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You're so close! Hang in there a few more days. It's not fun, but focus on your goal. The liquid part is so short in the grand scheme of things. Be strong and remember why you're doing this.

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Hang in there. I know it's tough. After the first three days, it should get a little easier. Just keep some sugar free popsicles and sugar free Jello on hand. They really helped me through this phase. The liquid diet is just one of the challenges we go through to get ready for the sleeve. I still do a liquid diet (when I stall) but only for 3-5 days. Good luck on your journey. :)

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Im on the 17th and im on my liquid diet too. Its very difficult. I never realized how many food commercials came on. I would go to the movies but just the thought of not having anything to eat there is killing me. :-(

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Im on the 17th and im on my liquid diet too. Its very difficult. I never realized how many food commercials came on. I would go to the movies but just the thought of not having anything to eat there is killing me. :-(

You may laugh at this...but I went to the library. Lol. Seriously. There are NO food smells in there to make me want food and everyone is quiet. But, I like reading and I got some research done (WLS stuff) so it worked for me. And I drank at least 2 bottles of Water before I left.

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Surgery is Friday, have been on the liquid diet for a week. I chew gum to help me get by.

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I am scheduled on the 19th too but my doctor allows a 4 oz Protein and veggies for dinner with 2 shakes for Breakfast and lunch. I really expect to have to do full liquid diet. Is this unusual? Even with that, I feel really hungry. Preoccupied with food. I have heard people call it head hunger. That seems true,lol.

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I'm having mine on the 19th as well, but only have to do the clear liquid diet with the colon cleanse on Tuesday. Thought they'd start me on liquid on Friday, but they didn't require it for me I even asked him if he was sure. LOL Anyway, good luck to you and hope you have a smooth recovery. Let us know how you're doin afterwards.

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omg I know how you feel! I cant stand the Optifast but I drink it any way. The bar is the highlight of my day!! I feel like if I was able to pick my food it would be easier!!

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Iam on day two of my full liquid diet im doing ok.. not hungry or anything no headaches drinking plenty of Water and my shakes sugar free Jello and popsicles as well as my two cups of broth per day... ataying under 700 calories though. I work nights so I sleep during the day I think this what gets me thru it. I dont really watch tv so the commercial thing doesn't get to me. However I really want a slice of buffalo chicken pizza.... ughhh lol my favorite.

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I am having surgery Dec 26 and I have been on the pre op diet since the 12th and I am having a lot of trouble with this. food is everywhere. I try to keep in mind the goal. It is tough. I know how the people on "intervention" feel about giving up their drugs now....food is my drug.

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