Puget Sound Surgical Center - LAP-BAND System FAQ part 4 - Seattle Weight Loss Surgery and Bariatric Experts


	LAP-BAND® FAQ part 4 Q: What about alcohol? A: Alcohol has a high number of calories. It also breaks down vitamins. An occasional glass of wine or other alcoholic beverage, though, is not considered harmful to weight loss1. Q: Can I eat anything in moderation? A: After your stomach has healed, you may eat most foods that don’t cause you discomfort. However, because you can only eat a little it is important to include foods full of important vitamins and nutrients such as those recommended in the nutrition section of this booklet and as advised by your surgeon and/or dietitian. If you eat foods that contain lots of sugar and fat or drink liquids full of “empty” calories, such as milkshakes, the effect of the LAP-BAND may be greatly reduced or cancelled. Q: Will I suffer from constipation? A: There may be some reduction in the volume of your stools, which is normal after a decrease in food intake because you eat less fiber. This should not cause you severe problems. If difficulties do arise, let us know as soon as possible. One final point: It is important that you ask us all the questions you have about obesity surgery and the LAP-BAND System. Call Toll Free for an appointment today 1-877- LIV-AGAIN (548-2424)

Q: What about alcohol?
A: Alcohol has a high number of calories. It also breaks down vitamins. An occasional glass of wine or other alcoholic beverage, though, is not considered harmful to weight loss1.

Q: Can I eat anything in moderation?
A: After your stomach has healed, you may eat most foods that don’t cause you discomfort. However, because you can only eat a little it is important to include foods full of important vitamins and nutrients such as those recommended in the nutrition section of this booklet and as advised by your surgeon and/or dietitian. If you eat foods that contain lots of sugar and fat or drink liquids full of “empty” calories, such as milkshakes, the effect of the LAP-BAND may be greatly reduced or cancelled.

Q: Will I suffer from constipation?
A: There may be some reduction in the volume of your stools, which is normal after a decrease in food intake because you eat less fiber. This should not cause you severe problems. If difficulties do arise, let us know as soon as possible.

One final point:
It is important that you ask us all the questions you have about obesity surgery and the LAP-BAND System.

Call Toll Free for an appointment today 1-877- LIV-AGAIN (548-2424)

LAP-BAND® FAQ part 4