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A "normal-tummy" looks at the food pyramid from the bottom up – six to eleven servings of grains, fruits and vegetables then – then the protein groups: meat and beans and dairy group. Fats, oils and sweets are incidental.

After gastric bypass can read the pyramid from top to bottom. Scoot to the side of the fats, oils and sweets – we do not eat the most. Start with the protein groups – remember the rule – protein first! Below is a sample of fruit and vegetable groups. Then, only if there is space, like the grains group. Fats and oils will be related with diet, sweets should not be consumed. It is unlikely a small belly never met the guidelines of the food pyramid amount – from six to 11 servings from Grain is unrealistic for a bariatric patient. However, WLS patients can gain important nutritional benefits and satiation from incorporating foods each group in their small meals. The key is to create a healthy eating pattern with the Food Guide Pyramid as a reference point for making sound nutritional choices.

Nutritional benefits of each group:

Meat & Beans Group: Meat, poultry, fish and beans are healthy and delicious members this group of foods. Fifty percent of food intake after WLS will be protein from meat and beans. animal proteins provide a rich source of B vitamins, iron and zinc. Nutritionally, it is best to choose meats low in fat and calories back – lean, skinless chicken, fish and seafood. Legumes – including products soy – are a great meat substitute because they provide protein and fiber without adding excess cholesterol, fat and calories than meat. However, legumes are often difficult for the patient to eat – which quickly fill small to cause stomach discomfort. Some patients report an intolerance for beans and pulses that lead to vomiting. Test your own tolerances and learn what your body likes.

Milk Group: Milk, eggs, cheese and yogurt make the milk group. These foods are rich in calcium and contains protein and other vitamins and minerals. However, these foods may also be high in fat. Most of bariatric patients report a very good tolerance for low-fat cottage cheese and mozzarella cheeses. Patients should use caution as they introduce foods the dairy group back into their diet: many patients report dumping or lactose intolerance from foods in this group.

Fruits Group: The Fruits are nature's gift of sweetness for us, and a bonus, most fruits are low in fat and calories, but a great source of soluble fiber and antioxidants. Unfortunately, natural sugars in fruit can cause a sugar (glucose) imbalance and dumping. The fiber in fruits – particularly citrus – can cause stomach discomfort to the child. Small snacks should be taken as a patient again these foods to the bariatric system. Most patients report favorable results eating melon. Berries with seeds – such as raspberries or strawberries – should be avoided immediately after surgery to avoid the submission of the seeds in healing stomach seam. After healing is complete, many patients enjoy berries in their diet. Apples have also received favorable results of gastric bypass patients.

Vegetable Group: Vegetables add vitamins, fiber and flavor to the diet. When meats are braised vegetables can be added to the pot to add flavor and nutrition and a little natural moisture. Vegetables should be served in its purest form, lightly steamed without added creams or sauces. Raw vegetables such as salad greens, can be difficult for the stomach to digest small, and when poorly chewed may cause a temporary blockage of the outlet of the stomach. Some raw vegetables may cause gas or bloating after gastric bypass surgery. As always, use caution when introducing foods to the diet after gastric bypass.

Grains Group: This group is comforting energy giving carbohydrates we love to eat – pasta, bread, couscous, rice and other grains. As people morbidly obese most of the food we loved (sweets, breads, pastas) came from this group, but as recovering obese people should be closely monitored intake of these foods. Science is proving that these foods are more readily converted to fat and stored by the body. The less food intake of this group, more than our body is forced to use stored fat. When the foods from this group deal with the introduction of purer forms: oatmeal, cereal one or two bites of whole wheat bread, a mouthful of rice. Be very careful with grains and carbohydrates from the grains group: these foods can cause discomfort, dumping or for worse – weight gain.

Fats and Oils: Fats are extremely concentrated forms of energy that contain little water and make a lot of flavor. The body needs fat to function properly. Dietary fat carries fat-soluble vitamins – vitamins A, D, E and K – of the nutrients in the body. Bariatric patients report lost the desire for foods high in fat. In addition, high fat greasy foods are poorly tolerated and cause nausea. Patients achieving a better quality of health, focusing foods made with unsaturated fats and reducing intake of saturated fats in the diet. One way to include more unsaturated fat in the diet is to sauté with olive oil instead of butter. Canola oil be used in baking. Replace bacon bits on salad with slivered almonds or sunflower seeds – nuts are a wonderful source of natural unsaturated fats. Avoid eating potato chips or processed crackers are made with hydrogenated oils – a lethal fat. Use slices of avocado instead of cheese on sandwiches. Eat fish – especially omega-3 rich salmon or mackerel – for your protein a couple times a week.

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Kaye Bailey is a weight loss surgery success story having maintained her health and goal weight for 5+ years. An award winning journalist, she is the author and webmaster of http://www.livingafterwls.com and http://www.livingafterwls.blogspot.com

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