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THE LIQUID STAGE DIET AFTER GASTRIC BAND, GASTRIC SLEEVE, GASTRIC BYPASS AND MINI GASTRIC BYPASS FOR BARIATRIC PATIENTS
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The liquid diet is the second stage following a bariatric procedure, after 48 hours of a clear liquid diet immediately after bariatric surgery and lasts for about 2 weeks. You may notice that following surgery it is unlikely that you will feel hungry, and the liquid diet is followed to allow you to take in the necessary nutrients you need to stay hydrated while the stomach has started to heal.
What liquids can you eat in the liquid stage of your post-surgery diet?
The initial liquids you should consume are water, black tea, oxo, bovril and no added sugar squash, also known as clear fluids.
Following this, a high protein liquid diet needs to be followed. There are lots of different available options for the types of liquids that could be consumed, including:
- Protein shakes
- Soups (diluted and strained)
- Milk
- Low calorie hot chocolate, Ovaltine or Horlicks
- If you own a blender, you can make any combinations you like! Simply blend and add water and strain!
Extra tips when following the liquid diet following bariatric surgery;
- Make sure that the liquids you consume are smooth and don’t contain any bits or lumps as these may possibly get stuck and cause pain and discomfort. To make sure your liquids are smooth, use a sieve.
- Make sure that your liquids aren’t too thick. These can be diluted with water or milk to ensure that they are thin enough to drink. The consistency of the liquid should be thin enough to go through a straw. However, it is important to avoid drinking through a straw as this could potentially cause you to take in air and cause discomfort.
- Avoid consuming sugary and fizzy liquids. These can cause severe pain from trapped wind and dumping syndrome.
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