Clear liquid diet...SUCKS!!!

[Fluffy_Gurl 3]

So im on day one of the required 3 day clear liquid diet. Its awful...i have a horrible headache..that I cant take anything for...I have heartburn...from Jello and broth??wth? I started my TOM today, and have had loose bm....and still have to cook for my family while im starving..

Did anyone else do the 3 day clears before surgery? Any survival tips? does it get better?

I know its worth it but...just needed to vent!

[topazz 4]

Oh Fluff, hang in there!! You can do this!! Just think of the road ahead of you and how it will all pay off! I'm sorry you're having a rough time, but you did day 1, so you are on your way! Good luck with your banding!!

[kerry1979 0]

My surgery is the same day and I only have to do 1 day pre-op of Clear Liquids tomorrow. So not looking forward to it! Did you try a cup of tea or black coffee? I know some doctors tell you no caffiene but mine said I didn't drink alot so I would be okay. The caffiene would help with the headache. Hope that helps!

[rockstar 0]

I'm on day 7 of a clear liquid diet. You don't have to do it as long as me ... but day 3 and 4 were really not that bad. It helped to be working and away from the house where all the good food was. :]

[nomorejellybelly 77]

I was banded 4 1/2 weeks ago. The liquid diet wasn't too bad for me, but the first day or two were the worst. I took a Protein supplement suggested by TrueResults and my surgeon, called Protein Bullet. They have 42 grams of protein. The protein helped me not feel hungry, although I did crave alot of foods. I think there were 12 of the little bottles in the box and it cost $36 (I believe). A little pricey on my budget and they don't taste that great, but they really helped me. So, maybe you can try a supplement really high in protein. Good Luck to you.

P.S. I did lose at least 5 lbs on the liquid diet.

[tabatha lynn 0]

Hang in there girl!! I am down to the last 4 days of my 16 day liquid diet.. The first couple days were really hard. Now that I am down to the last week its really not that bad. I am to be banded this Fri. the 15th.. You can do it!! Really try to get your mind off of food. I know the first couple days I thought about food all the time. I just try to keep busy. I too have to cook for my family and that was rough.. Good thing is I am down 12 pounds.. YaY!!

[topazz 4]

Fluff, how are you today????

[hunnybee 0]

Ok do I have this right.. After the surgery I have to go on liquids for TWO WEEKS :thumbup: OMG i will starve.. are you hungry during this phase? I can imagine that after the surgery you dont feel like eating for some time but I dont know if I'd last that long on liquids :laugh:

[Fluffy_Gurl 3]

So, today is day three of my clear liquids and tom. is surgery!!! YAY! I survived! no cheating! Yay again...and let me tell you that the first day was the worst..today much better..not really that hungry but am having heart burn..i will say that i hate Jello. I had alittle bit yesterday but none today. so here's to a sucessful wonderful surgery!!!!

[tabatha lynn 0]

Congrats!!! Let us know how the surgery went!! Cant wait to hear of the great success you will have..

[Fluffy_Gurl 3]

surgery went great. recovering. in pain but would do it again for sure!

[BetsyB 9]

It does suck--you're right. But it's time-limited--and for a good cause.

You'll get through it. It is hard, but worth it.

[Yetta2u 3]

Congratulations, cant wait to hear your success story..

[tabatha lynn 0]

:thumbup:YaY!!!! Glad to hear that you are doing good. I know there is some pain that comes with it. Real encouraging to hear you say that you would do again... Keep us posted!! Congratulations to your new journey.. 2 more days until mine begins...FRIDAY,, FRIDAY... Woo Hoo...

[rosstheboss 21]

A word about post-op. follow the dr directions, this is the time you can loose lots of weight. When you get to the non clear foods try Egg Drop Soup, lots of protiene. Also

I was not really that hungry those first few weeks it was more head hunger and having that feeling that I would never be able to eat again. I wish I had someone wispering in my ear: { You will be able to eat } So just take your time and follow the path, do not push real foods too soon, you will get to them eventually so take your time.