Bariatric Nutrition Essentials:
Healthy Living after Surgery
Sally Johnston
Copyright © 2011 Sally Johnston
Medical disclaimer: The information in this book is intended for use as a general reference. It is provided on the understanding that it is intended to motivate and educate but is not a replacement for professional advice. It does not constitute advice of a health care professional on any specific health issue/condition. For specific dietary advice tailored to your individual needs consult an Accredited Practising Dietitian (Australia) or a Registered Dietician (USA). The author accepts no responsibility for any failure to seek or follow the advice of a healthcare professional and will not be liable for such failure. Every effort has been made to incorporate correct information and attribute copyright. No responsibility is taken for errors or omission.
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2011-12-11
Acknowledgements
- Regan Birrell Graphic Design
- Rob Paglia ladolcevitaevents.com.au
- Daniel Trimboli www.trimphotography.net
- Robyn McKean and Judy, Chris and Alastair Johnston for editing, proof reading and support
- The team at Adelaide Obesity Surgery for their ongoing enthusiasm and support: Mr Justin Bessell, Dr Helen Patroney, Dr Teresa Girolamo, Chris Thompson, Sara Slayman
- Sharaze Pentland, Tiffany Cowling and Carin Black for recipe suggestions
- Sarah‐Jane Smith for her kitchen accessories.
Foreword
Good health and great food ‐ this is something everybody wants. But the quest for good health is unfortunately all too commonly taken over by dieting; a predominantly commercial enterprise, which promises much, but rarely delivers. The enjoyment of good food then becomes a distant memory for many people. Sally Johnston’s publications are as refreshing as they are original, and they rejoice in their ability to provide good food to those who are planning a long‐term commitment to their own health. These books, replete with beautiful color photography and succinct recipes are a façade for the degree of detail and wealth of research that has gone into making the dishes a foundation for healthy eating. I can truly say that these volumes are a labour of love for Sally and this more than anything, shines through. Sally Johnston is impeccably credentialed and widely experienced, and I have complete trust in the advice she can deliver. Enjoy this book, enjoy your health and bon appétit!
Dr. Justin Bessell
MBBS, MD, FRACS
General and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeon
About the Author: Sally Johnston
Dietician & Nutritionist
Sally has a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) and a Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, qualifying her as dietician and nutritionist. Sally is a published author in Australia and developed this ebook series to spread the word internationally that food can still be enjoyable and tasty after weight loss surgery.
Sally has extensive experience in counseling those undergoing bariatric surgery, providing diet consultations at one of Australia’s premier holistic, multidisciplinary obesity management clinics.
Connect with Sally:
Twitter: www.twitter.com/YBDietitian
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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sallymjohnston
Web (Australia): www.yourbariatricdietitian.com.au
Web (International): www.bariatricnutritionessentials.com
Contributor: Sharon Dredge
Passionate Cook with a Gastric Band
Sharon has a certificate in Food and Community Services, qualifying her as a ‘diet cook’–the link between a cook and a dietician. This provided her with knowledge of food, nutrition, cooking, food preparation and menu planning for people with a range of dietary requirements.
Sharon first met Sally as a client. Having battled with her weight since she was a child and now a mother of four not wanting her life cut short, Sharon made the decision to undergo bariatric surgery. At her consultation with Sally her knowledge of food, nutrition and recipe modification became apparent. Sharon was then consulted on improving the recipes that Sally had been developing; increasing the fibre and protein content, texture modification, enhancing flavours and ensuring the methods were clear and easy to follow.
Sharon was keen to be involved, putting her love of food, nutrition and recipe modification to work. The bonus for Sharon was that she tested the recipes, which helped her overcome her fear of being ‘stuck’ on a fluid diet for two weeks following her own surgery. Her fears were quickly resolved, becoming excited about the ‘fluid diet’, knowing how delicious the recipes are.
Sharon’s favourite recipe? She really couldn’t narrow it down to one.
Welcome to the Journey
This ebook series evolved from years of patients asking if there were recipe books available for people following bariatric surgery, or if I had recipes to recommend. When I took the plunge and began writing, the client support was overwhelming.
However, anybody can write a recipe book. There are thousands on the market, even some aimed at those who have had bariatric surgery. So how is this series different? This series combines appetizing, healthy and simple recipes, the knowledge of a dietitian and many of the lessons learned from working with bariatric clients over the years. Rigorous nutrition analysis has been undertaken in the development of all recipes and nutrition information is provided.
To complement the nutrition know‐how, a trained diet cook who has been through the dietary stages of bariatric surgery herself has reviewed the recipes. Her expertise on improving flavor, increasing fiber and protein, recipe variations and ensuring the methods were clear and easy to follow was invaluable.
Enjoy Bariatric Nutrition Essentials!
“It’s been life changing, the best thing I have ever done.”
– Beth, banded January 2009 –
“It is a great journey.”
– Dana, banded May 2007 –
“It’s changed my