Pre-op liquid tips?

[lmdx0sleeved 14]

Starting my liquid diet tomorrow *bites nails* any advice on how to psych yourself out and pretend to not want real food? ??

[McButterpants 2,846]

I drank copious amounts of Decaf green tea!!!!! Also, drink lots of Water to keep the hunger at bay.

The first few days are going to suck - I think I started feeling better around day 4 and human on day 5. Knowing that will help - it's going to be hard at first, then you get used to it. This is a means to an end.

You're going to do great!

[missdixie2000 66]

I have been on my high Protein diet / 1100 calorie now for 10days and have lost 6 lbs I think that is great . I used all my calories on Chinese food after church today . I had a food funeral lol Chinese is one of my favs ????

[Noor1969 150]

What McButterpants said. Drink lots of calorie free liquids and Water.

I felt horrible the first 4 days from detoxing from carbs and caffeine and just from general hunger. But on the 5th day I woke up feeling much better. Your huger will eventually go away.

I don't know how strict your surgeon is, but if things become REALLY unbearable, ask your doctor if you can have an extra Protein drink or a couple of cups of green veggies. I was dizzy and lightheaded the first day and my surgeon agreed to let me have green veggies in addition to the shakes.

You can do this!

[bearman99 228]

It can really suck. Getting through it is the best thing I can say about it.

This is a price to pay to get healthy and less fat.

Sorry, it can just plain suck - no way to sugar coat that.

[Valerie R. 50]

it's actually going to be easier than you think. I was TOTALLY worried about the pre-op liquid diet! I am on day 12 now and am doing fine. At this point I actully find it easier than eating. I am not htinking about what I should or shouldnt eat - becuase I'm not eating! The shakes really do fill you up. My only adivce would be to try a bunch of differnt types of shakes. It took me a few days to figure out what shake I liked best.

GOOD LUCK! You can do it!

[HHHappy 225]

sugar free popsicles

[lmdx0sleeved 14]

Thanks everyone!! I'm actually going to be on a business trip the first three days :/ talk about hard lol but hopefully it will all work out.

[BestYet2Come 97]

It was a LOT easier than I anticipated. I did not feel dizzy or lack of energy. I actually felt great. Mentally I would tell myself a couple of things: 1) my body is getting all the nutrition it needs, so no need to be nervous, 2) a successful pre-op diet equals a safer surgery and quicker recuperation. Remind yourself of that if you feel like cheating. But honestly, you will be fine. (in the interest of full disclosure, the toughest part for me was the first week post op - having Clear Liquids only).

[SuperFab 689]

These are a lifesaver.

[Jencovi 261]

These are a lifesaver.

Yes! Go get those broths. They are flavorful and very fulfilling!

[kkrose 15]

Do you find that they are spicy? I'm pre-op still, and LOVE spicy, but I'm afraid of spicy with the sleeve.

[SuperFab 689]

Do you find that they are spicy? I'm pre-op still, and LOVE spicy, but I'm afraid of spicy with the sleeve.

They are. I had to cut it with regular broth.

[Jencovi 261]

Do you find that they are spicy? I'm pre-op still, and LOVE spicy, but I'm afraid of spicy with the sleeve.

Buy one to try before and hold on to it for post-op. I love spicy and did need to cut if with plain broth. I'm not sure I would call it "spicy" so much as its "aromatic." If that makes sense.

[kkrose 15]

Thanks for the info!