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Questions about the products of Bariatric Advantage
What does the "all-in-1" formula of Bariatric Advantage® NutriTotal contain?
One serving of Bariatric Advantage® NutriTotal corresponds to one chewable tablet or 2 capsules of Bariatric Advantage® Multi, 2 chewable tablets of Bariatric Advantage® Calcium Citrate and 1.5 servings of Bariatric Advantage® Whey. Bariatric Advantage® NutriTotal also contains fibres to facilitate intestinal transit.
I feel nauseous after taking Bariatric Advantage® Multi. Is that normal?
Do not take the tablet on an empty stomach, but preferably during or just after a meal.
Is it possible to overdose on magnesium?
There’s no risk of overdosing on magnesium, except in case of severe renal insufficiency. Generally, a magnesium surplus is quickly eliminated through one’s urine.
How should I take Bariatric Advantage® Multi Chewable Tablets?
Don’t take the chewable tablets on an empty stomach. Bite the chewable tablets into pieces and swallow all of it after proper chewing.
How long after ingestion is magnesium absorbed?
Magnesium is absorbed by the body 1 to 2 hours after intake.
How should I take Bariatric Advantage® Vitamin D?
You should chew the tablets after a meal.
Are Bariatric Advantage® Vitamin B12 I.F. Chewable Tablets as effective as a Vitamin B12 jab?
Yes, a daily intake of Bariatric Advantage® Vitamin B12 I.F. Chewable Tablets can replace a Vitamin B12 jab. Moreover, the chewable tablets are easy to take and have a good taste.
How should I take Bariatric Advantage® Vitamin B12?
You can take them at any time of the day.
Does Bariatric Advantage® have multivitamin supplements without iron?
The amount of iron in Bariatric Advantage® Multi Capsules/Chewable Tablets is in accordance with international bariatric guidelines. Bariatric Advantage® Multi Chewable Tablets contain only 18 mg of iron and a daily intake of Bariatric Advantage® Multi Capsules contains 28 mg of iron.
Can I open the Hair capsule and extract its contents?
No, it's not not possible to open the capsule, nor to cut it in half. This is because the content of the capsule is an oily substance, which would otherwise be lost.
I have trouble swallowing capsules, what can I do?
You may find it easier to take the capsules by opening a capsule and mixing its powder into a small portion of your meal.
Is it necessary to take the Bariatric Advantage® Multi with a Calcium supplement?
It’s recommended to take additional calcium citrate alongside Bariatric Advantage® Multi. An additional 1200 mg, and preferably 1500 mg of calcium (3 chewable tablets), per day is recommended for maintaining strong bones and teeth.
How should I take Bariatric Advantage® Zinc?
You can take zinc tablets in addition to your daily dose of multivitamins.
Does Bariatric Advantage® have multivitamin supplements without iodine?
Bariatric Advantage® Multi Capsules/Chewable Tablets contain iodine, i.e. 150 µg of iodine per chewable tablet or per 2 capsules. Nutritionists generally recommend that healthy adults take 100-200 µg of iodine per day.
As you’ve undergone stomach surgery, you can’t digest as much food as before. As a result, iodine intake through food is significantly reduced.
People who suffer from hypothyroidism and are being treated with L-thyroxine can take this multivitamin as well. If in doubt, please consult your treating doctor.
How should I take Bariatric Advantage® Whey?
You should dissolve a portion of Whey in a smoothie or in 200 ml of water, milk or juice. In addition, you should dissolve Whey in cold drinks, as warm drinks enhance the risk of lump formation. Also, you can mix a portion of Whey with a meal of choice.
