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The successful habits of a bariatric surgery patient
- Record intake in a food journal or a mobile app for food tracking
- Eat routinely, making sure to not skip any meals
- Keep lean protein a priority including it at every meal and snack
- Track protein intake daily, ensuring consumption of 60-65 grams daily
- Reduce portion sizes by 25%
- Use the hunger scale to avoid overeating and becoming uncomfortable at each meal
- Avoid eating out and limit to twice weekly
- Eat a well-balanced diet, incorporating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
- Limit desserts/candy/high fat and processed foods
- Reduce/eliminate consumption of caffeinated and carbonated beverages
- Drink 64 oz of water or calorie free beverages every day
- SIP beverages- avoid gulping or “chugging”
- Do NOT drink LIQUIDS 30 MINUTES BEFORE, DURING or 30 MINUTES AFTER MEALS-
- Thoroughly chew foods to a liquid consistency
- Set utensils down in between each bite to slow down eating
- Routinely take a multivitamin with iron every day
- Drink alcohol moderately- limiting to less than 4 drinks a week
- Keep up an exercise regimen and track physical activity
- Manage stress effectively through constructive outlets