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Stomach Bypass Eating Program |
Diet Plan After Gastric Bypass Stage 2 - Semi-Liquid DietNote: All foods must be of a consistency of thinned mashed potatoes. Add non-fat dry milk powder to all foods and beverages to increase the protein. Examples:
You will start with small amounts of these liquids because you will feel full quickly. At first you will have to drink small amounts frequently (2-4 ounces at a time). After a few days your daily intake of the liquids listed above should be at least 24 ounces (3 cups). Eventually you will be able to take 3 liquid meals of 4-6 ounces each. Drink slowly. It should take 30 minutes or more to drink 4-6 ounces (1/2 to 3/4 cup). Drink Liquids to Prevent DehydrationAt lease 6-8 cups of low calorie liquids should be consumed gradually throughout the day to prevent dehydration. Examples:
A multivitamin with minerals, which includes iron and zinc, should be taken daily for the rest of your life to prevent hair loss and to improve overall nutrition. During the first few weeks after surgery use a children’s chewable vitamin/mineral supplement and then advance to pill form of a multivitamin with minerals if you desire. Medications may be taken in liquid or chewable form, but most pills are easily swallowed. Reduce Dumping Syndrome and Digestive UpsetConcentrated sugars and alcohol can cause vomiting and/or diarrhea (dumping syndrome) so avoid:
Different people have different foods they can and cannot tolerate. Do not be disturbed if you find some foods do not agree with you at first. You may be able to tolerate those foods later. Sample Menu of Semi-Liquid Diet(Consistency of thinned mashed potatoes) Breakfast Snack #1 Lunch Snack #2 Supper Note: You may have to eat more frequent meals and consume smaller amounts at each meal at first. But try to take in at least 24 ounces (3 cups) of nutritious liquids every day. Between Meals Next Pages: Source: University of Virginia Health System ------------------------------------------------ Gastric Bypass Bariatric Information |