A Comparative Study Examining the Impact of a Protein-Enriched Vs Normal Protein Postoperative Diet on Body Composition and Resting Metabolic Rate in Obese Patients after Sleeve Gastrectomy.

Abstract in brief

• The study compares the effects of a protein-enriched diet (PED) versus a normal protein diet (NPD) on obese patients after sleeve gastrectomy, focusing on weight loss, body composition, and metabolic rate.
• Results show that PED leads to greater fat mass reduction and maintains more fat-free mass and resting metabolic rate compared to NPD, with high patient compliance and no negative impact on kidney function.
• Overall, a protein-enriched diet post-surgery appears more effective for improving body composition and metabolic health without adverse effects.]