Weight Loss Patients Who Take Nutritional Supplements Are Much Less Likely to Develop Post-Surgery Nutrient Deficiency Complications, a New Study Finds

Dr. Michael Feiz has long been a strong advocate of pro-active nutritional counseling and support for bariatric patients

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Dec 12, 2014, 03:10 ET

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- In the early days of weight loss surgery, some patients were baffled by the fact that they experienced worsening vision in the months and years after they had weight loss surgery. Today, this is commonly known to be caused by vitamin A deficiencies due to a decreased intake and absorption of nutrients during the weight loss process. While many patients assume that the calories stored in their fat cells will support their energy needs during weight loss, Michael Feiz, M.D., F.A.C.S., reminds current and potential weight loss surgery patients that detailed nutritional support and counseling are crucial for avoiding nutritional deficiencies caused by dramatically lower food intake. The leading bariatric physician has long been at the forefront of reminding patients of the importance of paying as much attention to obtaining proper nutrition as they do to the job of losing weight.

A recent study revealed that a weight loss surgeon who stresses the importance of post-operative nutrition is an extremely valuable asset for any weight loss patient. Published in the online journal Obesity Surgery in late November, the study revealed that some patients experienced eye problems like night blindness, ulcers, involuntary movement, and dry eyes. These were all directly related to decreased intake and decreased absorption of vitamins A, E, and B1 due to changes in the stomach. However, the study also found that the patients who were experiencing these problems were the same ones who failed to take needed nutritional supplements. This means that while vision problems and complications can occur in weight loss surgery patients, they are completely and entirely preventable when patients follow the dietary advice of Dr. Feiz and his team of knowledgeable weight loss experts.

According to Dr. Feiz, Bariatric Advantage brand Nutritional Supplements, when taken properly along with an appropriately adjusted diet, can ensure that a patient is brought down to a healthy weight while still getting all of the nutrients they need. Depending on their weight prior to surgery, Dr. Feiz recommends that some of his patients also engage in a pre-surgery protein shake and supplement regimen before the procedure. While the post-surgery regimen is done to keep nutrient levels up, the pre-surgery change helps prepare the digestive system for the surgery. Losing weight also helps provide the surgeon more abdominal space to work with during laparoscopic gastric sleeve surgery, further reducing any risk of complications.

Before and after surgery, taking the vitamins and supplements recommended by experienced and informed medical professionals such as the team at Dr. Feiz and Associates is essential to an optimal outcome. If you or a loved one is ready to begin the journey toward a healthier future, visit the Dr. Feiz website or contact the office today by calling 800-868-5946. Free seminars are available.

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