Bariatric Diet

The Bariatric Diet Support Plan

This specialized 7-day meal plan is designed to support you through the critical "soft foods" stage of your post-bariatric journey, bridging the gap between pureed meals and solid foods. By focusing on soft textures like tender meats, cooked vegetables, and eggs, this plan prioritizes digestion and comfort while meeting your evolving nutritional needs. It is naturally gluten-free and soy-free, minimizing potential irritants as your system heals and adjusts. Your PlexusDx genetic report complements this approach by highlighting genes such as MC4R and FTO, which play key roles in regulating appetite and fullness signals—cues that are essential to relearning satiety after surgery. Additionally, insights into genes like FABP2 and ADIPOQ can help you understand your unique metabolic responses to dietary fats and inflammation, empowering you to make choices that support long-term weight maintenance and metabolic health.

The foundation of this program is built on clinical guidelines that prioritize healing, muscle retention, and sustainable weight loss. It carefully balances a reduction in calories with high nutrient density to prevent deficiencies common after bariatric procedures. The evidence-backed recommendations included in your plan focus on:

• High-Quality Protein: A daily target of 60 to 90 grams from soft meats, yogurt, and eggs to preserve lean muscle mass and accelerate healing.
• Gradual Texture Progression: A safe transition from pureed to soft solids, introducing one solid meal daily before progressing to two or three as tolerated.
• Frequent, Small Meals: A regimen of six small meals and snacks totaling 800–1,000 calories to manage portion sizes without stretching the stomach.
• Controlled Fat Intake: Limiting total fat to less than 30% of daily calories to improve tolerance and absorption, focusing on anti-inflammatory omega-3s and omega-9s.
• Complex Carbohydrates: Prioritizing slow-digesting options like oats and soft fruits to maintain stable blood sugar levels and prevent hypoglycemia.

To start using this plan, click the button below to access your fully customizable PlexusDx meal planning tool. If you need to adjust a recipe to better fit your texture tolerance or taste preferences, follow this simple "Swap" flow:

1. Locate the meal you wish to change on your dashboard.
2. Click the three dots next to the recipe name.
3. Select "Swap recipe" from the menu options.
4. Choose "Swap" for a single meal change or "Swap all" to replace it for the whole week.
5. Keep clicking "Swap" to browse alternatives that match your specific criteria, such as soft textures, gluten-free, or dairy-free options.

PlexusDx provides educational information about genetic predispositions only. This content is not medical advice. Always discuss genetic findings, test results, symptoms, and treatment decisions with your healthcare provider or an allergist to determine appropriate care for your situation.