Impact of the use of Probiotics in Bariatric Patients in Promoting Weight Loss and Maintenance. A Systematic Review
Objective: To analyze the impact of using probiotic supplements on weight maintenance in post-bariatric surgery patients. Method: Research in magazines and websites that compile scientific articles, including Scielo, Pubmed, CAPES. This systematic review provided scientific coverage in Portuguese and English, with a period limited from 2018 to 2023, with inconclusive articles being discarded. Results: 9 articles from randomized controlled studies, systematic reviews and meta-analyses were selected. The total number of patients: 1011, aged over 18 years, with supplementation for at least 15 days and maximum 12 months. Discussion: Probiotic supplementation was beneficial for improving lipid, glycemic and vitamin profiles, reducing inflammatory markers, binge eating symptoms and anthropometric markers of adiposity. The supplementation period with the best responses is 3 months post-surgery. Starting before surgery can bring better results. Conclusion: The use of probiotics can help maintain weight in post-operative bariatric surgery patients. Possibly, probiotic supplementation promotes a better quality of life for its users. However, more studies are needed.
