Post-Op Eating Tips

Shawna's Weight Loss Surgery Journal

Post-Op Eating Tips

This is per, Dr. Barry Greene in Maryland. Other surgeons have different restrictions and/or time in which to stick to such a strict diet. I have seen many post-ops do this and have lost upwards of 50 to over 100 lbs in 3 to 4 months (dependent upon your pre-op weight).

First 2 weeks post-operative, Clear Liquids Only

water (at least 3 oz. every hour)

Beef or chicken broth

diluted Crystal Light (twice as much water as called for)

herbal teas with no sweetener

diluted apple juice (3 parts water to 1 part juice)

sugar free popsicles

sugar free jello

Veryfine Fruit2O

egg drop soup

clear protein drinks

Weeks 2-4, post-opertively: Full Liquids

All of the above plus the following:

sugar free Carnation Instant Breakfast

protein shakes (chocolate and vanilla)

cottage cheese

sugar free yogurt

strained soups

Cream of Wheat/Rice

Weeks 4-6, post-operatively: Soft Foods

All of the above plus the following:

mashed potatoes with melted cheese

(thinned out with a little chicken broth)

soups with soft vegetables

scrambled eggs with cheese

cooked fish

all cheeses

tuna

egg salad

soft cooked vegetables

Weeks 6 and on, post-operatively: Low Carb

Eating after week 6 is on a low-carb trial basis. Trial meaning that everyone is different and foods will react differently with each of us.

The dreaded "D" word - DUMPING. How do you know your dumping? EASY. Signs and symptoms are nausea, cramping, vomiting, a clammy feeling, sweating, diarrhea and palpitations.

If a new food does make you dump, wait three to four days and try it again. If that food continues to give you problems, you know you can't tolerate it.

If you continue to dump, vomit or feel nauseated after eating after week 9 and on, you may want to see your surgeon. You may have some problems with your new pouch.




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