21 St George Obesity Surgery Unit | Bariatric Book | Nutrition Plan After Your Surgery DAY 1 TO 5: Immediately Post Op > Diet: Fluid Diet DAY 5 TO 3 WEEKS: At Home > Diet: Puree Diet WEEKS 3 TO 8: Adaptation Phase > Diet: Soft Diet WEEK 8 TO LONG TERM: Healthy Balanced Diet Plus Multivitamins > Diet: Full Diet Progressing through each stage varies between individuals and depends on your tolerance of food. It is important not to rush through the recommended dietary stages, as this may increase risk of complications. As you are progressing through your diet it is important to: • Have small meals • Chew your food well • Eat slowly • Stop when you feel satisfied The long-term goal is to develop a life-long healthy eating pattern in order to reach and maintain a healthy weight. It is important to follow a balanced diet, eat regular meals, avoid snacking and grazing and avoid processed and junk food. In addition it is essential to take your multivitamins on a daily basis for the rest of your life.
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