Handbook of Bariatric Nutrition

The book covers all aspects of nutrition and well-being for patients who undergo metabolic and bariatric surgery. It also covers basic aspects of patho-physiology of obesity.With rising rates of obesity, metabolic and bariatric surgery is on the rise across the world. As metabolic and bariatric surgery leads to a major change in diet and has a potential to lead to nutritional deficiencies, there is an increasing need for experts in bariatric nutrition.The book explains the approach protocols and applications in the pre-surgery and post- surgery period. It covers the prevention and management of nutritional deficiencies in detail and contains relevant case scenarios to enhance the understanding of the readers. It explains specific nutritional approach to patients with special considerations who undergo metabolic and bariatric surgery, such as liver and kidney disease, organ transplant, pregnancy, adolescence, etc. The book provides easy-to-follow algorithms for nutrient supplementation and key points in each chapter.The book provides consolidated information on bariatric nutrition. It serves as a useful resource for practicing dietitians / nutritionists and students alike, surgeons, physicians and any other practitioners involved in metabolic and bariatric surgery.