Keys to the Duodenal Switch Diet Post-Op - United Bariatric Center of Kansas City (2024)

FAQs

How to maximize weight loss after duodenal switch? ›

YOU HAVE TO EAT (HIGH PROTEIN FOODS) TO LOSE WEIGHT --- EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT HUNGRY!!! YOUR MAIN TASKS WHEN YOU START PUREED FOOD ARE TO: 1) CONSUME AT LEAST 80G TO 120G OF PROTEIN DAILY. 2) EAT EVERY 3 HOURS. 3) DRINK AT LEAST 48 OUNCES OF FLUIDS BETWEEN YOUR MEALS.

The diet will transition from liquids to purees to solids. Upon reaching the final stage, your diet will consist of small, low-fat, low-sugar meals to be eaten over a 30-minute time period. Fluids will be important for hydration throughout each stage of the diet progression, therefore a goal of 48-64 oz.

Post-Op Gastric Sleeve Diet: 3rd Week After Surgery

Soft and pureed foods come next. Examples include eggs, ground meats, fish, beans, cooked vegetables, and soft fruits. Other possibilities include hummus and cottage cheese.

What is the weight-loss timeline following duodenal switch surgery? Weight loss will vary from person to person, but there are some general trends. The most rapid weight loss happens in the first three months after surgery. During this time, you can expect to lose about 30% of your excess weight.

If the body does not get enough protein from the diet over time, the body will break down muscle tissues and fibers in order to get its supply of amino acids. Symptoms such as body aches and feeling more fatigued than usual can also occur.

You aren't eating enough.

One of the most obvious reasons you may be experiencing constant hunger after bariatric surgery is you are not eating enough calories and nutrients throughout the day. After surgery, many patients do not eat enough calories, partly because of their reduced pouch size.

Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch

Advantages: You can expect to lose> 70% of excess body weight at one year. This surgery yields the most rapid weight loss. Disadvantages: Long term vitamin and nutrient supplementation is required. Patients routinely experience frequent and foul smelling diarrhea.

It can take time for your intestines to adapt, so bowel movements can be very liquid and frequent after the procedure. This condition may lessen over time, but may be permanent. Abdominal bloating and foul smelling stool or gas may occur. Because this is a malabsorption procedure, vitamin deficiencies may occur.

Following the Guidelines

After the first three months, you are welcome to enjoy eating salads (iceberg is not tolerated as well as romaine or spinach) and raw vegetables to compliment your protein. Lettuce wraps are a great way to change up your protein and add a little low-carb crunch!

After your gastric bypass, high-fat meats like bacon, sausage, bologna, and salami should be avoided entirely. Not only are these types of meat fatty and high in calories, but they can also cause digestive issues due to their rich fat content. Eating high-fat meats can lead to more stomach discomfort and diarrhea.

What does a post bariatric surgery diet look like? ›

Consume 900 to 1,000 calories and at least 65 to 75 grams of protein a day. For balanced nutrient intake, your daily servings should include: 3 servings milk and dairy products (nonfat and low-fat) 3 servings meat or meat alternative (lean and low-fat)

Typically occurring after the three-week mark post-op, a gastric sleeve weight loss plateau is when the rapid weight loss slows down or stops altogether. Bariatric plateau is very normal, temporary and is generally caused by the body's attempts at adjusting to a new diet and an alternative energy source.

The decrease in carbohydrates and thereby glucose, forces your body to look to other sources for energy - namely fats. The fat breakdown for energy causes the odor that you may notice within the first few weeks to months after surgery, especially when your body is acclimating to your new diet.

Pasta, Bread and Rice: Avoid for 6 months as well. High Sugar Food: Sweetened drinks or foods with high amounts of sugar can cause dumping syndrome. Tough Food: Foods that are hard to chew, dry, and tough can cause dysphagia. Therefore, avoid doughy bread, dry chicken, overcooked steak, and similar meals.

Duodenal switch recovery time

After 2 or 3 days in the hospital, the patient is usually discharged home but it is important to remember that for the first 2 or 3 weeks after the surgery, patients should not go back to work and everyday responsibilities. The full duodenal switch recovery time is about 4 to 6 weeks.

of glycogen into the muscle, 8 lbs. of water has to be stored with it to keep it soluble. So, even though the patient might still be losing energy content to their body, the weight will not go down or it might even gain for a while as the retention of water dissolves the glycogen that is being reformed and stored.

Additional calcium. Additional iron. Additional B-complex. Fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) in a dry form.