LapBand Food Stages Lists Suggestions

BRENDAFRANCES · 02-06-2008, 11:30 AM

I also bought the magic bullet and use it for all my soups to puree them and I love it. Anyone have a really good protein shake you recommend??

Bren

vegors · 02-06-2008, 11:32 AM

This list is just wonderful and since I am getting banded next Wednesday, I was getting a bit concerned that I just didn't quite have the hang of what all I could and couldn't have. Thanks for putting list out here for all to see!

BRENDAFRANCES · 02-11-2008, 09:22 AM

Vegors good luck this week!!!! I see the doc tomorrow. My one month check up and then I can start chewing again LOL

Bren

BRENDAFRANCES · 02-16-2008, 11:47 AM

Vegors just wondered how you were doing since you were banded Wednesday??

Brenda

katieann · 02-17-2008, 02:04 AM

Hey HarleyNana,
I got the Magic Bullet for Christmas, and I love it!!! I can't get it to chop onions -- they turn to mush -- which is great for bandsters. It does shakes and smoothies very well. Let me know if you get one!
Katie

katieann · 02-17-2008, 02:15 AM

BRENDAFRANCES,
I bought a protein drink mix from GNC called Nature's Best Perfect Low Carb Isopure. It's pretty good. I also tried one called Lean Body for Her. It gets really thick, and it tastes ok. EAS Advant Edge Carb Control is ready to drink, tastes pretty good, and you can get it at most stores. I tried Arbonne Figure 8 Weight Loss shakes, but I didn't care for the taste. But everyone has different tastes.
Katie
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BRENDAFRANCES · 02-17-2008, 04:15 AM

Thanks I will check out the gnc one.

Bren

Beachcomber3 · 02-17-2008, 05:46 AM

There are so many variations on the "stages". I was banded on Monday, 2/11 and on a low fat full liquid diet. I can have up to 6 (1/4 cup) liquid "meals" a day. I can have the following: chicken or beef broth, strained cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup, egg drop soup, sf ice pops, sf jello, sf Carnation Instant Breakfast, skim milk, soy milk or lactaid milk and protein shakes. In addition, I have to try to get in 30-45 ounces of clear liquids between liquid meals. This includes: water, crystal light, sf jello or ice pops, diet snapple, decaffeinated coffee or tea, or any non-carbonated calorie-free liquid.

Shamrockgirl60 · 02-18-2008, 11:15 AM

What about adding extra protein with the protein powders you can buy at GNC, Add them to your drinks? Or oatmeal and such. How about baby food...like the meats? mix them with a drink they don't have much taste?

Glad I like some mushy foods LOL

Hope to be banded before July.
OK what about swimming, anyone know what you do about that?
We have a pool and spend 90% of the summer in and around it when it's very hot here, which isn't that often in New England, but we love it?
How soon after surgery can you go in?

HarleyNana · 02-18-2008, 05:46 PM

Katie, I'm on my 3rd Magic Bullet, I love mine too :)

sherriberry · 02-23-2008, 08:42 AM

I cannot seem to eat much of anything, I had a fill on wednesday and I am very restricted, I did manage some protein yesturday, any suggestions

i_kandee · 02-28-2008, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by dylansmom

Here are the lists that my nutritionist gave to me for the different stages of eating after having surgery. The moderator may want to make this thread a sticky for those who don't get defined lists, as I've noticed a lot of questions about this topic in the past.

*STAGE 1 - LIQUIDS

START: When you return home from your surgery

DURATION: For 2 weeks post surgery, or until your next dietitian appointment.

DIET: Clear and full liquids

GOAL: Aim for at least 64 ounces of fluid for the day by continuous sipping.

LIQUIDS RECOMMENDED:

Water
100% Fruit Juice (No sugar added)
Bouillon
Strained soups or broths
Skim or 1% milk
Soy milk
Milk Shakes - thinned
Gatorade or equivalent sports drink
Yogurt Smoothie Drinks - not including homemade
Crystal Light
Sugar free beverages
Herbal or decaffeinated tea or coffee
Popsicles (Pedialyte)

LIQUIDS TO AVOID:

Citrus juices (orange, grapefruit, pineapple)
Acidic liquids (tomato juice, tomato soup, buttermilk)
Caffeinated beverages (coffee, tea)
Carbonated beverages (any soda pop, seltzer, or tonic water)
Homemade fruit or yogurt smoothies
Anything that seems liquid but is not (Jello, yogurt, pudding, ice cream) *Do pour test*

*STAGE 2 - MUSHIES

START: 2 weeks post surgery

DURATION: Up to 2 weeks post liquid stage

DIET: Soft food

GOAL: Aim for a meal capacity of about 1 cup (8 ounces) for 3 meals per day. Aim for fluid intake of 48-64 ounces per day.

FOODS RECOMMENDED:

Milk (skim or 1% only)
Cottage cheese
Eggs (poached, scrambled or soft boiled)
Blended cream soups
Yogurt
Low Fat Cheese - unmelted
Peanut Butter
Tofu (silken only)
Pudding
Applesauce or other fruit sauces
Canned fruits
Mashed potatoes
Cream of Wheat or oatmeal (diluted with milk)

*STAGE 3 - SEMI SOLIDS

START: 4 weeks post surgery

DURATION: 2 weeks post mushies stage

DIET: Semi-solid food

GOAL: Aim for a meal capacity of about 1 cup (8 ounces) for 3 meals per day. Aim for fluid intake of 48-64 ounces per day.

FOOD RECOMMENDED:

Deli cuts of meat
Canned flake meats such as tuna or chicken
Ground meats like ground beef or ground turkey
Beans
Tofu
Baked fish or crab meat
Pasta, rice, and corn
Fresh fruit - eliminate skins
Cooked vegetables - avoid celery, asparagus or broccoli stalks
Low Fat melted cheese

FOODS TO AVOID FOR MUSHIES & SEMI SOLID STAGES:

Caloric beverages - sweetened tea, soda, lemonade, juices
Ice cream, frozen yogurt, milkshakes, & smoothies
Regular Jello
Dry solids like breads, cereals, crackers, high fiber foods

*STAGE 4 - SOLIDS

RECOMMENDED FOODS & SERVING SIZES:

PROTEIN GROUP:

1 ounce lean meat, poultry or fish

1/4 cup yogurt

1/4 cup pudding

1/4 cup cottage cheese

1 egg, 2 egg whites

1/4 cup egg substitute

1 tbsp. peanut butter

1 ounce tofu

1 ounce cheese

1/4 cup canned flake meat

1 slice deli meat

2 tbsp. grated cheese

1/4 cup shredded cheese

1/2 cup beans

1/4 cup hommus

GRAIN GROUP:

1/2 slice toast

1/4 bagel or english muffin

1/2 cup cereal (cooked or dry)

1/2 cup broth-type soup

1 oblong graham cracker

1/4 cup rice, pasta, or potato

1/2 small baked potato

1/4 cup corn

4 crackers

FRUIT GROUP:

1/4 cup canned fruit (in its own juices)

1/4 cup grapes

1/2 piece fresh fruit

1 tsp. jelly or jam

1/4 cup dry fruit

VEGETABLE GROUP:

1/2 cup cooked vegetables

1 cup raw vegetables

1/2 cup tomato juice

1/4 cup tomato sauce or salsa

OTHERS GROUP:

1 tsp. oil, butter, or margarine

1 tsp. mayonnaise

1 tbsp. Miracle Whip

1 tbsp. sour cream or cream cheese

1 tbsp. salad dressing

2 tbsp. guacamole

4-6 almonds, cashews, or pecans

1 ounce cheese

2 tsp. peanut butter

1 tbsp. tahini

1/4 cup Cool-Whip

1 tsp. sugar, honey, or syrup

COMBINATION FOODS:

1 or 1 1/2 cup per meal

1/2 cup per snack

CORE PLAN:

BREAKFAST:

1-2 proteins

1 fruit

2 grains

1 other

LUNCH:

2-3 proteins

1 vegetable

2 grains

1 other

SNACK:

1 fruit

1 protein

DINNER:

2-3 proteins

1-2 vegetables

2 grains

1 other

SNACK:

1 vegetable

1 grain

I hope that this helps those who are researching getting the band, with knowing what your eating habbits will be like after surgery. I also hope that this will help those who are never given a clear eating plan after surgery too.

Please know that this is just the plan that was given to me, and I do not expect all bandsters to follow this plan. It is simply a guidline for those who need one/are not given one.

Please remember to follow exactly what your surgeon/nutritionist says, even if it is different than this list.

wow, thank you
extremely helpful and informative
i really appreciate the time you took to do this...

did you have to do a food journal before the surgery to get approved by your ins? if so

what some typical entries you wrote?

Shamrockgirl60 · 02-28-2008, 01:24 PM

:biggrin2:Thanks so much for the list. I will print it and put it in my wallet for shopping and on my fridge. Still probably have a few months before my surgery to go through all the testing. I am impatient to get started. Went to a pre and post op meeting at Lahey Clinic the other night and was happy to meet people who have had the lap band and are pleased with their weight loss and outcome. It did a lot to bolster my feelings on this. I can't wait.

WendyLap · 03-06-2008, 02:46 AM

great list dylans mom. Thanks will be taking it on tuesday night to see if that suits here as well or whether they have their own list. At least this has given me an idea of what is expected.

KSsue · 03-07-2008, 09:53 PM

Thanks so much for that list...It is sure helpful ! This list along with what my Dr. provided is a great help.