metabolism, sleep and even ovulation. Protein is necessary to create and preserve lean muscle mass and can also help to control hunger. Protein is so important in the body that for the second phase of certain types of weight loss surgery, it is required to consume two ounces of a protein supplement every two hours while awake in addition to two ounces of other liquids that are consumed three times a day.
Protein supplements like shakes, powders and liquid protein shots will be discussed with your surgeon or nutritionist. There are a number of options which should be carefully evaluated even before surgery. It is a good idea to give a few of these options a taste test before your surgery is completed so you know which ones suit you the best. Profect, a supplement from Protica, is small (less than three ounces per serving) but has a high level of digestible protein (25 grams per serving). There are a number of fruit-based flavors to choose from and each serving has only 100 calories. In addition to protein, each serving of Profect has 100% of the day’s vitamin C and 10% of the daily supply of the B complex vitamins.
Protein is also important after surgery because it is used by the body in the healing process. It is for this reason that those who are recovering from sickness or surgery are encouraged to increase their protein intake to help the body heal. After weight loss surgery, the protein needs will increase greatly; however, it is vital to follow the recommendations of your nutritionist or surgeon for the exact amount that you need. It is also important to keep in mind that your protein needs will change as you lose weight and become more active as well.
Not only does protein help you to heal (it is part of the immune system itself), but it can also help to prevent infections as you recover. Any complications, such as infections or other illnesses, can delay your healing and can increase your risk of more serious problems maybe developing.
Severe deficiencies, especially protein deficiencies, can potentially lead to death if they are not addressed by supplementation. Kwashiorkor is a very serious, even life-threatening condition caused by extreme protein malnutrition. It is typically considered to be very rare in the Western world, however there are cases of it every year. In those who have had weight loss surgery, the condition can develop if they are neglecting their protein needs and not getting enough supplements.
No matter what kind of weight loss surgery that you have, it is important that you pay careful attention to the guidelines that are established for you by the surgeon and the nutritionist. You have to get the right types of nutrients in the right amounts, not only so that you can make your weight loss goals but so that you can stay healthy and strong as well.
The right supplements will keep you from having problems with deficiencies, not only with protein but with iron, calcium and the other vitamins and minerals that the body needs every day. In addition to these supplements, there are other guidelines that you will be given to speed your healing and minimize the risk of complications.
Protica Research (Protica, Inc.) specializes in the development of Capsulized Foods. Protica manufactures Profect, IsoMetric, Pediagro, Fruitasia and over 100 other brands, including Medicare-approved, whey protein shots for immunodeficiency patients. You can learn more at Protica Research – Copyright
Alicia just found out that she is pregnant with her first child. She is glad that she stopped smoking a few years back. She knows that studies have shown that smoking during pregnancy may influence whether or not a woman’s child will be a smoker. (Source: Science Daily 2006) She is also glad that she was never much of a drinker. She is worried about her diet and the fact that she is already overweight. She knows what all of the studies say about obesity and pregnancy, including:
- A high-fat diet during pregnancy may play a role in leading to an early onset of puberty and may also play a major role in subsequent adulthood obesity.
- Junk food during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding may play a major role in the child’s weight in adulthood.
- Mothers may be passing on a defective gene that can lead to diabetes in the child later in life.
In addition to trying to get to and stay at a normal weight throughout life, it is vitally important during the childbearing years for the health of the mother and the unborn child. Overweight and obese mothers may be putting their child at an increased risk of developing health issues that include obesity for themselves, higher levels of cholesterol and blood sugar. The effects are worse for girl babies than for boys. A study that was conducted in London showed that rats that were fed a diet high in fats, sugar, and salt during their pregnancies had offspring that showed a distinct preference to junk food and were much more likely to overeat than their peers whose mothers were not fed this type of diet.
The study further showed that even after the rats were weaned from the junk food diets, their bodies’ metabolized foods differently and the effects of the foods were still seen. In the study, male offspring of the junk food-fed mothers had high levels of insulin but normal levels of glucose, while females had high levels of blood glucose but normal levels of insulin and were fatter than the males. The girl rats had higher levels of leptin than the males. Leptin is a hormone which is related to the appetite; females are more susceptible to the effects of leptin than males.
Males, on the other hand, are more sensitive to the effects of insulin. Both females and males can become resistant to leptin or insulin respectively, which in turn leads to an increased risk of overeating, weight gain and the associated weight gain. (Source Science Daily: 2008)
Pregnancy is not a time for dieting, however, even if the mother is overweight. Making sure that there are enough nutrients in the diet is important for a number of reasons. Overall, caloric intake must be increased by around 500 calories to support the growing fetus, however, in an overweight mother that amount might be reduced and in an underweight mother it might be increased. Protein intake should be increased, with a minimum of 60 grams (more with twins) required for both physical growth and cellular development of the baby, the placenta, the amniotic sac, and the increasing maternal tissues.
Protein is also vital during pregnancy because the blood volume is increased by 50%, and protein is used to make new blood cells and circulating proteins. During lactation, the protein intake should remain elevated by 20 grams over the average dietary amount. Protein is most important during the second and third trimester, when the baby grows the fastest. (Source: Medio Consult Nutrition Services)
Women of childbearing age need nutrients, including vitamins and minerals, at increased levels over other age groups. During pregnancy, the women need additional nutrients. Women need: 1000 mg of calcium, 18 mg of iron, 25 grams of fiber and Omega-3 fatty acids. (Source: Tsang, 2007)
Best Sources of Protein for Pregnancy
There are two sources of protein, animal products and plant products. While animal protein is complete, meaning that it has all of the eight essential amino acids that the body needs, most animal sources also have higher calorie counts as well as higher saturated fat amounts. Plant proteins are not complete, meaning that they lack one or more of these essential amino acids, but typically are lower in calories and saturated fats. Plant proteins also tend to be higher in dietary fiber than animal proteins, making them even more beneficial.
There are good and bad sources for both plant and animal proteins. The best animal proteins, especially for pregnancy, include salmon and other cold water fishes which supply lean protein as well as Omega-three fatty acids. Pregnant women should discuss fish with their doctors, especially certain fish that may be dangerously high in mercury.
Turkey, especially roasted, skinless turkey breast, is high in protein, low in calories, and saturated fat and can be used in a number of recipes as a substitute for fattier meats. Steer clear of dark meat turkey which has a higher fat count. Using ground turkey in place of other ground meats in recipes can be a good idea, however, make sure that you are reading the label carefully. Some brands use the whole turkey, including dark meat and skin, and can be nearly as high in fat as lean beef. Your ground turkey should be breast meat (without the skin) only. If you cannot find it, then grind your own.
Other good animal protein sources include low fat dairy, especially hard cheeses, yogurts, and milk, which have other benefits including calcium and vitamin D. Yogurt also has beneficial live cultures that promote the good bacteria that should live in the intestinal tract. If these good bacteria are thrown out of balance for any reason, the woman can develop infections, including in the urinary tract, a common occurrence in pregnancy.
Good plant-based proteins include soy and soy products (miso, tempeh, and tofu), soy being the only complete plant-based protein, as well as beans, grains, and rice. Nuts and seeds are also good plant-based proteins. Each of the plant-based proteins lacks one or more amino acids and should be eaten in combinations that make up for this lack.
Protein supplements like Profect and Proasis, from Protica, are also good choices for the pregnant woman. Another benefit of a small protein shot is during early pregnancy when it can help to deal with morning sickness. Profect and Proasis (the first all-natural protein supplement) are small, easy-to-consume supplements that have 25 grams of protein per 100 calorie serving. There are a number of refreshing, fruit-based flavors, and both Profect and Proasis come in a number of different strengths as well. They are more convenient to take along and can be stashed in a bedside table so that there is no need to try to mix a protein shake while feeling queasy in the early morning. In fact, if she keeps a supplement by her bedside, a pregnant woman can consume it before even getting up for the day.
Protica Research (Protica, Inc.) specializes in the development of Capsulized Foods. Protica manufactures Profect, IsoMetric, Pediagro, Fruitasia and over 100 other brands, including Medicare-approved, whey protein shots for dialysis patients. You can learn more at Protica Research – Copyright
There are many reasons why people use protein supplements, from medical reasons to muscle recovery following workouts or for weight loss/weight gain diets. Teenagers use protein supplements for the same reasons, but are these supplements good for a young body that is still growing?
The simple answer would be yes, with conditions. If your teenager wants to add protein supplements to his or her diet for any reason, you need to learn more about supplements, which ones are safe and how much your teenager should be taking. Then, you and your teen can sit down and plan out a sensible diet which includes protein supplements.
You and your teen will both benefit from this because you will feel good about the sensible diet plan, and he or she will be thrilled that you were open to the idea of them using dietary supplements, allowing them to gain a sense of maturity by being able to plan their own meals.
Protein Supplements for Athletic Kids
One of the main reasons that teenagers decide that they want to use protein supplements is for energy and muscle recovery and growth. This is most often seen in teens who are involved in sports, especially such sports as weightlifting, wrestling, or football. Many young people, especially boys, when they first get into weightlifting or bodybuilding want to get bulky and muscular right away, and there are far too many teens who resort to using steroids to build muscle mass.
You certainly do not want your teen taking steroids and other drugs. If they are using protein supplements, they will be using natural ingredients to promote muscle growth as well as muscle recovery following their workouts. It may not deliver the speedy results that steroids do, but the end results will be pretty much the same, except without the harmful effects.
When you allow your athletic teen to use protein supplements, you need to make sure that they are still eating a healthy and varied diet. Actually, you can help them to get even more protein in their diets by making sure that they are eating healthy dinners. Mornings can be hectic, and this is the ideal time for your teen to have a protein supplement. You can make a delicious shake or smoothie that your teen can take along and drink on the bus on their way to school. This way, they get the added protein that they want in their diets, and you know that they are getting a healthy breakfast.
Types of Proteins Used in Supplements
If you are worried that your teen will be ingesting anything unhealthy when they are using protein supplements, stop worrying. There are plenty of supplements available that are made from natural ingredients, such as whey, soy and rice. Here is some information about some of the most popular types of protein supplements that will help you and your teen choose the right one for their diet.
Whey: This is an all-natural protein. It is actually a milk derivative, a byproduct from the cheese-making process. In fact, some of the protein supplements on the market are made directly from milk. Not all are, so you need to read all of the labels on supplement products very carefully. Whey protein is great for athletes and bodybuilders to use immediately before and following workouts, because it is easily digested and its effects begin to take place almost immediately. Whey is also considered to be a complete protein, because it contains all 22 of the essential and non-essential amino acids. It is an easy type of protein supplement to mix, and because it is made from milk proteins, many whey supplements taste much better than other types. If your teenager is lactose intolerant, you should look into other protein supplement options.
Casein: This is another popular type of protein supplement, and although it takes longer to digest, sometimes as long as seven hours, it provides the body with a steady supply of protein during this time. Casein is not as easy to mix as whey, and often, it does not taste quite as good. But with a little bit of imagination, it can easily be incorporated into delicious shakes, smoothies, and a number of your favorite recipes. Because casein is a milk protein and not a milk sugar, this is a protein supplement that is okay for lactose intolerant people to use, as long as they make sure that it has not been combined with a milk product. People who are allergic to milk should avoid casein and try another type of protein, such as rice or soy.
Soy: With so many young people making the move to vegetarianism these days, soy protein is quickly becoming a very popular choice for protein supplements. Soy is also a terrific choice for people with allergies and those who are lactose intolerant. Soy is another protein that is considered to be a complete protein, and if your teen is also watching his or her caloric and fat intake, soy protein contains no saturated fats or cholesterol. Soy is low on the glycemic index, so it will not cause dramatic rises in blood glucose levels. Soy is a popular protein for women and can lower the risk of breast cancer. It is safe for men as well, but remember, it does contain some properties that are somewhat like estrogen. Some people may find that soy causes them to have digestive troubles. If this happens with your teen, you may want to get him or her to try a different type of protein supplement.
Rice: Here is another great source of protein supplements for vegetarians and people who are lactose intolerant. Because it is considered to be a hypoallergenic protein, it is terrific for people with allergies because it is highly unlikely that they will have any sort of reaction to it. Rice protein is gluten free and is low in fat and carbohydrates, so it is great for dieters too. It is usually an inexpensive type of protein supplement, and because it is essentially flavorless, it can be used for shakes, smoothies and in recipes without changing the taste. Rice is an incomplete protein, so if your teen is using this, make sure that the rest of the protein that is needed comes from dietary sources provided by you.
Protica Research (Protica, Inc.) specializes in the development of Capsulized Foods. Protica manufactures Profect, IsoMetric, Pediagro, Fruitasia and over 100 other brands, including Medicare-approved, whey protein shots for bariatric surgery patients. You can learn more at Protica Research – Copyright