The Role of Vitamins and Supplements After Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery is a powerful tool for weight loss, but it also brings changes to your body that require lifelong adjustments. One of the most critical aspects of post-surgery care is maintaining proper nutrition through vitamins and supplements. After bariatric surgery, your body’s ability to absorb nutrients can be reduced, making daily supplementation essential to your overall health and success.
At Tonic Weight Loss Surgery, we offer a range of specially formulated vitamins and supplements designed to meet the unique needs of bariatric patients. With free shipping available, our products make it easy to stay on track with your nutrition goals.
Why Are Vitamins and Supplements Necessary After Bariatric Surgery?
Bariatric surgery reduces the size of your stomach and, in some cases, alters the digestive tract. This impacts how much food you can eat and how effectively your body absorbs nutrients. Without supplementation, patients are at risk of deficiencies in key vitamins and minerals, which can lead to serious health issues over time.
Here’s why supplementation is critical:
- Reduced Food Intake: Smaller portions mean fewer nutrients are consumed.
- Malabsorption: Some procedures, like gastric bypass, reroute the digestive system, limiting nutrient absorption.
- Increased Nutritional Needs: Your body requires more of certain nutrients to support healing, energy production, and long-term health.
Essential Supplements After Bariatric Surgery
At Tonic, we provide bariatric-specific vitamins and supplements tailored to your needs. Here’s an overview of the key supplements and their roles in your recovery:
1. Multivitamins
A complete multivitamin is essential for all bariatric patients to fill nutritional gaps and prevent deficiencies.
Our Multivitamin:
- Specially formulated for bariatric patients.
- Provides all the key ingredients you need to regulate hunger, metabolism, and energy levels.
- Dosage: 1 tablet per day for gastric band patients, 2 tablets per day for bypass and sleeve patients.
2. Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 supports red blood cell production, energy levels, and a healthy nervous system. After surgery, B12 absorption is often impaired, making supplementation essential.
- How It’s Taken: Typically via injections every 3 months or sublingual tablets.
3. Calcium with Vitamin D
Calcium and Vitamin D work together to support bone health and muscle function. Post-surgery, patients may require higher doses to prevent deficiencies.
- Important Tip: Take calcium supplements at a different time than iron supplements for optimal absorption.
4. Iron
Iron is vital for preventing anaemia and supporting oxygen transport in the blood. Women of menstrual age and those with anaemia may need additional iron supplements.
5. Protein Supplements
Protein is essential for healing, maintaining muscle mass, and promoting satiety.
Tonic Whey Protein:
- Specially designed for bariatric patients.
- Flavour: Strawberries & Cream.
- Protein Amount: 24g per serving.
- Convenient for: Smoothies, snacks, and meals.
6. Biotin and Collagen
Biotin and collagen help maintain healthy skin, hair, and nails—common areas of concern after weight loss surgery.
Tonic Biotin:
- Contributes to normal energy metabolism and skin health.
- Dosage: 1 capsule daily.
Tonic Collagen:
- Supports skin elasticity and joint health.
- Dosage: 1 capsule daily.
How Tonic Supports Your Nutritional Needs
At Tonic Weight Loss Surgery, we don’t just perform your procedure—we partner with you for lifelong success. Our aftercare programme includes dietitian support to create personalised nutrition plans and guidance on supplements. Additionally, we offer an easy way to purchase high-quality vitamins and supplements directly from our website, ensuring you get exactly what your body needs.
Why choose Tonic’s vitamins?
- Specially formulated for bariatric patients.
- Convenient and effective.
- Free shipping on all orders.
Tips for Taking Your Supplements
- Follow Instructions: Take supplements as directed by your surgeon or dietitian.
- Spread Them Out: Avoid taking calcium and iron together to maximise absorption.
- Stay Consistent: Supplements are a lifelong commitment to your health.
Take the Next Step Towards a Healthier You
Proper nutrition is the foundation of long-term success after bariatric surgery. With Tonic’s range of bariatric-specific vitamins and supplements, you can meet your nutritional needs and stay on track with your weight loss goals.
Explore Tonic’s full range of supplements and take the first step towards a healthier, happier life today.
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