LapBand Food Stages Lists Suggestions

NJChick · 10-16-2005, 02:00 PM

Since I am going in next week, I figured I better start getting some of the things I'll be needing.

This is what my doctors list says (2 weeks on clear liquids).

Clear Liquids

Diluted 100% Juices: Apple, Cranberry, Grape, Orange (no added sugars)

Broths: Ckn, Turkey, Beef, Veggie (no particles or solids)

Jello: Regular or Sugar Free

Popsicles: Regular or Sugar Free (no fruit pieces)

Cold Drinks: Sports drinks (Gatorade), lemonade, iced tea (reg or sf), crystal light, flavored waters (propel, reebok, snapple-elements, fruit2o)

Hot Drinks: Coffee or tea with skim milk or creamer, w/sugar or sugar subsitute.

Suggested Guideline: choose beverages with about 60 calories per 4 oz of fluid.

Sugars are most often a problem if a product has added sugars and is consumed too quickly (more than 4 - 8 oz, in less than 15 - 30 minutes.

RTWISDALE · 10-17-2005, 07:14 AM

I will pray for you that you get everything that you ever wanted out of this surgery. I have lost 32 lbs and I am going for my first fill Nov 3. I had a hard time finding someone close to do fills because I had surgery in Mexico. I am finally set up and can't wait. I am eatting almost anything I want with out restriction. The fills are a must. I had my surgery in August. Do just what they tell you and you will lose the most. Good luck and may God and his heavenly angels be with you.

newgirl · 10-21-2005, 03:43 PM

this is all helpful. I have just made all my pre op appts. I am so excited. Thanks for all comments!

Cheri · 12-19-2005, 12:45 PM

dylansmom~

do you know what a life-saver this thread is to those of us who either did not go to a nutritionist or have doctors who set us loose after surgery?!?! Thank you thank you thank you!!!

I realize that this is a guideline, a nice mix of the different plans people have been put on! I am printing your list out as we speak so that when I feel a bit bamboozled about what to "eat", I can just look for some ideas on my list!!

Thanks again!!

~cheri

dylansmom · 12-19-2005, 12:50 PM

I'm so glad that this has helped so many people. I know how fortunate I am to have my Lap Band doctor, and I can't imagine being set loose without any instructions or guidelines.

Happy this could help, and please keep up the great work!!!

B4by Ph4t · 12-25-2005, 06:39 AM

Dylansmom thank you for posting this thread.. This is perfect for someone like me who is waiting to undergo the surgery( on waiting list).. I am in the very early process and have an appointment on the 20th of january with a dietician so this kinda gives me some idea of what my eating habbits will be like after I have had the surgery :)

Thanks again

Aussiegal · 12-31-2005, 08:45 PM

THANK YOU...finally I have found some sensible eating lists! Apart from the one my dietician gave me 12 mths ago which is far too much good and isn't very logical in practice I have been 'experimenting' all the way. I like the combo list...it is nice and simple.

cheers

RTWISDALE · 01-03-2006, 09:59 AM

Well Girls I did not have my fill in Nov the Doc stated that he did not feel the port. I was very let down and was afraid I would have to go back to TJ. My sister lives in Vicksburg and she found a Doctor in Jackson that would do her fills so I went there. Dec 19th I had the fill done (1cc) but still am eating like a horse. I will go for second fill on the 16th I am hoping for more control. Please pray for me. My sister is at (3cc) and she lost 25 lbs. since Dec 5 th. I hope I will be there soon.

AliDiane · 01-19-2006, 11:38 AM

Thank you for this thread!! I was going to post a question on post-op food choices before I found this.

The nutritionist in the hospital told me that I should eat 3 protein shakes a day and supplement with 2 ounces 3 times a day of thick liquids (i.e. yogurt, smooth soups, cream of wheat, etc.) for the next five weeks. My family has been teasing me that I eat what a six-month old baby eats.

I have to admit that I have been hungry. I catch myself dreaming of eating pizza and roast chicken. I even started watching the food channel and ordering cookbooks and food magazines. Finally I decided to add a few calories to my day by eating 4 ounce portions of the thick liquids and I feel much better.

This is a rough stage but I have lost about 8 pounds since my surgery last week!

Nellie · 01-19-2006, 09:01 PM

Bless you ! I've been looking for THIS VERY LIST!! I sure do appreciate your posting it - now I have a guideline - thank you - thank you - thank you!!!

Gaynel

Nellie · 01-19-2006, 09:03 PM

Are you saying to put all this food into a blender?

Tia · 02-16-2006, 01:45 PM

thank you for the FYI piece!. I'm having my sx on 2/27.. this will certainly help me
..Tia

Tia · 02-16-2006, 01:46 PM

thank you for the FYI piece!. I'm having my sx on 2/27.. this will certainly help me
..Tia

emmit95 · 02-23-2006, 07:20 PM

Hi, I'm looking for a support group in or around Mckinney Texas.I was banded December 9,2005

BandsterHopeful · 03-15-2006, 07:00 PM

there is a lot of differences of opinion, as you all know.
I personally disagree with several things on that list , for instance-
buillion is way too high in salt for a post op diet aht may not have enougth liquids anyway
Anything that melts into a liquid IS a liquid - why any restriction on ice cream, puddlings, jello, ETC - no sense at all to this.
Lots more.
I don't think you can come up with a list for people - we each must follow our own doc's recommendation. A board like this cannot substitute for a dcotor's post-op orders.
If your surgeon does not have clear, written post op orders, he needs to make some. Dr Kuri , for instance, gives a very complete list of diet orders, as well as wound-care orders, and much more. Renee.