Bariatric Diets

BARIATRIC DIETS – General Guidelines

While drinking liquids sip slowly, do not gulp, do not use a straw.  Use a spoon to help you sip...

Pre-Operative Bariatric Diet

Pre-operative diet should be started 2 weeks prior to surgery Reason:  Following this diet helps to reduce the size of...

Phase I – Bariatric Diet

Sugar-Free, Carbonation-Free, Caffeine-Free, Clear Liquids You will be on the Phase 1 Bariatric diet for 1-2 days after your bariatric...

Phase II – Bariatric Diet

Sugar-Free, Carbonation-Free, Caffeine-Free, Clear Liquids and Protein Shakes Phase II bariatric diet may begin while you are in the hospital if...

Phase III – Bariatric Diet

  Soft or Pureed, Protein Rich Foods Start Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Phase III bariatric diet may begin approximately 2...

Phase IV – Bariatric Diet

High Protein Foods and Vegetables Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Start approximately 2-3 months after surgery once the Phase III bariatric...

Phase V – Bariatric Diet

High Protein Foods and Complex Carbohydrates Whole Grains, Starchy Vegetables and Fruit Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Phase V begins after...

Clear Liquids

Non Carbonated, sugar free, caffeine free clear liquids Water Crystal Light ® Wylers Light ® Diet Snapple ® Diet Iced...

Post-Operative Bariatric Diet

Follow the recommended bariatric diets as instructed by the Bariatric Dietitian. It is very important to understand that the dietary...