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So I have been on my pre op diet for about 2 weeks. I "cheated" over the weekend and ate a meal I knew I would not be able to eat again because it would probably case dumping after surgery and I had a couple of drinks as well. Other than that, I have done quite well with the pre op diet. I keep telling myself I have low energy from eating so few calories but then I think, I am still eating and getting calories so it must just be in my head. Did anyone feel this way during pre op diet? Did anyone keep up a workout routine throughout?

Sorry, I guess this is more of a vent.

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I am on day 3 of my liquid diet and I could literally sleep all day! I have not started my exercise routine either. But I have lost 5 lbs already so I am not complaining!! :) I do however have a huge headache most of the day but I haven't figured out if it's diet related or sinus issues. It's not caffeine withdrawal, I gave that up about a month ago.

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Headaches can sometimes be caused by dehydration

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I got some Powerade zero today and going to see if that helps. I know I can't possibly be dehydrated. I have never ingested this much liquid in my life! lol

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Lucky for us, the sleeve doesn't cause dumping so you may be able to eat whatever it was again some day. Whether you should or not is another question. ????

A lot of times when you give up carbs, your body goes through the carb flu (Google it, it's a real thing) and headache and fatigue are both common. So if your new diet is low carb, that may be it.

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