Sweetener?
So I won't be having sugar after surgery. Is stevia an acceptable substitute? Will it cause dumping? I would rather use something natural rather then chemical sweeteners.
Referral - 12/21/12, Referral Received - 1/10/13, Orientation - 1/21/13, Met Dr. Hagen - 2/20/13, NUT, RN, SW - 3/13/13, Gastroscopy - 3/13/13, Dr. Glazer - 3/21/13, Pick-up Opti - 3/21/13, PATTS - 3/21/13, Surgery - 4/16/13
I use Stevia because I am allergic to Aspartame and Sucralose. I don't have dumping, so I can't answer whether it will cause dumping or not, but I do know that it is an acceptable substitute. It will not spike your blood sugar.
Referral to Bariatric Program at TWH: 08/09/11 Orientation at TWH: 08/17/11 Nurse Practitioner: 10/12/11
Social Worker: 12/02/11 Nutrition Class: 12/21/11 Nutrition Assessment: 01/26/12
Psycho-Social Assessment: 05/31/12 Meet Dr. Penner (TWH) 11/30/12 Pre-Admission: 12/10/12
Surgery Date: January 10, 2013
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Hi there and yes stevia is an acceptable substitute i have heard that a lot of people use that. I personally use splenda it is the only sweetner i found that liked. Everyone has to use the one they are most comfortable with. And good luck with your surgery and you will enjoy the ride. I am 13 months out and have enjoyed everyday. More energy to burn and there is not enough time in a day to burn it off lol.
Anna
