Good nutrition is a vital component to staying successful after weight loss surgery. Below are some nutrition tips to help guide you on this new journey.
Meals and snacks should be half protein. Choose lean options such as fish, chicken or lean beef. Avoid meats that are fried or breaded.
Include non-starchy vegetables at meals. Non-starchy vegetables include foods like tomatoes, broccoli, carrots or green beans. Starchy vegetables like potatoes, peas and corn, should be avoided.
Save starches for special occasions such as holidays or birthdays. Starches include bread, rice, tortillas and pasta.
Stay hydrated! Try to reach at least 64 ounces of water daily.
Recipes
Banana Protein Pancakes with Raspberry & Cream Topping
Buffalo Chicken Bake
Chicken Burrito Salad Bowl
Easy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Fajita Turkey Burger
Garlic and Lemon Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Grilled Barbecue Meatloaf
Parmesan Zucchini Bites
Pizza Chicken with Turkey Pepperoni
Turkey Sausage & Bell Pepper Egg Cups
Non-Scale Victories
The waistline on my pants is looser
I have more energy
I can buy clothes off the rack and not need to go to a specialty store
I no longer need insulin
I can walk around the zoo with my children without stopping for breaks
I do not need a seatbelt extender when I travel by air
I can sit at a booth at a restaurant vs always sitting at a table
I can tie my shoes
I no longer need my walker
I can clean my house without being tired
I have more energy
I have less Dr. appointments because I am on less meds
My blood pressure is normal and I no longer need HTN meds
