Any February Surgery Dates...

[LifeWhichIsMine 14]

My favorite Protein Drink is Isopure Dutch Chocholate. One thing good about it is its Lo to no carbs, low calorie and 50 G Protein. If anyone has Amazon kindle unlimited, they have a book with awesome recipes for Protein Shakes. Also Unjury has a unflavored Protein Powder that works great in Soups, coffee, cottage cheese, young art, applesauce etc.

[csjenkins09 1]

Yes, it will be worth it!! I am also having to cook for everyone else and have just my pre op allowance. It sucks, but I'm determined and extremely motivated to get this done and help myself health wise. I started my diet this past Sunday. You can do it! Don't let ANYTHING distract you. I was told once by a wise person: If you want something more than anything else, and you love that person/thing/idea/outcome more than anything else in your life, then you will be successful. I believe that, and I know if you believe that, you will do fine

Awe, thank you Shotzy*, I completely agree with you. I hear that the pre-op diet is super hard the first 3 days but then it gets easier (fingers-crossed). I am excited to hear about your journey and cannot wait to hear how your surgery goes Good luck!

[SHOTzY* 114]

Anyone out there use the Syntrax Nectar Protein Shakes? I am using the latte flavor right now. I put two teaspoons of real coffee in my 8oz drink and it turns out just like a mocha frappe from most coffee shops! I have vanilla bean torte, but haven't tried it yet. Im on day 4 of my pre op diet.

[citygirl1962 50]

Day two of my pre-op diet. I prepared by eating *very* low carb for the previous month. I am not feeling hungry so far. All my appointments and labs are completed. Next stop, OR. I can't wait for Feb. 8th!

[New day ahead 40]

Feb 8th

i am on the 8th also! Yay us!! Just around the corner! !

[New day ahead 40]

Hi! I'm Feb 8th. I'm happy, and nervous. I have a very experienced surgeon and a great support network, yet I have many thoughts both,good and troubling, that run through my mind. Congrats and happy futures to all getting ready!

i feel the same. I am being sleeved on 2/8 also.

[SHOTzY* 114]

Seems like there are several of us February surgery people out there ????. We can all console and encourage each other during this pre op diet we must do! At least we can all come here and talk about before and after, and the ups and downs of our journey. That makes all these pre op meals (steamed broccoli with lemon juice tonight ????) worth it. Ha ha ha!!! I keep telling myself all these Protein Drinks are good practice for after surgery. But they are hard to get used to-4 shakes per day are more volume to get down than I realized!

[MiteyMom 18]

Good luck to you! I am new to this site and this is my first posting. My surgery is in 3 weeks and I am nervous and excited! Starting the Liver Shrinking Diet tomorrow.

[SHOTzY* 114]

@@MiteyMom

Welcome!! Glad you have a surgery date set????! Yes, the pre op diet is necessary to get that liver in shape. It's worth it, and you will be so happy with the results! I just keep saying that everyday when I feel like I'm going to drown in river of Protein shakes! LOL!! ????

[JapGirl 229]

Since I've already gone through the sleeve, and now am getting ready to have the bypass in a week, I took what I learned from the last time this time since I will be three days liquid before and then not wanting to cook afterwards, I made 2 weeks of casserole and full dinners and just frozen them. There is a list of what's available with how to cook it on the fridge. That way my husband can just choose and pop in the oven

Isopure also makes an unflavored no carb version I mix it with coffee. It doesnt like hot liquids, so I mix it with a touch of cold Water to disolve it before adding it to Soups or drinks

[katrina6780 1]

Mine is Feb 16

[SHOTzY* 114]

**HAPPY DANCE** for you!! Are you excited and just ready to get it done?!? I know I am! ????

[TMW2016 36]

Feb 10th!

[MiteyMom 18]

I'm hoping for Feb 16th. I see my surgeon on Feb 10 and we pick a date then

[RNYDawn 160]

@@LifeWhichIsMine any recipes or ideas on casseroles? I feel like I should to the same for my husband LOL. Or perhaps just need a ton of slow cooker recipes.