Nutrilite Scientist Micheline Vargas, DrPH, RCEP, has worked with gastric bypass patients in the past. Here are her recommendations:
Start with a consultation with your physician.
There are a number of products you might consider after consulting with your physician. You may be able to add a NUTRILITE Protein Shake in as a snack 1+ times per day to help meet needs. For a multivitamin, you could consider our Daily to start. You could also consider adding an omega-3 in to ensure adequate EPA & DHA especially if fish intake is not optimal. This is a starting point - before you start any new dietary regimen. you should discuss your health and nutritional needs with your physician.
GBS specific nutrition tips
o Eat small quantities: The stomachs capacity has changed, so the amount of food intake has to change.
o Make sure food is completely chewed: You need more time for chewing and also not all food is possible to chew well. Choose appropriate food!
o Don't eat and drink at the same time: The reduced capacity of the stomach will no longer permit to take in both: liquid and food at the same time. It´s better to drink between or before meals.
o Do not lay down after eating: In a horizontal position reflux is more likely. The food also remains longer in the prestomach and leads to a very uncomfortable accumulation of mucus.
o Eat five times a day: This is important, because if you only eat 2-3 times a day, it is not possible to have a great variety of food. Consequently, as you can only eat small amounts, you do not get enough proteins, minerals and vitamins. In addition, when eating 5 times daily, it is less likely that you are overpowered by sudden hunger attacks where you probably forget the new eating habits.
o Reduce beverages rich in calories: Soft drinks, hot chocolate, and milk shakes all contain a lot of calories. These beverages can still be consumed after your operation. Be mindful!
Start with a consultation with your physician.There are a number of products you might consider after consulting with your physician. You may be able to add a NUTRILITE Protein Shake in as a snack 1+ times per day to help meet needs. For a multivitamin, you could consider our Daily to start. You could also consider adding an omega-3 in to ensure adequate EPA & DHA especially if fish intake is not optimal. This is a starting point - before you start any new dietary regimen. you should discuss your health and nutritional needs with your physician.
GBS specific nutrition tips
o Eat small quantities: The stomachs capacity has changed, so the amount of food intake has to change.
o Make sure food is completely chewed: You need more time for chewing and also not all food is possible to chew well. Choose appropriate food!
o Don't eat and drink at the same time: The reduced capacity of the stomach will no longer permit to take in both: liquid and food at the same time. It´s better to drink between or before meals.
o Do not lay down after eating: In a horizontal position reflux is more likely. The food also remains longer in the prestomach and leads to a very uncomfortable accumulation of mucus.
o Eat five times a day: This is important, because if you only eat 2-3 times a day, it is not possible to have a great variety of food. Consequently, as you can only eat small amounts, you do not get enough proteins, minerals and vitamins. In addition, when eating 5 times daily, it is less likely that you are overpowered by sudden hunger attacks where you probably forget the new eating habits.
o Reduce beverages rich in calories: Soft drinks, hot chocolate, and milk shakes all contain a lot of calories. These beverages can still be consumed after your operation. Be mindful!
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