Vernelly 7 Posted February 28, 2016 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted February 28, 2016 Sure it's possible. Is this the diet you were given by your surgeon? Just follow the program prescribed for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted February 28, 2016 Of course. It's actually a very easy and generous preop diet compared to mine. What part are you thinking isn't possible? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Angie74 170 Posted February 28, 2016 pretty much, although it seems different doctors and hospitals do different things of the same variation. My doctor wanted an all liquid Protein diet before surgery to help shrink the liver, clear out my system, boost my bodies ability to heal and decrease my chances of bleeding during & after surgery. Some people only had to do this 2 days, or none at all so it really depends. I'm glad I did the 2 weeks, I feel great and it prepared me for the liquid diet after the surgery Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N900A using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vernelly 7 Posted February 28, 2016 I'm new to the site, so if my replies are out of order.. Please excuse me.. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vernelly 7 Posted February 28, 2016 So I was given that diet or the two week liquid diet.. I choose the two week liquid diet, but I can't stomach the Protein shakes 5 times a day.. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted February 28, 2016 Mine was 2 weeks 3 Protein shakes/day and leafy green veggies. (Kale, lettuce, Brussels sprouts, etc). Lost 22 pounds and had a complication-free, pain free surgery and recovery. I'd say either go to the other diet or find a different Protein shake....there's dozens out there with extreme variations of ingredients, taste and palatability. 5 shakes a day is a lot, but you'll have to find some thing that works for postop anyways. What can't you stomach about them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted February 28, 2016 Mine was similar to what you posted. Basically Protein and no carb. Do whatever you and your surgeon or NUT decide is best for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Angie74 170 Posted February 28, 2016 It is very hard bit it's also training you for post surgery because your going to be on liquids again while your belly heals. You, Your NUT & Dr need to be on the same page and have a plan that you can be successful at. No one wants to fail. Good luck to ya!! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N900A using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vernelly 7 Posted February 28, 2016 I decided on the liquid before I tried, now I'm four days in and I'm getting weak because I'm not eating or drinking anything but Water and a little broth. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vernelly 7 Posted February 28, 2016 Thanks so much️.. I'll contact him on Mon and let him know I'm switching.. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vernelly 7 Posted February 28, 2016 I've tried three different Protein shakes, I feel nauseous after drinking them. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Angie74 170 Posted February 28, 2016 Try changing shakes to a flavor you like, try adding Protein bars 1 or 2x a day and if anything be open and honest with your doctor, they know how to help Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N900A using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vernelly 7 Posted February 28, 2016 I've tried vanilla, strawberry and Cookies & Cream Bariatric Advantage. Oh I even had a sample of the chocolate whey Protein mix. I've been mixing fruit, Peanut Butter etc, the after taste us killing me. So that's one thing I'm afraid of Post-Op "I'm not going to be able to drink and I might make myself sick" Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Typo is Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kindle 8,667 Posted February 28, 2016 Try Syntrax nectar or Isopure. They are more like koolaid rather than a milk shake. A lot of people like Premier that's available in most grocery stores as well as costco and Sam's. I dilute all RTD shakes with milk or Water and use twice as much liquid as what the powders called for. Otherwise they were just too thick and sweet for me. Personally I hated Bariatric Advantage. They got a two thumbs down in my taste testing experiments. Those and Isopure were by far my least favorites and wouldn't drink them if you paid me. I really like Syntrax, Premier, muscle Milk, Spirutein, unjury, syntha6, body fortress and Quest. Some flavors of Jay Robb were good, too. Taste and preferences are individual, so just keep trying new ones. You can get samples of dozens of Protein powders from Nashua Nutrition Share this post Link to post Share on other sites