Nutrition for Gastric Band Wearers: A Practical Handbook

If you currently have a gastric band or are thinking about having one fitted or removed, this book should be on your 'must read' list. Full of useful and practical advice, questionnaires, hints and tips to not only maximise your weight-loss but also your overall long-term health. Each chapter is clearly written, based on science but highly readable, and is summarised so you have a clear vision of what is relevant to you, your weight and your health. Chapters 1-4 discuss the band, health, and common issues that may contribute to weight-gain or prevent weight-loss. Pregnancy and contraception with a band is also covered in detail. Common signs and symptoms of nutrient deficiencies are given and questionnaires are included throughout to help you decide if further investigations may be warranted. Chapters 5-10 focus on the gastric band diet, eating and recipes. Clear eating guidelines are given along with sample weekly meal plans for each phase after having a gastric band fitted. Over 45 recipes are included to support your long-term weight goals and health. Finally checklists are included so you can more easily monitor your own health, wellbeing and nutrient status in the years following band insertion. Stomach capacity is limited so every mouthful needs to nourish.

Author: Claudia Williamson

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Publication Date: Aug 11, 2015

Number of Pages: 276 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: 1516841158

ISBN-13: 9781516841158