2016 Study: Fracture risk increases with bariatric surgery
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People with severe obesity who undergo bariatric surgery have a higher risk for fracture both before and after the procedure.
“To minimize the effect of bariatric surgery on bone, guidelines should be followed and the importance of adherence to supplements and physical activity should be reinforced among patients and healthcare professionals."
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IMPORTANT: Take your supplements! Vitamins! Minerals! And don't forget to excercise!