Preop Diet...

[donatelife36 27]

I am scheduled for surgery on March 27. I stated my 2 week clear liquid diet yesterday and I am starving. I need help, support, encouragement, ect.....

So how did you all survive the two weeks before surgery...I feel like this is going to be the hardest part.

[JennyBeth 127]

I'm on my 3rd day of the liquid diet and it gets easier-I'm not even hungry anymore. You can do it!

[Belama 9]

Clear liquid? I'm on my diet and after 5 days am good. Are you drinking Protein or Meal Replacements? My op is March 25. Just focus on the outcome and imagine your self thin. Just like the caterpillar that comes out a butterfly. We have a brand new start in our life. Hang in there everyone else can do it.

[donatelife36 27]

I know I can do this....glad to know that it does get easier!! Thank ya'll!!

[donatelife36 27]

JennyBeth when is your surgery scheduled for?

[JennyBeth 127]

March 20th!

[@RealScoobyDoo 94]

Donatelife....

Are you sure you are on clears for 2 weeks? Maybe you meant liquids? Usually patients are on clears to "clear" out their digestive tract, not to lose weight. If it's really clears you could add some unflavored Protein Powder to your drinks.

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[donatelife36 27]

I am on Clear Liquids for two weeks but can have Protein shakes!!

[TC's rebecca 1]

This is my biggest fear... the pre-op diet. I will be on liquids for two weeks before (starting March 27th). Opti-fast. I am curious how I will feel, and how my blood sugars will be... guess there is only one way to find out.

[mwrarr 244]

I'm also March 27th & have been on liquids since March 6th (3 wks). The 1st 2 days were the worst. I'm a cook & work 70-ish hours/week & on top of being tired, I found my general energy level was down, but my hunger & blood sugar is actually more stable. Down 13# in 10 days, so all in all...

[donatelife36 27]

Today was my third day of liquids and today has been easier!! I weighed this morning and have lost 6 lbs in two days!!!!!

I am looking forward to this new journey in my life!!!

The first and second days of this liquid diet, I never thought I would make it but I AM ALIVE!! LOL!! Thanks for support!!!

[caglefan69 37]

Yeah baby! I too am on the 27th. Today is day 4 of pre-op. Soooo much easier than first 2 days. I finally have my energy back and feel like I can make it. Im on 900 calories a day and 70 g of Protein. Im down 7.6 lbs. Im hoping the hunger beast doesn't rear its ugly head again

[KimmieMarie 17]

Hey guys! I started my preop diet on 3/12 and my sleeve surgery will be on March 22nd. I was totally committed to only liquids but became so hungry. My doc told me i could have very lean meats and sugar free Jello. Thankfully, I love my Protein Shakes. They are Premier Protein shakes...you can get them at sams or costco. Surgery is this Friday and I am super anxious! I really hope to find lots of support and comradery here.

[Colemon70 87]

I am scheduled for surgery on March 27. I stated my 2 week clear liquid diet yesterday and I am starving. I need help' date=' support, encouragement, ect.....

So how did you all survive the two weeks before surgery...I feel like this is going to be the hardest part.[/quote']

This is my first day. I have headaches and I'm starving as well!!! I can't imagine how everyone does this! It's been very difficult. I with they would allow us some plain broccoli at least! Good luck to you!

[@RealScoobyDoo 94]

Surgery March 29, and I've finished day 6 of preop diet and am down 8 pounds-yay! The first day was hard, and the second day I had a mean headache from cutting down on caffeine. But the hunger is gone, thank goodness. The hardest part is cooking for the kids...It's such a habit to clean their plate la when they're done. I'll be glad to be rid of that habit, for sure. 12 days to go!