Bariatric education

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Tips:

Sip fluids throughout the day

Drink fluids between meals

Drink 32oz of non-carbonated beverages

16oz of the 32oz should be water

Caffeinated beverages should be limited

to 4oz/day

Drink only sugar free or <15 calories

Do not use a straw to avoid extra air in

stomach

Fruit juice should be limited to 4oz/day

Vary the temperature

Suck on ice

Avoid alcohol

Avoid carbonation (including beer and

sparkling water)

Fluids:

Drinking fluids with meals may cause discomfort such as: bloating, nausea, and vomiting.

Fluids may also fill your stomach pouch and ruin your appetite for your meal. Avoid gulping and follow instructions for drinking fluids before and after meals.

Water is essential for normal body functions and prevention of dehydration and constipation.

Remember :

Do not drink liquids 30 minutes before meals

Remember:

Do not drink liquids 45 minutes after meals

Remember:

Drink a lot of liquids between meals

Hydration

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Bariatric education

By Andrea Porter

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