Health Tip: Eating After Weight-Loss Surgery

(HealthDay News) - It''s crucial to eat right after you''ve had bariatric or other types of weight-loss surgery.

The MetroHealth System offers these suggestions:

• Because your stomach is smaller, eat small meals regularly throughout the day instead of a few large meals.
• Eat slowly and chew thoroughly -- it may take about an hour to eat your meals.
• About 30 minutes after meals, drink fluids in small sips -- do not drink beverages with meals.
• Avoid eating sweets.

-- Diana Kohnle

Last Updated: Oct. 26, 2007

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