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Nutritional needs for the person who has undergone
gastric bypass surgery are of great importance. The amount of food
your new stomach can handle at one time is greatly reduced. Therefore,
it is extremely important to get the nutrients and vitamins you
need every day for the rest of your life.
Disclaimer: the following is
for general informational purposes only
Typical Blended Diet Immediately After
Surgery
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Liquids sipped throughout the day,
between meals only, and at a controlled rate (20-30 minutes
for every 6 ounces) |
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Food is cut into very small pieces (thumbnail
size), liquid is added, and all is blended to a smooth consistency
with no lumps, pieces, or seeds |
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Jars of commercial baby food may also be
used |
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Hot spices are to be avoided |
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Each meal should be eaten over a 30 minutes
to one hour period since your new stomach can only hold about
2 ounces |
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Eat 6 times per day |
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2 children's sugar-free vitamins/minerals
with iron every day |
Starting About One Month After Surgery
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Protein protein protein. Always gets your
protein in first (milk, yogurt, chicken, fish, eggs, protein
shakes) |
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Start experimenting with solids foods in
very small quantities to see what your new stomach will tolerate |
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You must avoid foods with sugar. There is
a possibility of "dumping" when sugary foods are
eaten. Dumping is often caused by food emptying too fast into
your intestine, and concentrated foods such as sugar will
cause water to enter the intestines which can result in diarrhea,
sweating or clammy skin, light-headedness, and nausea. Drinking
immediately after a meal can also cause dumping. |
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Switch from children's vitamins to adult
vitamin/mineral supplements. A separate Vitamin B12 supplement
(500mcg) may be required also if your blood work indicates
low iron levels |
Suggested Daily Servings
| Food
Group |
Servings |
| Milks:
2 servings per day
(provides calcium and protein) |
1 cup skim or 1%
1 cup Lactaid (for the lactose intolerant)
1 cup nonfat yogurt
1 cup Carnation Instant Breakfast, sugar-free
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| Vegetables:
2 servings per day
(provides vitamins, minerals, and fiber) |
1/2 cup vegetable juice
1/3 cup blended beets, carrots, green beans, spinach, broccoli,
greens, zucchini, cabbage, cauliflower |
| Fruits:
2 servings per day
(provides vitamins, minerals, and fiber) |
1/2 cup unsweetened juice
1/3 blended, unsweetened fruits
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| Starches:
2 servings per day
(provides carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fiber) |
1 cup blended soup
1/2 cup cooked cereal (cream of wheat, oatmeal, grits)
1/3 cup blended corn, peas, acorn squash, potatoes
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| Meats:
4 servings per day
(provides protein, vitamins, and minerals) |
1/2 small jar strained baby meats (plain)
1/4 cup egg beaters
1 ounce cooked meat (blended): chicken, turkey, beef, fish,
veal)
1 ounce lowfat cheese
2 tbsp. peanut butter
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| Fats:
3 servings per day |
1 tsp. margarine
1 tsp. mayonnaise
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| Fluids:
At least 1 quart (4 cups) per day |
Water
Low calorie beverages like Crystal Lite
(diet soda, coffee, and tea should be avoided immediately
after surgery and can be added in moderation over time) |
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