Pre op help

[alyce 61]

Hello everyone ... My surgery is August 27... I started my two shakes a day and of course after always eating a hearty Breakfast and lunch ... This is a little bit of a shock to the body ... The main thing is I feel so tired and no energy ... It seems illogical to go into surgery so tired but who am I ... Certainly not a doctor. Is this normal . Just tell me so I can stop worrying....

[finediva 979]

Of course you are tired with low energy. You're having to exist on probably half your normal daily calories AND your body is detoxing from carbs, sugar and, I don't wish this on my worst enemy, caffeine. The good news is it will get better by the 4th or 5th. Drink Water and try to stay busy. Also, go to be early if you can. Let your body rest. Most of us who have had surgery had to do a version of a pre op diet. I had a two week liquid diet. Lord knows I struggled the first week. Had a strong coffee habit that I was instructed to kick. Hang in there. Keep your eye on the prize.

[alyce 61]

Thank you finediva...

[Bigboy76 102]

Curious why only 2 shakes a day? I start my liquid diet on 9/2 and I get 3-4 shakes per day:Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 1 extra as needed.

[finediva 979]

Thank you finediva...

You are welcomed. I'll be a month out on Monday. I was right where you are now. It will be over soon. The best news I can give you now.....I care very little about food. I have to watch the clock to make sure I eat. Also I was on two weeks of Clear Liquids after surgery. I breezed through it hunger wise, but had very low energy. Best wishes.