People who have just undergone a gastric bypass procedure are advised to follow a strict diet. This is to ensure that they learn to develop a good eating habit in their pursuit to safely losing the extra pounds and that don’t suffer from complications.

A gastric bypass is an invasive medical procedure done in the digestive system.

With changes done in the intestines and stomach of the patient, it is strongly advised that they follow a liquid diet immediately after the surgery. The liquid diet is important to help the organs adjust as they process food and this lasts for about three weeks. From then on, solid foods in small portions only can be consumed. Patients need to practice slow eating to help their digestive organs properly process the food and allow their body to absorb the nutrients.
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Originally posted on October 11, 2012 @ 7:00 am