Sinus surgery is a procedure used to remove any abnormal or obstructive tissue in the sinuses. The recovery process varies depending on the individual and the extent of the surgery. It may be tempting to jump on the latest fad diet or take pills to lose weight, but these methods can be unsafe, especially after surgery. Weight loss requires burning off more calories than you eat. Healthy eating combined with an active lifestyle will help you eat less and burn more calories to shed pounds.
Step 1
Clean up your eating habits. Stay away from processed foods that are high in sodium, refined sugar and fat and have little nutritional value. Eat natural foods like whole grains, vegetables, low fat dairy, lean meats, fish, eggs and fruits that keep you fuller with fewer calories and are loaded with nutrients that aid in tissue repair, notes MayoClinic.com.
Step 2
Decrease your daily calorie intake. Record your meals using an online tool like MyPlate on LIVESTRONG.COM. Monitor the number of calories you take in to see your average consumption. Subtract 500 to 750 from your average to calculate the calories you need to lose one to two pounds per week.
Step 3
Stay away from alcohol. Drinking one vodka and cranberry juice, for example, adds 230 empty calories to your daily total, according to The McKinley Health Center. Consuming a couple of these per day can equal a one-pound weight gain per week. The University of California School of Medicine recommends avoiding alcohol post-surgery while taking medications.
Step 4
Avoid swimming or strenuous activity for 10 to 14 days after surgery because this may cause bleeding, states The American Rhinologic Society. Take it easy at first to keep nasal packing in place.
Step 5
Engage in light activity like walking on a treadmill or riding a stationary bike to burn calories. Get the green light from your doctor prior to engaging in more rigorous activity.
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