What is the Stage 5 Bariatric Diet? A Guide to Lifelong Eating
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After bariatric surgery, patients follow a carefully structured dietary plan to allow for healing and adaptation, with the final phase being the Stage 5 bariatric diet. Many reach this stage around two to three months post-operation, transitioning from soft and pureed foods to a regular, healthy diet. This permanent diet emphasizes mindful eating, high protein intake, and strategic nutritional choices to support lifelong health and weight management.