Pre-Op Diet Problems

[vleesleeved 35]

Hi Everyone!

So I started my pre-op diet semi early, I've been doing it for about a week already (I have been allowing myself 1 1/2 cup of chicken a day apart from my Protein shakes and I had one cheat day where I allowed myself a "final meal"). Now I am on day four of an official all liquid diet (no chicken at all, just shakes) - my surgery is on July 18th so I'm a little under two weeks away!

Here is my problem - I am NOT hungry at all and cannot for the life of me finish even two Protein Shakes in a day. I've managed about 1 1/2. I just feel so full I can't fathom having to put anything else in my body. Is a concern? I'm loosing weight pretty quickly..I haven't checked the scale in a few days, but as of Sunday I lost 12 lbs since the Sunday before (one week). I am, of course, happy with the results, but should I be concerned that I am not consuming more than maybe 200 calories a day? My body just doesn't want it and I still have 12 days until my surgery.

Sorry for the rant!! Just need some advice and wanted to see if maybe this happened to other people.

Have a great day! xo

HW: 254

CW: 238

GW: 145

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[busybeebug 415]

My 2 cents worth: if you are prepping for the after diet phase, I would really push for 2 entire Protein shakes. If that continues to be a problem, add extra Protein powder to your shakes or broth. Are you taking a complete multi Vitamin to help keep Healthy and make up for what you are not eating? I believe you should need to get at least 60 grams of Protein to have enough "fuel" for your body. You don't want to trigger low vitamin/ mineral levels that can impair your healing. Make sure you are drinking the recommended amount of liquids a day. I would hate to you work this hard and get sick or depleted before the surgery. And obviously always check with your surgeon or Nut for your concerns .

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[busybeebug 415]

Ohhh ????????????????and good luck! Keep up the good work!

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[vleesleeved 35]

Thank you for your response! I just started taking a Multivitamin and I'm definitely going to shoot for two whole Protein shakes today - whether my body likes it or not! I'm making sure to drink plenty of Water as well.

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[busybeebug 415]

Thank you for your response! I just started taking a Multivitamin and I'm definitely going to shoot for two whole Protein shakes today - whether my body likes it or not! I'm making sure to drink plenty of Water as well.

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We are all on these together! Do you have an unflavored Protein that you tolerate or like now? If so what is it? I'm starting to look for one.

I am kinda anxious for the PreOp liquid phase. I'll be out of town working for most of it. I told my colleagues that if I get too drained during the trips, I might be out of commission and do the behind the scenes stuff from my hotel. I have a pretty competent team so they should be good.

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[vleesleeved 35]

Thank you for your response! I just started taking a multivitamin and I'm definitely going to shoot for two whole Protein shakes today - whether my body likes it or not! I'm making sure to drink plenty of Water as well.

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We are all on these together! Do you have an unflavored Protein that you tolerate or like now? If so what is it? I'm starting to look for one.

I am kinda anxious for the PreOp liquid phase. I'll be out of town working for most of it. I told my colleagues that if I get too drained during the trips, I might be out of commission and do the behind the scenes stuff from my hotel. I have a pretty competent team so they should be good.

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I've been sticking to my doctor's specific Protein Powder (NY Bariatric Group Protein), as well as Ensure pre-made Protein drinks. I haven't really been able to handle broth at all, even the low-sodium broth is too much for me!

I am also away for work right now (right in the middle of my pre-op diet)! It's actually much better I think. I made sure to prep and buy plenty of the pre-made Protein Drinks so I could grab them and go. I also brought packets of crystal light to add to my waters for some flavor. Being away is actually helping me keep very busy. I was worried because my job is active - I'm a youth sports director and coach. Exercising (I am constantly on my feet coaching and demonstrating) has helped curb any hunger I think.

When is your surgery date?

[Toya214 17]

I am with NY Barbaric also, who is your doctor? I am on day 1 of the liquid diet and I was thinking the same thing that I don't know how I am going to drink two of these today. I think I may plan to have one for Breakfast and one for dinner and have broth and Jello in between. Surgery date 7/20!

HW: 250

CW: 248

GW: 145-150

[vleesleeved 35]

I am with NY Barbaric also, who is your doctor? I am on day 1 of the liquid diet and I was thinking the same thing that I don't know how I am going to drink two of these today. I think I may plan to have one for Breakfast and one for dinner and have broth and Jello in between. Surgery date 7/20!

HW: 250

CW: 248

GW: 145-150

I'm glad I'm not alone! I am with Dr. Garber. What about you?

Day 4 of being officially only liquids and I just cannot seem to have anything. My daily intake has been:

1 1/2 Protein shakes

1 diet Snapple

2-3 bottles of Water

And I am SO full all of the time. Weird! I am going to call the NYB offices tomorrow and ask if I am doing anything wrong.

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[busybeebug 415]

Thank you for your response! I just started taking a Multivitamin and I'm definitely going to shoot for two whole Protein shakes today - whether my body likes it or not! I'm making sure to drink plenty of Water as well.

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We are all on these together! Do you have an unflavored Protein that you tolerate or like now? If so what is it? I'm starting to look for one.

I am kinda anxious for the PreOp liquid phase. I'll be out of town working for most of it. I told my colleagues that if I get too drained during the trips, I might be out of commission and do the behind the scenes stuff from my hotel. I have a pretty competent team so they should be good.

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I've been sticking to my doctor's specific Protein Powder (NY Bariatric Group Protein), as well as Ensure pre-made protein drinks. I haven't really been able to handle broth at all, even the low-sodium broth is too much for me!

I am also away for work right now (right in the middle of my pre-op diet)! It's actually much better I think. I made sure to prep and buy plenty of the pre-made Protein Drinks so I could grab them and go. I also brought packets of crystal light to add to my waters for some flavor. Being away is actually helping me keep very busy. I was worried because my job is active - I'm a youth sports director and coach. Exercising (I am constantly on my feet coaching and demonstrating) has helped curb any hunger I think.

When is your surgery date?

My date ,Lord be willing and the Insurance not being flaky, is September 19.

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