You'll eat a soft diet between weeks three and four after surgery. During this phase, you'll continue to prioritize protein, but you'll be able to get the nutrient from foods including scrambled eggs, hummus, and tuna/chicken salad with low fat mayo.

Failure to lose weight after bariatric procedures is usually multifactorial. Psychological, dietary, and medical follow-up are very important for long-term weight loss success. Once these factors have been addressed, patients should be offered a surgical re-evaluation.

Always consume lean protein first, non-starchy vegetables second, and high-fiber carbs or a healthy fat source last. Try to consume at least 64 ounces of hydrating fluids. Avoid added-sugar drinks, carbonation, and excessive caffeine. Consume alcohol in moderation.The altered bowel motility and absorption as a result of weight-loss surgery also can result in more or smellier gas. Noise associated with gas can be from the abdomen (bowel sounds) or with the passage of gas through the anus (or an ostomy). In addition... +More

Most American chocolate is highly processed, and rich in vegetable oil, sugar and preservatives. We encourage our bariatric patients to avoid candies, and other sweet items before and after weight loss surgery.