Health&Wellness Magazine June 2016 | Page 31

June 2016 It’s an option to consider if you cannot lose weight by following a healthy, calorie-controlled diet and exercising or if you have health problems caused by obesity. During weight-loss surgery, the surgeon makes changes to the stomach or small intestine or both. nausea, weakness and feeling faint after eating. Dumping syndrome can occur in nearly 50 percent of the people who have weight-loss surgery. Avoiding high-sugar foods and replacing them with high-fiber foods may help prevent it. Gallstones may form when you lose a lot of weight too quickly, so your doctor may recommend taking supplementary bile salts for the initial six months after surgery. Weight-loss surgery isn’t for everyone. It does not guarantee you will lose all your excess weight or keep it off over the long term, nor is it a way to avoid making changes to your diet and exercise habits. If you don’t stick with the lifestyle changes after undergoing the procedure, you may regain the weight you lose. About the Author Harleena Singh is a professional freelance writer and blogger who has a keen interest in health and wellness. She can be approached through her blog (www.ahanow.com) and Web site, www.harleenasingh. com. Connect with her on Twitter, Facebook and Google+. & 31