The liquid diet is the second stage following a bariatric procedure, after 48 hours of a clear liquid diet immediately after bariatric surgery and lasts for about 2 weeks. You may notice that following surgery it is unlikely that you will feel hungry, and the liquid diet is followed to allow you to take in the necessary nutrients you need to stay hydrated while the stomach has started to heal.
What liquids can you eat in the liquid stage of your post-surgery diet?
The initial liquids you should consume are water, black tea, oxo, bovril and no added sugar squash, also known as clear fluids.
Following this, a high protein liquid diet needs to be followed. There are lots of different available options for the types of liquids that could be consumed, including:
Extra tips when following the liquid diet following bariatric surgery;
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