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I have been recommended for my high Protein and liver shrinkage diet to go on the slimfast liquid diet. Has anyone else used the slim fast method?

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Did your doctor recommend (do not think so). I do not think you will enjoy this, you will want more. Your doctor gives you a good diet to follow. Usually a shake and two sensible meals. We did a shake a day, and 1 meal, which was what we were used to. You need 1 meal a day to look forward to. A small grilled chicken breast is yummy! Treat yourself in small ways! Best wishes!

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Linda, All pre op diets are different!! Each surgeon has different ways. We should be encouraging the op, not telling them they won't like what their doing. Never assume your program is how everyone else's is. Each is unique to what has worked long term for that group.

To the op,...my pre op diet was 5 shakes per day. That was it. No food. I could've used the high Protein slim fast, if it could be found. I stuck to pure Protein powder since it was easier to find for me. The slim fast high Protein Powder was and still is very difficult to find in my area. Do you have any other choices available to you besides that? If not, I would ask your nurse clinician.

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That is why I said did your doctor recommend, gome.

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My doctor lists the Slim Fast High Protein Shakes as one of the options, but I don't have high opinions of them because they are in the Weight Loss business and not the nutrition business. (My own personal opinion of course).

I chose to use another one on the list : Premier Protein that I get a BJs Warehouse. The cost was less than Ensure and each 11oz carton is 30g of Protein, 1g of Sugar and 160 calories.

I am still presurgery but following the pre-op diet at about 75% in order to lose the 14 pounds my doctor wanted.

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I am amazed at that! I agree with you band. I like Premier Protein best of all, and the 30 g Protein. Walmart sells EAS Protein shakes, but only 17 g protein. Best of luck to you all!

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I prefer unjury made with unsweetend original almond milk and premier Protein shakes.

Very high in Protein, low carbs and sugar and tastes so good.

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I like premier Protein also. Im not on a pre op diet as of yet because my surgery is still a few months out, but I've started just replacing one to two meals a day with a Protein shake to kick start the weight loss I'll have to have before surgery.

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I have heard great things about the Premier Protein shakes. I use Pro fit by Itworks.com it is a powder that offers 14g of Protein. Add in a few fruits and I have my meal. I am pre op still with no date yet. I jave been using this protein powder for about 3 months now. Love the taste. Good luck finding what works best for all of you. =)

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I'm scheduled for the 7th of Jan.... my doc has advised me 1pc of either chicken or fish a day with Soups, green vegetables & skimmed milk/yoghurt. I did hear him say 'no' to natural sugars from fruits but not so sure! Could someone pls advice if natural fruits/juices are allowed on the pre-op diet. lunch, dinner isn't so much of a problem as Breakfast is! Any ideas on how to cope in the mornings? I don't get shakes, powders, etc where I live!

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My husband and I were told no citrus/fruit. but due to his diabetes and low blood sugar on the diet, he was allowed the fruit to maintain his blood sugar during the nights. Check with your doctor.

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I'm scheduled for the 7th of Jan.... my doc has advised me 1pc of either chicken or fish a day with Soups, green vegetables & skimmed milk/yoghurt. I did hear him say 'no' to natural sugars from fruits but not so sure! Could someone pls advice if natural fruits/juices are allowed on the pre-op diet. lunch, dinner isn't so much of a problem as breakfast is! Any ideas on how to cope in the mornings? I don't get shakes, powders, etc where I live!

I'm not allowed any fruit or juice or natural sweeteners such as honey, sugar, etc.

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My pre-op diet is 5 shakes ( I can sub a broth for one shake) and Water. I was given a list of the shakes to try and so far the slim fast Protein is the one I like best. I get mine from Amazon. I am going to try the Unjury unflavored and see what it is like in my broth.

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