Nutrition

Nutrition Counseling at UVA

Nutrition counseling is a crucial part of the weight-loss surgery process. We'll help you before and after the procedure to:

• Make sure your eating habits match diet guidelines for successful and healthy weight loss
• Set and achieve realistic goals

Working With You on Your Weight-Loss Journey

During the weight-loss process and after surgery (either gastric bypass or gastric band), our registered dietitians work with you one-on-one to help you:

• Select and prepare foods to meet your specific diet requirements
• Choose foods that are low in fat and sugar
• Set meal patterns that contain the right amount of protein
• Meet your needed fluid requirements
• Include fruits, vegetables and whole grains in your diet
• Take vitamins daily
• Manage portions
• Exercise regularly
• Practice positive eating