A 41-year-old member asked:
Female patient is on a liquid diet for three weeks and her problem is she drinks but, still feels hungry. what can she do that will help her feel full?
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Dr. John Scottanswered
Bariatrics 21 years experience
Why on a liquid diet: Certainly, some liquids will enhance fullness more than others. Protein is an important driver of "fullness." make sure that you are getting adequate protein calories to prevent malnutrition. Liquids diets should only be undertaken under the advice and care of a physician.
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Last updated Jan 9, 2014
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