What exactly is a "NORMAL" diet???

[mom22 0]

:blush:The GREAT news is that I've lost 32 pounds since being banded on 11/5/08. I have my first fill scheduled for next Tuesday. My doc said to be eating a "normal" diet for one week prior to fill - what exactly is a "NORMAL" diet??

I've been eating tuna salad, eggs, turkey burgers, soft veggies - what I don't know is what SHOULDN'T I eat - how about a salad? I feel like I need to expand my choices, but I'm afraid to eat something full of carbs or something that will get stuck??? HELP!!!

[Tabithan 19]

Hi Mom22,

You should eat ANYTHING your stomach & band can tolerate so long as it is not high in fat, calories, sugars, etc. The goal is to eat healthy in moderation on the band. :biggrin: Of course, "normal" means that you are eating SOLID foods, as the band guidelines dictate. Your stomach & band may not be able to tolerate some solid foods like breads or asparagus.....so with time, you will find what solid foods work with your band. :biggrin:

[Jodi_620 37]

Did your doctor or nutritionist discuss what you should be eating at this stage?

Mine told me to eat eat solid Proteins veggies and healthy natural carbs like fruit, dairy and whole grains. I am to eat the Protein first, then the veggies then the carbs and stop when I feel satisfied.

Don't be afraid to eat. When you try something new, eat slowly and take small bites until you are sure you can tolerate it. Watch foods like bread that can swell up and get stuck and for fibrous veggies like broccoli, celery and asaparagus as well as meats that are tough or dry. If you can chew it to a liquid form then it should be safe.

oatmeal, eggs, lean meat, fresh fruits and veggies are all great choices. I am not supposed to eat foods that are high in fat and calories and low in nutrition, you are eating less so you need to be sure to get good nutrition in. I am also not to eat soft slider foods as a meal (soups, shakes, puddings, applesauce etc.) It needs to be solid so that it can fill you up and keep you full.

Edited December 8, 2008 by Jodi_620

[TQUAD64 9]

Your doctor should have provided you a list of healthy food options and directions. And/or your nutrionist should have. Contact them and get their feedback.

My doctor provided me a binder of information, plus I continue to see the nutrionist for support and suggestions.

[Jachut 487]

To me a normal diet means you get a mix of nutrients in a day - several differnt types of fruit and vegetables, a serve of wholegrains such as Cereal or bread, a couple of serves of Protein in the form of dairy, lean meat and eggs. And it is also entirely normal to not be afraid to have the odd treat!

In my view it is NOT normal to drink several Protein Shakes a day, live on soft foods, and avoid entire food groups.