Down 10lbs in 6 days pre-op

[nicolesix 15]

I have seen and read a lot of posts on here that have mixed opinions about the pre-op (liquid diet). My doctor suggests a 14 day liquid diet consisting of 4 Protein Shakes and one 400-600 calorie meal a day. It has been a rough road! Day 3 I had a headache that wouldn't subside. I've had to say no the Valentine's Day chocolates, going to a buffet lunch with my in laws (who are in town), had to practice self control while grocery shopping and so on and so forth. I've missed food so much I've cried. I'm addicted and that's why my weight has gotten this high. This pre-op diet has forced me to face hunger. To feel what being hungry really feels like. To practice saying no to myself, my family and my friends. I'm now 6 days in to this diet and I'm feeling better. Sure I'm hungry and want some things but it's getting better. Saying no is getting easier. I am proud that I can do this pre-op diet. That even though I want to eat badly I'm not giving in. I'm learning how to take care of myself. This is just the beginning. So to anyone out there having a terrible day know that you're not alone. You'll have rough days. Days when you want to eat your sadness away. Days when you want just the texture of some food. But stick with the diet your doctor has put you on. This is just the start of your lifelong journey. You will be saying no a lot once you get the surgery so start now!

[khaske1 14]

I thought I was the only one crying over food lol! So hard to stay strong

[ProjectMe 909]

Nicolesix You are doing great! Following the plan is so worth it. Not only are you shrinking your liver, you are mentally becoming stronger! Keep it up!

[nursemelody40 19]

Me too down 10 pounds day 8 of preop diet

[Croaker 26]

I'm 15 days into a 3 week shake and veggies only preop diet.

Down 17 pounds and still having weak spells, though they seem to be mostly in the mornings. Once I get that second shake in at lunch, I'm better.

And yes, I feel hungry all the time. But it is what it is.

[campingkitty 3]

You all just made me feel better. My 2 week pre-op diet is liquids ONLY ( 6 shakes) I am on day 2 and in tears. Will insurance pay for damages or my bail money?

[nicolesix 15]

Thank you all for the kind words and understanding. I'm not sure if insurance covers any damages we may cause to our families or anyone who comes in contact with us during this two week liquid nonsense, but they should ????