Bariatric Surgery Products
North Star carries a complete line of products designed for post-bariatric surgery patients. OPTISOURCE is a high protein shake, along with nutritional bars and vitamins, designed to meet your nutritional needs after surgery.
- Small portion sizes: When you consume only 1-2 oz. at a time immediately after surgery, a supplement that is packaged in small containers can eliminate waste and help you avoid overeating. OPTISOURCE High Protein Drink and Mini Nutritional Bars are both available in single serving sizes.
- High Protein: A goal of at least 60 g of protein/day is typically part of the post bariatric surgery diet recommendation. Consuming nutritional products that are fortified with extra protein can help you meet your protein needs while consuming smaller amounts of foods/liquids. OPTISOURCE High Protein Drink has 12 g protein per 4 oz. serving and Resource Beneprotein Instant Protein Powder has 6 g protein per scoop. When your diet is advanced to solid foods, the OPTISOURCE Mini Nutrition Bar, containing 7 g protein per single serving, is another good source of protein.
- Vitamin and Mineral Fortified: Your healthcare practitioner will likely recommend you use a chewable or liquid vitamin/mineral supplements for the rest of your life. OPTISOURCE Chewable Vitamin And Mineral Supplement provides at least 100% of the recommended daily intake for 23 vitamins and minerals including calcium. It also provides additional amounts of vitamin A, vitamin B12, iron, and folate. Extra amounts of these nutrients are commonly needed after bariatric surgery.
- Controlled Carbohydrate and Fat Content: Controlling the amount of carbohydrate in your diet helps reduce problems associated with dumping syndrome. Keeping fat intake as low as possible helps reduce stomach discomfort and is essential in helping you achieve successful weight loss. The OPTISOURCE family of products contain 2.5 - 3g of fat per serving and contain just the right amount of carbohydrates.
- Lactose Free: Choosing lactose free supplements helps to reduce problems with lactose intolerance after surgery.
- Great Taste: Let's face it - most people don't like taking supplements that taste bad. The OPTISOURCE products have been formulated to taste great and meet your special nutrient needs after bariatric surgery.
To place an order for OPTISOURCE products, please click here to see the items directly or click on On-line OPTIFAST ordering.
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