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How it Works
Normally, after eating a meal, food travels to the stomach, where it is broken
down into small pieces over one to two hours. Next, the food is moved into the
intestines where the calories and nutrients are absorbed. The AspireAssist
works by removing about 25-30% of the calories from your stomach twenty
minutes after you eat.
Stay Committed
Eliminating some of the calories you eat will lead to dramatic weight loss. The
most successful patients aspirate two to three times per day, after every major
meal. Like any weight loss program, Aspiration Therapy takes commitment! It's
not a magic bullet, but rather a tool for success. Make a plan now for when, and
where, you will fit aspiration into your daily life.
Chew, Chew, Chew!
Remember that everything you eat needs to fit through the holes in the tube.
This requires more time and patience than you might think at first, but it makes
the aspiration process much easier (and it helps you eat slowly, so you'll feel full
faster). You'll know you've chewed enough when the tube doesn't clog
frequently and you can aspirate in 5-10 minutes.
Timing Matters
The ideal time to aspirate is about twenty minutes after you finish each meal.
Aim for as close to twenty minutes as possible – consider setting an alarm to
help you remember. If you do forget, remember that aspirating an hour later is
still better than not aspirating at all!
Minimize Snacking
Initially, you may feel hungry sooner as your body adjusts to the reduced
calorie absorption. As snacks are not aspirated, it is important to minimize the
number of snacks and eat healthy low- calorie snacks such as fruit or lean
meats. Make sure you are eating meals on a regular schedule, so that you sit
down for a healthy, balanced meal when you begin to feel hungry again.
Learning Curve
At first, you may have trouble getting the aspiration flow started. Don't be
discouraged – over time, you will learn tricks to help the process. Here are a few
to try:
• Squeeze abdominal muscles
• Squeeze and release the Connector Tube while draining
• Wait a few seconds after infusing water to allow it to mix with the food.
Gently press on your stomach with your hands to help the mixing process.
• Drink a glass of water right before aspirating
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