Starlitlove08 2 Posted June 21, 2016 I found out today that my surgery date is June 29th. My surgeon hasn't told me anything about a diet but I know most people do one. His nurse was gone when I went to call today and won't be in the office again until I see him on Friday. I'm not sure if I should just do a Protein liquid diet like what I've heard others having to do just to be safe for what. Any thoughts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suzzzzz 1,005 Posted June 22, 2016 My surgeon requires 10 days on south beach diet. Wouldn't hurt to do something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
debbo1959 44 Posted June 22, 2016 My surgeon suggest 2-3 Protein drinks with Water only & a lite dinner, suggested lean Cuisine,healthy choice,smart ones for dinner, 64 ounce of Water. Good luck, hope this helped, I start tomorrow! !!! Sent from my SM-T560NU using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Teresa in Texas 9 Posted June 22, 2016 My Dr requires 14 days on full liquids. Sent from my LGLS770 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
debbo1959 44 Posted June 22, 2016 I found out today that my surgery date is June 29th. My surgeon hasn't told me anything about a diet but I know most people do one. His nurse was gone when I went to call today and won't be in the office again until I see him on Friday. I'm not sure if I should just do a Protein liquid diet like what I've heard others having to do just to be safe for what. Any thoughts? MY surgeon suggest 1-3 Protein Drink with Water ONLY, & lean cuisine,healthy choice or smart ones for dinner. 64 ounces of Water. Hope this helped. Good luck. I start it tomorrow!!!! Sent from my SM-T560NU using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starlitlove08 2 Posted June 24, 2016 Thank you all. I have done Protein Shakes for Breakfast and lunch with a light dinner just in case I guess I will see what the surgeon says tomorrow Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bama2012 76 Posted June 24, 2016 My surgeon required 1 day liquid only then nothing 12hrs before surgery. I believe the reason for extended dieting pre surgery is to shrink the liver so it is easier to move out of the way during surgery. I have watched many videos of the procedure and everyone uses a special tool to move out of way so I'm not sure why some have diet for so long. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daenerys Targaryen 109 Posted June 24, 2016 I am June 28th. I had to start the pre-op diet on the 14th. My surgeon is having me drink a Protein Shake for breakfast, another for lunch, and then a turkey sandwich for dinner (3 oz turkey, no mayo or cheese, lots of veggies on the sandwich). Hope that helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starlitlove08 2 Posted June 24, 2016 Met with my surgeon and it's a normal diet until the day prior which is Clear Liquids only. Day of I can one of my medications with a sip of Water thank you everyone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites