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Post-Operative diet and care for Lap Band Surgery

by alicez, Sep 12, 2009 09:40AM
Could you guys share your experience or knowledge about Post-Operative diet and care for Lap Band Surgery. Specially clear diet for Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Thanks
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by sobermommy, Sep 17, 2009 03:37PM
In my case...they ask you to go on a liquid, high protien diet for 2 weeks prior to surgery, and approx. 2 weeks following if you have the band.

It seems overwhelming at first and I won't lie...it was rough for the first couple days. Then it wasn't so bad. They will have you drinking a high protien shake. Each dr seems to have a preference as to which they use. For me it was either Boost high protien, Boost Glucose control, or Slimfast high protien. I shake...3 times a day. All the broth and sugar free jello, sugar free popsicles you want. All beverages must be 10 calories or less. No caffine and no carbonation.

Your doctor will decide if you do the full 2 weeks before and after. My surgery got scheduled pretty suddenly so I did 9 days prior. They have you do a post op appt 10-14 days after surgery and that is when they will start you on soft foods if you are ready. My dr had me do 2-4 days of soft food then to regular foods. One cup of food, 3 times a day. Protien at every meal...and the main part of the meal. No snacking. This is how they will decide if and when to do adjustments to the band. The key is to be honest with them about how much you are eating and if it keeps you satisfied. You want the best results but also don't want to suffer if it is too tight. So having an open and honest relationship with your surgeon will benefit you greatly. They are awesome and will help you through the learning process. I hope this helps...good luck.

by porcupinemamma, Oct 19, 2009 11:20PM
To: sobermommy
You shared more info than my stupid doctor.  Thank you so much

by sobermommy, Nov 23, 2009 03:58PM
To: porcupinemamma
You are very welcome. I asked tons of questions at support groups prior to surgery...but when I was going through it myself it seemed like I didn't ask nearly enough...lol. Glad that it helped.
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