Surgery

[Kgacia 2]

I got my surgery date it is April 5 I am nervous about the liquid diet that I have to go on for two weeks but I no it going to be challenging but it's going to be worth it when it all over I go on my liquid diet on march 21 any advice that you can give would really help thanks

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[JamieLogical 8,710]

It will be rough. If it's a true liquid diet, meaning just Protein shakes, broth, sugar-free Jello, etc. You will feel tired. You will likely have a couple of days between days 2 and 4 where you experience bad headaches as your body enters ketosis. Once you are in ketosis, it is imperative that you don't cheat. At least not with anything with carbs/sugar. Because you will knock yourself back out of ketosis and have to go through the whole process of entering ketosis again. So unless you enjoy headaches and being exhausted, don't cheat!

Just keep your eye on the prize. Try to focus on your preparations for surgery, making sure you have everything you need for the surgery day as well as when you get home. Go day-by-day and try not to get too overwhelmed. You're allowed to feel miserable. I know I did! But don't let that misery send you into any sort of self-destructive behavior or thinking.