Let’s talk about multivitamins! There are many different brands and forms of vitamins after surgery. It is all up to your surgeon when you start taking bariatric vitamins. I began taking vitamins 2 weeks post-op. For me the best vitamins and supplements have been the topical patches. Chewable, patches, and liquid forms are recommended for at least the first 3-6 months after surgery. When it comes to choosing a supplement that is right for you consider the following: Does it meet recommendations? How does it taste? Number of tablets, chews or amount of liquid (i.e. serving size) to reach suggested dose? Price and availability.
Recommendation for multivitamins
Must be complete, contains iron and other trace minerals. Should contain at least 200% daily value for most contents, specifically iron (36 mg), folic acid (800 mcg), and thiamin (3 mg) and 100 % daily value for zinc (15 mg), copper (2 mg), and other nutrients.
Taking a bariatric formulated multivitamin may eliminate the need for additional vitamin D and B12 supplements. Unfortunately, I have to take a high dose vitamin D supplement because I am always low.
Bariatric multivitamins are also available different amounts of iron, choose one that meets your needs and eliminate the need for separate iron supplements.
Again, not every person is the same and not every form of vitamin or supplements are for everyone. Bariatric Pal is my favorite online go to for ordering my supplements. However, make sure you are taking a bariatric formulated multivitamin and supplements every day when told to do so.
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