This may be a stupid question, but I'm having a really hard time understanding the difference between all of the food stages. I'm not banded yet, so I don't have my instructions from the surgeon. Maybe after I have my pre-op nutrition class I will understand more.

I read a lot of posts from people saying they are on Clear liquids but they are allowed to drink protien drinks. A protien drink doesn't sound like a clear liquid to me. Or their on full liquids but are allowed to eat cottage cheese or yogurt, or something like that. Or someone will say they are on liquids for x amount of days. Is that clear or full or both?

Can someone explain the difference between:

a clear liquid and a full liquid?

A full liquid and pureed food?

Pureed food and mushies?

Mushies and soft foods?

They seem to overlap somewhat.

I would just like to fully understand what the different stages are so I know what to eat and what not to eat when the time comes. I've been reading all of the posts about how important it is to stick to the pre-op diet and I want to make sure that I do.

Thanks,

PS

see if the FAQ answers some of your questions. link below. your doctor should also explain these in detail and give you guidelines when you should start each stage.

Lap Band Talk Forum - The largest forum for Lap Band Surgery Discussion and Lap Band Surgery Support - FAQ: Post-operative concerns - First weeks as a "Bandster"

Thanks Losingjusme.