1. Lap Band Shopping List Proteins: chicken breast chicken legs/ thighs
ground turkey breast
fish
lean ground beef (93% lean, 7% fat)
sliced turkey/chicken*
canned tuna*
eggs
egg beaters
veggie burgers/meat substitutes (frozen section)
Fruits: Buy 2-4 each week, any that you like.
fresh
Canned- no added sugar
Frozen
Starchy foods:
corn, field peas, black eyed peas, green peas, lima beans, potatoes, sweet potatoes, beans (all). Remember these foods should be eaten in very small portions.
Vegetables: Buy 2-4 each week, any that you like.
fresh
canned*- No added salt
frozen
Light sauce
<300 mg sodium
Convenience Foods:
frozen vegetables (no sauce)
No added salt canned vegetables
No added sugar/ Light fruit cups
applesauce
Grains:
100% whole wheat tortillas
100% whole wheat sandwich /bagel thins
100% whole wheat english muffins
Dairy:
1% or skim milk
Fat free yogurt
reduced fat shredded cheese*
reduced fat string cheese*
reduced fat sliced cheese*
Herbs:
garlic or onion powder
cilantro
Oregano
Parsley
garlic
cumin
and so many more! Explore new herbs and seasonings to add variety and flavor to your foods. Just remember to choose items that’s are lower in sodium (<200mg)
Condiments:
low fat mayo
low fat salad dressing
mustard
salsa
hot sauce
Beverages:
crystal light
Powerade ZERO
Unsweet tea
* Food may be high in sodium, if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or kidney disease, choose low sodium options.

2. Sources: www.choosemyplate.gov
Getting tired of your fruits and veggies routine? Try something NEW to add variety!
Fruits
Vegetables
apples, apricots, bananas, blueberries, cherries, cantaloupe, grapes, grapefruit, kiwi, lemons, limes, mango, nectarine, oranges, peaches, plums, pears, papaya, pineapple, raspberries, strawberries, tangerines, watermelon
artichokes, asparagus, green beans, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, cucumbers, eggplant, greens, green onions, kohlrabi, leeks, mushrooms, okra, pea pods, peppers, radishes, rutabaga, salad greens, spinach, tomatoes, turnips, water chestnuts, wax beans, zucchini
Why eat fruits and vegetables?
Fruits and veggies are an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Eating fruits and vegetables can decrease risk of certain diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Fiber from fruits and vegetables improve blood glucose levels, improve cholesterol, promotes proper digestion, and provides a feeling of fullness.
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