How Long Does It Take to Recover from Bariatric Surgery
                     How Long Does It Take 
to Recover from 
Bariatric Surgery?
How Is Recovery After Bariatric Surgery?
Recovery from bariatric surgery usually takes a 
little bit of time. At least two weeks need to be 
allocated toward the recovery from bariatric 
procedures. However, needing to recover from 
weight loss surgery should not give you pause, 
as advances in medicine have made recovery 
from bariatric surgery much easier than in the 
past.
1-3 Days Post-Op
During this time, the patient is consuming only 
clear liquids because the digestive system cannot 
handle food yet. We encourage patients to NOT 
spend large amounts of time in bed.  Doing 
normal activities around the home is a good way 
to get your body “back into the swing of things”.
One Week Post-Op
After one week post-op, the patient usually eats 
pureed foods that should be mixed WITHOUT the 
use of a blender. Certain types of fruit purees, 
yogurt, and protein shakes will be introduced. 
Every clinic is different, and the surgeon will have 
their own recommendations for what foods are 
acceptable.
Two Weeks Post-Op
After two weeks post-op, the patient will continue 
to introduce “regular” foods into their diet. 
This is the point where patients start going back 
to work and resuming daily activities. Working 
may be a little more difficult if the job requires 
lifting heavy objects. Patients who do this kind of 
work are urged to consult their doctor. 
4-5 Weeks Post-Op
After about a month, the patient is starting to 
reintroduce foods that couldn’t be digested before. 
They will be able to eat most healthy carbs, dairy 
products, meats, and other typical foods. Spicy 
foods, alcohol, and fried foods are still off-limits at 
this stage.
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