Nutrition Overview
 
Belnap Surgical Associates requests that patient's follow a nutrition plan that has been exclusively designed for their surgery. There are many post-operative diets available. You may be exposed to these alternatives on the internet, in support groups or other places. You have been prescribed a diet that is based on Belnap Surgical Associates 30 years of success in treating individuals with morbid obesity. Adhere only to this prescribed diet. Deviating from it will slow your weight loss, cause physical complications, or result in weight gain.

The Nutrition Guidelines are divided into three Stages:

  • Stage I - encompasses the time immediately following your surgery through week two.
  • Stage II - is to be followed beginning week three through week six.

    Stage I and Stage II are implemented for only a brief period of time. During these stages your body is recovering from the surgery. Please follow the guidelines closely during this time for optimum healing. You will progress to other foods; it is just a matter of time. Be patient and eat only the foods that are listed in the stage you are in.

Introducing other foods too soon could lead to medical complications such as scarring of the anastamosis, extreme pain, obstruction, nausea and vomiting.

  • Stage III - is the nutrition plan that you will follow for the remainder of your life.
The general guidelines are rules that you should follow for the remainder of your life. Failure to do so could result in the regaining of lost weight. Gastric-bypass requires a life long commitment to these guidelines. Following these guidelines will allow you to reach and maintain a healthier weight. We care about your health and success and desire you toachieve a greater quality of life.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the office at 801-268-9782
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