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If you did not get it yet...things that got me thru clear liq stage: Swansons beef and chicken broth 50% less sosium, no MSG Crystal light. I like the iced tea, lemonade and fruit punch. Mojito nasty. sugar free popsicles Sugar free Jello citrus flavors Apple jice, no more than 3-4 ounces a day, no sugar added. I diluted with a little Water. I then added Protein shakes, 100% whey Pure Protein brand at Target, 2lbs powder, only $20. Like choc the best, then vanilla. Also have the Lean powder from Smother King in vanilla, tastes like cake batter. I alternate. I initially started with Boost High Protein choc pre prepared in bottle bc not as thick, less air, then after 2 days, started making my own. Next added V-8, liquid Danactive Finally week 3, 2 tbl spoons of hummus once a day It was helpful to have cups from 1-4 ounce in size. I continue to use them so I sip and do not gulp. Use a teacup for my broth. Good luck! Very excited for you.

If you are ready mentally and have your post op supplies, please try to focus on the future. No sense in stressing yourself out. The procedure is so routine now and if you follow post up care instructions, you should be fine. Think of all the positive things just around the corner. I am a big baby and wad not that nervous. Once they start the IV, your cares go out the wondow. They give you meds for pain and nausea. I wish you a successful procedure as mine was. One night of pain...just push the putton!

Excited? Ready? Best of luck. You should be fine. I am just past 3 weeks. All going well, down at least 15. My surgeon said to expe t 1/2 lb a day but I do not weigh daily.

How exciting for you! Mental and physical preparation a must!