Description
The bariatric nutrition manual toolkit is packed with client education.
Includes:
- Bariatric Meal Planner (PDF)
- Bariatric Nutrition Manual (PDF)
The Building Blocks of a Balanced Diet – client education
Protein – bariatric serving size, protein sources, protein supplements chart, food list
Non-starchy vegetables
Fruit
Fat
Starch
Refined CHO
Sugar, Sweeteners, & Sugar Alcohols
Bariatric Plate Method
Bariatric Meal Pattern Example – # of servings per day of each food group and meal breakdown
Cooking Basics – tips & tricks
Hydration/ Caffeine
Supplementation for each procedure – Bypass, Sleeve, DS
Bariatric Supplement Brands – table with RD recommendations within each brand to meet minimal clinical dosage per ASMBS guidelines
Potential nutritional implications per procedure - Pre/Post Op Bariatric Diet Progression Protocols & Timeline – w/ nutritional guidelines and reminders
Timeline of diet progression tracker – the client will input custom dates depending on their surgery date.
Pre-Op diet protocol
Clear Liquid protocol
Modified Full Liquid protocol
Pureed protocol
Soft, high-protein food protocol
Bariatric regular diet protocol
Snack ideas
Key nutritional guidelines to remember checklist
Common nutrition FAQ - Bariatric Meal Planner (PDF): Bariatric Meal Pattern w/ estimated portion sizes
Example meal, fluid, and supplement intake schedule
Blank Meal Pattern Template - Additional Resources
Potential problems and suggested solutions
Tips to Pace Yourself
Tips when hitting a weight loss plateau
Where to buy supplements
How to read a nutrition label
Helpful websites and apps - Trackers
Nutrition appointment reminders
GOAL worksheet
Lifestyle bariatric guidelines tracker
Blank Meal Pattern Template
Weight trackers
Food journals – daily, weekly, and chart form