EP 168 Keto, No: Why It’s Not for Bariatric Surgery

Go keto! It’s definitely your answer after bariatric surgery or so you’ve been told. But is the keto diet the way to go after bariatric surgery? Maybe the scale is starting to creep back up and you don’t like it at all. Go keto and lose that weight. But will a keto diet truly keep the weight off? And what about your muscle mass?Does a keto diet protect that? My answer, keto no, it’s not a top shelf strategy for after bariatric surgery. I’ll tell you why.

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Takeaways

The keto diet is not recommended after bariatric surgery as it is high in fat and low in protein, which is not ideal for building and maintaining muscle mass.

A high protein diet is essential for healing, muscle building, and maintaining a healthy metabolism after bariatric surgery.

The keto diet can cause digestive issues such as diarrhea and constipation, which can interfere with nutrient absorption.

Weight loss after bariatric surgery should focus on reducing excess body fat while preserving muscle mass.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Is the Keto Diet Suitable After Bariatric Surgery?

03:13 The Importance of Protein in a Bariatric Lifestyle

07:00 The Drawbacks of the Keto Diet for Bariatric Patients

10:49 Preserving Muscle Mass for Long-Term Weight Loss