Health Tip: Eating After Weight-Loss Surgery

(HealthDay News) - It's crucial to eat right after you've had bariatric or other types of weight-loss surgery.

The MetroHealth System offers these suggestions:

• Because your stomach is smaller, eat small meals regularly throughout the day instead of a few large meals.

• Eat slowly and chew thoroughly -- it may take about an hour to eat your meals.

• About 30 minutes after meals, drink fluids in small sips -- do not drink beverages with meals.

• Avoid eating sweets.