Eating a balanced and healthy diet is crucial before weight loss surgery, and one of the simplest ways to effectively alter your eating habits is to follow a pre-bariatric surgery diet meal plan.
Your bariatric surgery provider should provide you with a detailed plan to follow between two days to eight weeks before your surgery date. But you can certainly start adapting your diet before receiving your pre-bariatric surgery diet plan, so you can start losing weight and get used to new healthy eating habits to prepare you for your post-op bariatric nutrition plan.
Following set meal plans ensures you incorporate a variety of protein-rich foods, healthy fats, and vegetables into your diet. At Be Slim Bariatrics (BSB), we understand that creating meal plans can be challenging, so we’ve got you covered with some examples. So why not try our delicious pre-bariatric surgery diet meal plan options and begin your weight loss journey today?
Top suggestions for sticking to a pre-bariatric surgery diet meal plan:
- Only have a maximum of one to two snacks between meals each day.
- Consume meals slowly, sitting down and without distractions.
- Chew each bite completely before swallowing
- Drink one glass of water an hour before bed to help prevent dehydration, which can make you feel hungry.
Pre-bariatric Surgery Diet Daily Meal Plan Options
(provides approximately 1200 calories per day)
| Meal | Option 1 | Option 2 | Choose one snack (between meals) |
| Breakfast | One slice of whole grain toast with one scrambled egg — cook in a non-stick pan with a tbsp of olive oil. | One cup of oats or bran flakes with 4 oz skimmed milk and half a banana. | Six oz. container of Greek yogurt (less than 140 calories) with 1/2 cup mixed berries. |
| Lunch | Four oz. turkey hamburger patty with a wholemeal sandwich bun and one tbsp of low-sugar ketchup —plus a cup of green salad with two tbsp of low-calorie salad dressing. | One wholemeal pitta bread, 1/2 cup of low-fat tomato sauce, 1/4 cup of shredded, part-skimmed mozzarella, and 1/4 cup of cooked spinach.
Cook in a toaster oven or under a grill until the cheese melts. |
One cup of raw vegetables (carrots, broccoli, cauliflower) with one tbsp of low-fat dip. |
| Dinner | One cup of green beans and mushrooms (can be raw or steamed), two cups of quinoa or brown rice. Serve with four oz grilled salmon, chicken, or firm tofu cut in cubes, flavored with soy sauce, chili, and/or garlic powder. | Two cups of mixed green salad (can add peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers), 1/2 a can of tuna in water, or three oz of sliced turkey or cubed tofu (grilled) with two tbsp of low-calorie salad dressing. | Berry smoothie —Mix one cup of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries with one cup of unsweetened almond milk and 1 tbsp chia seeds. Sweeten with a tsp of stevia. |
If you are planning on having weight loss surgery and want to incorporate more meal planning options just fill out our health questionnaire at no charge to find out whether bariatric surgery is a good fit for you. Upon scheduling we will ensure you have more meal planning options to fit your needs.
Our team arranges your travel and accommodation. We also work with state-of-the-art hospitals staffed by board-certified surgeons to make bariatric surgery in Mexico safe, secure, and cost-effective.
Bariatric surgery with BSB is safe and economical. We also offer financing options for all types of weight reduction surgery to give everyone a chance to transform their lives. So, take your first step towards a better quality of life today.
