Bad eating habits are one of the most important factors affecting the success of weight loss and bariatric surgery. Although this surgery helps in losing weight significantly, the continuation of some unhealthy habits may lead to the loss of the desired benefits and even cause health complications. The patient needs to be aware of the habits that must be avoided to ensure the success of the surgery and maintain the desired results in the long term.

Here are some of these habits that should be avoided to ensure the sustainable success of the surgery:

1. Overeating
Eating large amounts of food despite the small size of the stomach after gastric weight loss surgery may cause it to expand again, which makes the surgery ineffective and causes the lost weight to be regained.

2. Eating fast and fatty foods
Fast foods are full of calories and harmful fats, which hinders weight loss. Eating these foods after surgery may increase the risk of gaining weight back.

3. Drink fluids during meals
Drinking water or fluids during meals fills the stomach quickly, which hinders the absorption of important nutrients and increases the likelihood of the stomach expanding over time.

4. Sugars and sweets
Excessive consumption of sugars after surgery increases the risk of health problems, which cause abdominal pain and nausea, and also leads to slow or stopping weight loss.

5. Ignoring protein in the diet
Protein plays a major role in maintaining muscle mass and supporting the weight loss process. Refraining from eating sufficient amounts of protein leads to losing muscle instead of fat, which negatively affects the weight loss process.

6. Eating quickly
Eating quickly does not allow the body to detect satiety signals, which increases the risk of overeating. Eating slowly helps improve digestion and gives the stomach enough time to send satiety signals to the brain.

7. Not drinking enough water
Dehydration is one of the risks that may negatively affect after bariatric surgery. Not drinking enough water slows down the weight loss process and negatively affects overall health.

After weight loss surgery, the patient begins a new journey toward achieving a healthy weight and a better life. However, the real success of the surgery does not depend only on the surgical intervention itself but requires radical changes in lifestyle and eating habits. Many patients make common mistakes that can lead to a decline in the achieved results or even ruin the operation completely. Poor eating habits are one of the biggest challenges that can hinder the achievement of the desired goals, which is why it is necessary to avoid bad habits such as overeating, eating fats, sugars, and drinking fluids with food help in achieving the ideal weight and improving overall health.

Dr. Samir Al Rahmani, the best surgeon in Dubai and a consultant in the field of bariatric, laparoscopic surgery, and general surgery, advises the necessity of continuous follow-up after the operation with your doctor, and you can contact him through the number:
+971 55 256 4750