Benefits and risks of bariatric surgery
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Vitamins, minerals and
blood tests
You will need recommended supplements every day for life. Depending on your procedure and blood results, these may include a bariatric multivitamin, vitamin B12, vitamin D, calcium, iron and other nutrients. Deficiencies may develop gradually without obvious symptoms, so regular blood tests are essential.
Eating after weight-loss surgery
Your bariatric dietitian and surgical team will guide you from fluids through puréed and soft foods to a broader long-term eating pattern. Common habits include:
→ Prioritising protein at meals
→ Eating small portions slowly and chewing thoroughly
→ Stopping when comfortably satisfied
→ Separating fluids from meals as directed
→ Staying hydrated between meals
→ Choosing foods that support nutrition and make your body feel well
Momentum Health focuses on sustainable habits rather than labelling individual foods as simply “good” or “bad”. Your overall pattern matters more than one food or one meal.
Ongoing bariatric follow-up
→ Appointments with your surgeon and bariatric team
→ Regular blood tests and medication reviews
→ Nutrition counselling
→ Support with movement and physical activity
→ Psychological or behavioural support when helpful
→ Patient education sessions or peer support
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Ask your bariatric surgeon to explain the risks that apply to your recommended procedure and personal medical history.
Ongoing bariatric follow-up
→ Appointments with your surgeon and bariatric team
→ Regular blood tests and medication reviews
→ Nutrition counselling
→ Support with movement and physical activity
→ Psychological or behavioural support when helpful
→ Patient education sessions or peer support
