pre op diet

[ladybykr 0]

oh i am so confused about this pre op liquid diet.....i chose pureed pinto Beans and sugar free Jello for breakfast.....is that ok?

oh and took "before" pix today.....whew,,,,,,talk about motivation

[kulita 243]

No,

For the liquid diet it is anything you can drink through a straw and turns to liquid form in your stomach. This is Protein shakes, Jello, ice pops, juice, Water, strained Soups and broths, milk... etc

The Beans are not allowed in the liquid phase unless your Dr instructed you otherwise.

[SHORTDOG 27]

When do we start this liquid diet? and for how long? I am gonna meet with my surgeon on Friday, should i start now? and what about my Vitamins? Do i stop taking those while i am on this liquid diet? So much to know....help!

[nervousnellie 50]

Your doctor's office will give you their approved plan. Most, it seems, do a 2 week pre-op liquid diet that includes a lot of Liquid Protein. Some doctors do not require this. Your surgeon should also arrange for you to meet with a nutritionist to explain their requirements. Wait and see what they say.