The potential effect of whey protein supplementation in post-bariatric surgery patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (opens in new tab)

BackgroundBariatric surgery is an effective intervention for severe obesity, and postoperative nutritional management significantly influences surgical outcomes. Currently, the impact of whey protein supplementation on patients following bariatric surgery remains uncertain. This study aims to explore the role of whey protein supplementation in this patient population through a meta-analytical approach.MethodsThis study was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systema...