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Week 1: Day 3-7
Consume liquid only, aiming for 64 to 84 ounces daily.
Portion Size
Liquids: 64 oz-84 oz daily
Examples of what to include in the liquid diet
Plain water
Infused Water
Juice
Electrolyte Enriched Beverages
Pedialyte
Bouillon
Broth
Popsicles Sugar Free
Jello Sugar Free
Batash Pro Shake
Commercial Protein Drink
Tips
Plain water is best but not enough if you are dehydrated.
You must hydrate with juices, electrolyte enriched beverages. Drinking and hydrating enough will help you recover faster.
If you feel dizzy, fatigued, have headache, nauseous, and your mouth feels dry drink Gatorade, Pedialyte, Apple Juice, Cranberry Juice.
Your beverages have to contain sugar and/or sodium and other electrolytes.
Batash Pro Shake or other Protein Drink is good when you feel hungry.
Drink slowly, about 6oz every hour. Drinking fast might cause abdominal discomfort.
Support
If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to contact us at (917) 540-0851.
Our team is here to support you and will respond during business hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 9 AM – 7 PM
- Friday: 9 AM – 4 PM
Messages sent after hours will be answered on the next business day.
Week 2: Day 8-14
During this phase, stick to soft foods with portion sizes of 8 to 10 ounces per meal. Continue to stay well-hydrated by drinking at least 64 ounces of fluids daily.
Portion Size
Liquids: 64 oz or more daily
Soft food: 8 oz-10 oz daily
Examples of what to include
Broth Based Soups with Veggies & Shredded Chicken
Salmon, Canned Tuna, Canned Salmon, Soft Boiled Eggs,
Cottage Cheese, Shredded Chicken Meat
Cottage Cheese, Shredded Chicken Meat
Soft, Fully Cooked Veggies
Oatmeal with Berries
Bananas
Canned Fruits in Light Syrup No Sugar Added
½ of Fully Cooked, Plain White or Sweet Potatoes Mashed
with the Fork or Masher.
with the Fork or Masher.
Fully Cooked Beans
Well Cooked (until soft) Plain Rice, White/Basmati/Brown
Tips
Soft Food should not exceed 10oz.
Food must be soft. Food should be soft enough so you can mash it with fork or thinly shredded.
Don’t eat if you are not hungry. But you may choose to eat three scheduled meals a day if that is what you prefer.
While we don’t advise snacking, healthy snack like 4oz of protein drink with spoon of peanut butter, or 4oz of cottage cheese with soft canned fruit may be consumed if necessary. Snack should not exceed 4oz.
Have 8-10oz of protein drink instead of meal. Batash Pro Shake is recommended but not necessary.
Stay hydrated. Thirst & dehydration can be confused with hunger. Adjust hydration to your activity level.
Soft food should not be hard to bite into. Hard fruits, veggies and steak are examples of hard foods.
Support
If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to contact us at (917) 540-0851.
Our team is here to support you and will respond during business hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 9 AM – 7 PM
- Friday: 9 AM – 4 PM
Messages sent after hours will be answered on the next business day.
Week 3: Day 15
Recommended portion sizes are 10 to 12 ounces per meal. Continue drinking at least 64 ounces of fluids daily. All foods are allowed - Control is king.
Portion Size
Liquids: 64 oz or more daily
Food: 10 oz-12 oz daily
Examples of what to include
Chicken White or Dark Meat
Salmon, Tuna
White Fish
Burger Patty
Lean Deli Meats
Eggs
Lentils, Beans
Spinach, Kale
Cucumber
Carrots
Broccoli
Tomatoes
Zucchini
Squash
Peas
Quinoa
Plain potatoes
Plain rice
Ziti, Penne (occasionally)
Tips
Food portion should not exceed 12oz at any given meal.
We recommend eating only when hungry and stop when satisfied. You should not feel full. Some people prefer 3 scheduled meals.
If you are hungry try listening to favorite music, go for a walk, brush your teeth, take shower, or meditate.
Food scale is the most reliable way of measuring food, but you can use portion containers and measuring cups.
Try eating with non-dominant hand to eat slower and to be more mindful.
Replace meal with protein drink if in a rush or no healthy options are available.
Dehydration may feel like hunger. Hydrate adequately with plain water, or water with the splash of your favorite juice.
Batash Pro Shake Recipe:
- Two Scoops (or packets) of Vanilla or Chocolate Powder
- 6-80z of milk of your choice. Almond, Lactose Free, Skim, Oat or Hemp Milk.
- 4 cubes of ice
- Combine everything in an electric blender and blend for a minute.
Liquid diet
We recommend avoiding liquid calories. They add up easily especially when drinking high calorie beverages. Any type of juice or smoothie usually contains a lot of calories, despite being “natural” or “no sugar added.” However good quality, low sugar protein drink can be a good meal replacement if necessary.
You can include protein shakes in your diet after the balloon placement and endoscopic sleeve. Protein shakes can be a great way to meet your protein needs, especially as you adjust to your regular diet. They are easy to digest and can be particularly useful if you find it challenging to consume enough protein through solid foods.
Just make sure to choose shakes that are low in sugar and high in protein. Also, consider the timing of your shakes; avoid drinking them close to mealtimes to prevent feeling too full.
Alcohol, especially mixed drinks can be very high in calories. Skip those margaritas & pina coladas. Wine has calories, but you can occasionally have a glass. Glass is usually only 150-200 calories. Try to eat solid food that you need to chew. High volume/fiber rich foods that have a lot of texture are very satisfying.
It is okay to drink diet soda. Water is best but if you are going for the soda, go with the diet option.
Tips & Tricks
Only order appetizers, never the main dish. Start your meal with broth-based soup and small salad.
Eat only half of sandwich.
Replace your meal with protein drink if you don’t have any good food choices or don’t have time for a meal.
Take picture of your plate and keep photo journal. If not sure regarding your food choice or size of your meal, text us a picture at 917 540 0851 and we will help you to make the right choice.
Get adequate sleep and start your day with 8oz glass of water.
Weight yourself every day at the same time. Keep log of your weight.
If you have sweet cravings have some vitamin C enriched beverage or eat something that is sour.
Avoid fried and high fat foods. It doesn’t mean that you should never eat that fried chicken sandwich you love. Occasionally you can eat anything you want. All you need to do is to watch portions.
Avoid excessive amounts of so-called healthy foods, highly refined, processed, and calorie dense food. Examples of calorie dense food are avocado, cheese, nuts, dry fruits.
Avoid excessive amounts of condiments such as butter, crème cheese, vegetable/sunflower oils, crème dressings.
Avoid excessive amounts of condiments such as butter, crème cheese, vegetable/sunflower oils, crème dressings.
Avoid excessive number of sweets. Enjoy your favorite dessert occasionally but use “three bite rule.” Make three bites and stop after 3 bites.
Exercise
While exercise has numerous benefits it is not the best way to shed extra weight. Stay active but overdoing it in a gym might work against you. Moderate activity such as walking and weight bearing exercises are the best choices for most people.
Support
If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to contact us at (917) 540-0851.
Our team is here to support you and will respond during business hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 9 AM – 7 PM
- Friday: 9 AM – 4 PM
Messages sent after hours will be answered on the next business day.
