Having Trouble With Liquids

[hubmacfan 17]

It's day 6 out of 14 for the pre-op diet, and this is the roughest yet. I was able to get most of one pre-made shake down, but that's all for the day. Even Water is making me gag, and I love Water.

I take that back. I have had a little Jello.

I thought the rough part was over, but now it seems the lack of variety is really getting to me. I start gagging just at the thought of a shake, water, or any other liquid.

[wildrose1966 396]

You are almost half way through, congratulations. Try lots of ice, blended, maybe add some sugar free flavors, Decaf instant coffee...........drink through a straw (if the Protein smell gets to you). Keep busy, go for walks, get that Water down. You are doing great.

[lmgarza 33]

Wow is your doctor allowing you 1 meal a day? I at least was allowed one Protein and veggie per day. I know what your Gojng through I just got banded on 9/18. I had my breakdown moment post-op but, now I'm on solids and mushy's so im a much happier person now.

[SashaWLS 412]

Good luck to you! I hated every single Protein Shake there was except for the GNC Lean shake (only in chocolate) because it tastes like a Yoohoo... But it's worth trying to find something you like because while this phase is only 14 days, you'll have to return to these shakes after the band, and every time you get a fill... But there must be SOMETHING out there you'll like! Just need to find it.

[meganm86 2]

Today is my first day on pre op diet. My surgeon has me eating medifast meals for 2wks and i hate every bit of it

[wildrose1966 396]

Today is my first day on pre op diet. My surgeon has me eating medifast meals for 2wks and i hate every bit of it

Keep your eye on the prize. I did liquids only for 2 weeks.........it was hard, but prepares you for post op.

[meganm86 2]

Keep your eye on the prize. I did liquids only for 2 weeks.........it was hard, but prepares you for post op.

I'm trying my best and today is better! Thank goodness. Only 12 more days lol

[ShellyBellyIowa 78]

I agree! So far, the shakes are not good. I have resulted to not trying to enjoy them and sometime plugging my nose and just drinking it quickly. I don't think they are meant to enjoy:( I figure we can do anything for 4 weeks, right:)?

[wildrose1966 396]

I agree! So far, the shakes are not good. I have resulted to not trying to enjoy them and sometime plugging my nose and just drinking it quickly. I don't think they are meant to enjoy:( I figure we can do anything for 4 weeks, right:)?

Ice cold blended, drink them thru a straw to get away from the smell and add some flavoring. SF syrups or Decaf instant coffee.