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… in how you eat—including smaller portions and different foods. Regular exercise is also important for losing weight … surgery makes the stomach smaller. It limits the amount of food the stomach can hold. Malabsorptive: This surgery changes the path of the intestine. Food goes around (or bypasses) part of the intestine. Since …
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… or if you have an illness that makes it hard to swallow food, you may need a feeding tube. The tube is surgically inserted into your stomach and is used to give food, liquids, and medicines. Depending on why you need a … have a 15- to 30-centimetre tube coming out of your belly. Foods, liquids, and medicines are given using the tube. The …
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… eating, drinking, and taking pills. Take small bites of food. Chew each bite completely, and swallow it before you … small sips of liquid. This can help prevent choking. Divide food into smaller but more frequent meals. This can help if eating makes you tired. Eat moist, soft foods. Adding liquids such as gravy or sauce to hard-to-chew …
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… On this page: Overview Overview Food gives you energy for physical activity. To have energy, … nutrients your body needs. Balance means eating from each food group most days. Variety within each food group, such as vegetables or fruits, ensures that you …
