Gastric Balloon in Turkey

Gastric Balloon in Istanbul

Diet After Gastric Balloon

 • In such procedures, surgeons give some important instructions and recommendations that patients must follow until the treatment process is complete. One of the most important recommendations given in the gastric balloon procedure is the diet that the patient should follow afterward. In this diet, which should be done after the gastric balloon is inserted, the first 3 days will depend only on fluid intake, and then the patient will start to eat soft foods. From the 10th day of the procedure, patients can start solid meals as directed by the doctor. In addition, this strict diet that patients will follow will greatly help the body adapt to the balloon, prevent dehydration and maintain your energy level.

•Minimal discomfort may be felt immediately after the gastric balloon is placed, which can last for a few days to several weeks. Some discomfort is normal. However, if the pain and discomfort persists more severely or for a long time, a doctor should be consulted. Weight loss will be significant during the first week. After each meal, one glass of water should be drunk slowly. This will greatly help rinse the balloon and prevent unpleasant situations caused by food sticking to the balloon. Dinner should never be eaten too late. Sleeping right after a meal is an extremely wrong action. It is necessary to wait at least 2 hours before going to sleep.

•Men can generally lose 4 to 7 kilos in their first week. Women, on the other hand, lose an average of 3 to 9 kilos during the first week. Appetite may start to open gradually. However, after eating a minimal amount of food, patients should feel full.

•Between the 3rd and 6th weeks, the appetite continues to get stronger. This process is very important. In this process, patients should continue to eat slowly, monitor what they eat and pay attention to signs of discomfort. Hiccups, reflux, and nausea indicate eating too much or too quickly.

•Between weeks 7 and 12, patients typically experience a slower rate of weight loss compared to the first 6 weeks.  This time should be used to maximize weight loss by focusing on healthy and nutrient-dense foods. A sustainable exercise routine should be implemented. Exercise should be an indispensable routine of life now. At least 5 to 10 thousand steps should be taken daily.

•Between weeks 12 and 26, patients should focus on maintaining weight loss. It is extremely important to learn how to maintain weight loss by focusing on a healthy diet and a sustainable exercise program. A quality program will provide access to dietitians, support groups, and other resources for 1 year after balloon placement. These programs should definitely be used.

During this period, weight loss can be continued. However, most patients' weight loss continues for 3 months. It is very important in this process to transform diet and exercise changes into habits.

Life After Gastric Balloon

 To be successful, patients should strictly focus on the following after gastric balloon removal:

•Meals should be eaten slowly.
 •Food and beverages must be programmed.
 •Some programs recommend 3 meals with a healthy snack in between (for example, an apple or a carrot). Other programs advocate consuming 5 or 6 small meals throughout the day.  Whichever option is preferred, it is absolutely necessary to stick to that program.
 •Foods with high nutritional value should be preferred.  Nutrient-dense foods are the opposite of processed foods.  •These are usually vegetables, fruits, meat and fish.
 •Fast food and carbonated drinks should not be consumed in any way.
 •A sustainable exercise routine should be continued.