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Following surgery, following the diet and nutrition guidelines are essential to overall success and weight loss. Diet guidelines to follow before and after surgery:Phase 0 - 2 Weeks Before Surgery Phase 1 - Clear Liquid Diet First 2 Weeks After Surgery  Phase 2 - Pureed Foods 3rd to 6th Weeks After Surgery Phase 3 - Semi-Soft to Solid Foods 7th Week to 6 Months After Surgery Phase 4 - Successful Eating for a Lifetime Food Record Golden Rules Protein Content of Foods Gastric Bypass and Gastric Band Multivitamin and Mineral Supplements Potential Food Intolerance Problems Additional Information and Important Rules Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare's Nutrition ServicesPatients of the Midwest Institute of Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery can have many questions as they adjust to their new eating requirements. Nutrition Services is available to offer guidance to patients and answer questions regarding their diet requirements. To schedule a nutrition consultation, contact Nutritional Services, located at: Kimball Ridge Center
2101 Kimball Ave.,
Waterloo
(319) 272-2261
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