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Hope that everyone that started on the liquid diet is doing good. I heard that the first three days are the worst. Time sure is going slow while waiting for insurance. Anyone have any troubles with the stress test?

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This is the end of my 3rd day...this a.m. I was down 4 lbs. I wasn't required to have a stress. Don't sweat it...you will do great.

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They have for me. No Fiber to move things along' date=' if you get my drift. :-)[/quote']

I was told prior to surgery by my dietician to stop all "supplements" and fiber supplements before surgery. This is mostly important for fiber and Omega 3/6/9 as they increase the risk I bleeding during surgery.

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I was told prior to surgery by my dietician to stop all "supplements" and fiber supplements before surgery. This is mostly important for fiber and Omega 3/6/9 as they increase the risk I bleeding during surgery.

Good to know. Whether I'm backed up or not now, I know that I won't be backed up Tues after the bowel prep. Maybe I'll stop adding fiber until then.

Molly

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Its not too shabby I am on my first day too but feel like this gets old really quick ya know?

I've tried to change it up by adding sf syrups. It makes me feel like I've got more choices.

Molly

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In the coffee isle at my local big grocery store and on Amazon. Look for Torani and DaVinci brands.

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Hope that everyone that started on the liquid diet is doing good. I heard that the first three days are the worst. Time sure is going slow while waiting for insurance. Anyone have any troubles with the stress test?

What's the stress test? I'm about a week away from scheduling surgery date but haven't heard about a stress test

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What's the stress test? I'm about a week away from scheduling surgery date but haven't heard about a stress test

Its a cardiac test to ensure your heart is fit enough to withstand the surgery. There is one using a drug called thallium and one where you get on a treadmill. My Dr didn't req one.

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Less than 48 hours until surgery and I am starting to get more nervous but also excited. Clear liquid diet starts today.....no solids at all. I was worried about these 2 days but with all the excitement in my head, I think I will be okay. Still can't wrap my brain around the fact that very soon, I will be much smaller. Haven't seen a smaller me in years. *fighting tears*. Best of luck to everyone!!! You guys have helped me tremendously.

Landav5

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      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
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      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

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