Dr Garcia Week 2 Postop Diet

[Readytolose2012 88]

I am one week post op with Dr Garcia, I am supposed to start full liquids tomorrow. I received more than one diet plan and I am confused. What did you add in for full liquids at week 2?

[gorjess907 16]

omg!! yay! congrats! im going to garcia on9/20 im a little scared though. did u get the post op diet from garcia or from ur packet? i got a packet from my cooridinator alma n it just says liquid and soft foods (crystal light,sugar free fruit juices,apple sause,sugar free Jello, and thin soups) for 2 weeks

[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

That is very odd, I am going for surgery on Monday. My packet clearly states full liquid diet: You will remain on this diet for the first four weeks post operatively.

food included:

all protien drinks

ff milk

puddings ff

Jello sugar free

yogurt ff

veggie juices

Soups strained

hot cerals made thin and soupy

Hope this helps

[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

Just to add this is after your few days of clear liquid. Though being in Mexico and not getting home until friday night it will be for 4 days post op.

[zenoosh 112]

there are several post-op diets floating around. What I've heard the most, is stick with liquids until you feel like your sleeve can take more. Then go full liquids (shakes, puddings, lowfat cream Soups, no sugar added applesauce, Jello, Popsicles, strained soups, blended bean soups ( or very cooked..like super soft )....etc. The other thing I've heard is when you try new things, try them one at a time so you know what works and what does not...i also read that many people did not like their docs post op meal plan, so they searched this forum, and found a ton of others! Main thing is, go slowly, dont even try stuff you know is wrong, and just try to get in Protein, fluids and vitamins! Im getting things in advance so I have several options post-op. Im also trying to gather samples from online companies and health food stores...

Good luck, and keep us posted... Rock that new sleeve :-) <3

[Readytolose2012 88]

Preop girls ... I received the samer preop diet plans as you but when I was released from the hospital I got a different one. You'll see. I am going to do what zenoosh said and carefully try new things. I had half a Protein Shake this morning and it went down easy

[zenoosh 112]

Yay! Im so happy you're doing well... Thanks so much for posting your experience. Much appreciated <3

[sleeved080212 46]

I too was sleeved by Dr. Garcia on August 2nd and I too was confused with the instructions about each phase. I came across this link when I got home and used their program which has a lot more detail. The site also has a lot of great info. http://www.cornellweightlosssurgery.org/wei_los_faq/

[jh5497 105]

I am one week post op with Dr Garcia, I am supposed to start full liquids tomorrow. I received more than one diet plan and I am confused. What did you add in for full liquids at week 2?

That confused me as well, and even now in my 5th week, I still don't know. My sleeve is tough and has been ok with everything I've given it. I used what Dr G. gave me in the hospital because it allowed for more! Haha!! It is taken directly from the Cornell Weight Loss Surgery Program if you google it. Honestly, use your best judgement and I think you'll be fine.

[Readytolose2012 88]

I agree, take it slow and easy adding a few things as you go.