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@@luzR,

Congratulations on starting your liquid diet! It is so exciting to be taking this serious step towards weight loss surgery!

I know, it is very difficult. You have gotten some good advice about what to eat and how to fight the headache. Also, remember a couple of things. First, you will probably feel better within a couple of days as your body gets used to this drastic change.

Second, this is exciting! Scary and hard and painful, but so exciting! You are working towards something that will change your life, and that you’ve been wanting for a long time. Try to keep that in mind as the going gets tough. And it may help to focus just on this hour or today, and not think about the next few weeks.

Good luck!

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So my surgery is September 28th and today is the first day of my liquid diet. 3 shakes, 2 yogurts,SF Jello and Popsicles. I'm having a really bad day so far, I have the worst headache ever and I want to kill anybody that even looks at me.. Lol Can anybody else relate? Any tips or suggestions to make this better? I need encouragement badly!!! Thanks in advance

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We are surgery buddies! I start my liquid diet next Wednesday but it is all clear, no yogurt, cream Soups, or anything like that but at least it is only for 1 week. I wish you the best and a speedy recovery.

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My date is 27th. Starting liquid diet today. Hopefully headaches will be a minimum, started weening off caffeine 2 weeks ago. You can do this, drink lots of Water, that's what I have been doing for past 2 weeks and I truly believed it helped with my headaches. Dr did not say had to lose weight just wanted liver to shrink some. Good luck everyone

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Hello

I relate to you. But Alex is right. Just think of getting through today and ONLY today. If you think about the next 10 days you will go nuts. I read here that someone posted the following. I can't remember who it was but it was a lifesaver. (Thank you if you are reading this, bless ur heart)...

Grab a couple boxes of Low Sodium chicken broth (I got the great value brand from walmart) and then get some celery, carrots, a whole onion, garlic and some seasonings. Blend it all together and put it to boil with the chicken broth. Let the flavors penetrate the broth. Than strain it. Make sure you strain it. You just want the liquid. The chicken broth taste delicious. Taste just like homemade and not out of a box. I Strongly recommend this. That has been my life saver. I drink about 5 or 6 cups of that a day and I find it to really give me some energy and less headaches. I have been able to make it through 4 days of this. I also drink Power aid Zero. I sip on the constantly and it helps me fight hunger. I’ll also eat a couple of SF Jello with the broth. Another thing I’m finding good is the SF popsicles. It gives you the biting sensation you are missing. Something sweet after some hot broth is just perfect.

This is what has gotten me through the past days. I hope it helps. :)

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Thank you all for your great advice! I made it thru 5 days and I'm feeling a little better, headaches are occasionally not all day anymore so that's a huge relief! 5 down 9 more days to go!!!! Any updates on you guys? How is everyone feeling??

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2 more sleeps until surgery for me!! To be honest, the liquid diet is not even bothering me at this point...

I'm too busy having a pre-surgery freak out!!

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I imagine how you feel, Im already having a hard time sleeping and I have 9 days left lol

Good luck and keeps us posted.

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I can't wait for mine. I'm scheduled for the 30th.

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I remember the excitement you all have!!! And that darn headache! Good luck, you are so lucky to have this surgery, and we would do it again in a heartbeat!!!!!

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I just wanted to add that after almost 2 weeks on a clear liquid diet, my breath smells somewhat funky (I can taste it!! ). Has anyone else noticed this?

I'm trying not to stand within breathing distance of people. I feel bad for my husband!

Gotta love Ketosis!

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Started my liquid diet today. Sleeve surgery Oct 3rd. Today has been decent up to dinner. The smells made my tummy rumble so I went outside for a bit with me headphone and my nook. Ya, the ketosis sucks! Good luck everyone and you got this! Your stronger then you think!

Proud Nana of a very handsome grandbaby

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Keep busy, distract yourself, and relax. Peace!

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