Day 1 of pre-OP liquid diet

[Hiraeth 515]

So far, everything is fine. I don't have a headache, and my stomach isn't hurting as bad as I expected. I am hungry and yes, I do have cravings, but they're manageable. Is this a good sign? Or do the hunger pangs usually come later; like on day 2 and 3? I'm trying to remain positive, but I'm still worried that maybe the hunger pangs will sneak up on me, lol. >_< I've heard many people say that day 1 and 2 are the worst, and that by day 5, the hunger usually completely goes away.

This is what I've had so far:
Breakfast - 1 Muscle Milk Protein Shake (20g Protein, 130 calories), 1 Light & Fit Yogurt (70 calories)
lunch - 1 Muscle Milk Protein shake, 1 Light & Fit Yogurt, 1 cup of Cream of chicken Soup (Diluted with Water and spit out the chicken, lol. )
dinner - I haven't had dinner yet, but I plan on drinking another Muscle Milk with a yogurt, and maybe some chicken broth. I may go to bed early so I can avoid the cravings, haha. Good thing I don't get burnt out on things in just a week. So, drinking Muscle Milk and yogurt will be pretty easy, especially since they taste amazing.

I've love to hear your experiences.

Thank goodness I only have to do this for 1 week.

EDIT: I swallowed a few very tiny pieces of chicken when I was eating my cream of chicken soup. Is this ok? Next time I will strain the soup.

Edited July 28, 2016 by Hiraeth

[rebelchelz 52]

sounds like your doing good. I still don't have a date so haven't experience the prop diet yet. so I really appreciate you posting so I can have an idea on what to do when the time comes for me

[KristenLe 5,979]

@@Hiraeth No worries on the chicken! You are doing great! Congrats!

[dpressleymsn 7]

Day 1 liquid diet for me and the caffeine withdrawal is almost unbearable. No idea it would be this hard to wean off soda.

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[sc101071 398]

I am on day two of the liquid pre-op. They tell me no caffeine, but herbal teas are ok. I accidentally had tea with caffeine, and I feel awesome.

How strict is this no caffeine rule? I'm gonna try to follow it, but man was it nice.

[Hiraeth 515]

sounds like your doing good. I still don't have a date so haven't experience the prop diet yet. so I really appreciate you posting so I can have an idea on what to do when the time comes for me

Awwww, you're so welcome! I'm glad my post helped someone. If you have any trouble, feel free to send me a message for advice and venting. Venting truly helps!

[KristenLe 5,979]

I am on day two of the liquid pre-op. They tell me no caffeine, but herbal teas are ok. I accidentally had tea with caffeine, and I feel awesome.

How strict is this no caffeine rule? I'm gonna try to follow it, but man was it nice.

I think it's more important post-op (dehydration) but you can cut down gradually pre-op.

[Hiraeth 515]

Day 1 liquid diet for me and the caffeine withdrawal is almost unbearable. No idea it would be this hard to wean off soda.

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See, I don't have this problem with caffeine. I drink it all the time, but going without it doesn't bother me. I don't know if it's because I take adderall or what. Did your doctor tell you absolutely no caffeine?

[Hiraeth 515]

I am on day two of the liquid pre-op. They tell me no caffeine, but herbal teas are ok. I accidentally had tea with caffeine, and I feel awesome.

How strict is this no caffeine rule? I'm gonna try to follow it, but man was it nice.

Hahaha! I know, right! The caffeine rule for me isn't that strict. They told me to limit it as much as possible, but I'm avoiding it completely since I don't usually have withdrawals from being without it.

[sb4dmb 4]

Day 1 liquid diet for me and the caffeine withdrawal is almost unbearable. No idea it would be this hard to wean off soda.

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I start my liquid diet in 2 weeks, what's the importance of no caffeine? My nutritionist didn't really go into it.

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[KristenLe 5,979]

Day 1 liquid diet for me and the caffeine withdrawal is almost unbearable. No idea it would be this hard to wean off soda.

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I start my liquid diet in 2 weeks, what's the importance of no caffeine? My nutritionist didn't really go into it.

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No caffeine postop because it can cause ulcers and dehydration. I believe they recommend weaning off of it preop so you're not dealing with caffeine withdrawal after surgery.

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[sb4dmb 4]

How long no caffeine after surgery? Thank you!

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[dpressleymsn 7]

Day #2 of liquid diet! I love egg drop Soup and wonton Soup without the wontons! Lol, but the lack of caffeine is making me miserable.

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Edited July 30, 2016 by dpressleymsn

[KristenLe 5,979]

How long no caffeine after surgery? Thank you!

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It depends on your plan - mine says never but I think that's extreme.

[dpressleymsn 7]

That's what I was told, " no caffeine ever again."

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