Bariatric Surgery
Nutrition plays a critical role before and after bariatric surgery. From preparation to long-term maintenance, your diet supports healing, prevents complications, and sets the foundation for lasting results. Here at Balance Nutrition, we’re here to guide you through each phase with clarity, compassion, and practical advice.
Preparing Your Body for Success
What you eat before surgery matters.
A dietitian can help you:
Build balanced, nutrient-dense habits
Optimise iron, protein, and vitamin stores pre-op
Reduce surgical risks and support post-op recovery
Shanna and Henrietta specialise in pre-surgical nutrition, offering clear, personalised plans to help you feel confident and ready.
Post-Op Nutrition & Recovery
Your body needs time, patience, and the right nourishment to heal.
A dietitian can help you:
Navigate the post-op dietary stages safely
Maintain hydration and avoid common complications
Gradually reintroduce textures while meeting nutrient needs
Here at Balance Nutrition, our Dietitians Shanna and Henrietta can work closely with you to support healing and reduce overwhelm in the early weeks and months post-surgery.
Preventing Deficiencies Long-Term
Bariatric surgery changes how your body absorbs nutrients.
A dietitian can help you:
Monitor and prevent common deficiencies (iron, B12, calcium, protein)
Protect energy, bone health, and muscle mass
Create sustainable routines that work beyond the first year
Shanna and Henrietta can provide ongoing, expert support so you can thrive long-term, not just survive the post-op transition.