changesin2017 10 Posted January 11, 2017 Day 3 of preop liquid diet.....this is hard! My doctor allows no food.....3 shakes a day and I can have broth, sugar free Jello and popsicles, oand other no calorie sugar free noncarbonated drinks. Any pointers or helpful suggestions.....'cause right about now I would kill for wine and cheeseburgers! Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jhgl 5 Posted January 11, 2017 My surgery is on the 23rd and I started my preop diet on the 4th, so I've been doing this for a week. My best advice is to stay busy! When you want to eat, go for a walk, drink some Water or brush your teeth. Keep at it- you will see the pounds coming off soon if you haven't already! It's only been a week and I lost 13 pounds on this preop diet. I can relate to it being hard, night time is the worst for me so I have been going to bed earlier than usual. But I just wanted to send a note of encouragement that if I can do it, anyone can do it. (I have to admit I cheated and ate something off my diet two days ago, but I got right back on it and it was my only cheat)! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonesy23 15 Posted January 11, 2017 I am on day 7...all I can say is hang in there. I drink Water and Decaf green tea all day, it seems to help. I also use caramel premier Protein in decaf coffee. Good luck you can do it! Sent from my SM-G935T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QueenOfTheTamazons 634 Posted January 11, 2017 You pretty much have to just suffer through it. This is the hardest part in my opinion because you still feel hunger and are not used to the low Cal's. My Dr allowed Protein Snacks like cheese or deli meat when I just couldn't handle the growling, maybe yours will too. I lost 25lbs during this time. It's also a good time to practice drinking small amounts frequently. HW 385 SW 359 CW 305 Sleeved 10/5/16 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamieLogical 8,719 Posted January 11, 2017 sleep a lot. I just tried to go to bed as early as possible to avoid eating. Plus I was exhausted anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
changesin2017 10 Posted January 11, 2017 It's funny that it seems we are all on the same wavelength. I've been going to bed early just so I won't think about food and even staying late at the office to avoid going home and thinking about dinner! My doctor did say it's fine to use maybe a teaspoon of sugar-free pudding mix to flavor my shakes so I have been doing that. He requires the Bariatric Advantage shakes and I got the vanilla, figuring that would be easier to flavor. I am just sick of sweet.....wish there was a way to flavor more savory. He does allow coffee and I am thinking about maybe trying the shake mix blended with a cup of strong, dark coffee in the morning. Has anyone done this? Hoping it will be like a frothy, iced coffee drink. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamieLogical 8,719 Posted January 11, 2017 It's funny that it seems we are all on the same wavelength. I've been going to bed early just so I won't think about food and even staying late at the office to avoid going home and thinking about dinner! My doctor did say it's fine to use maybe a teaspoon of sugar-free pudding mix to flavor my shakes so I have been doing that. He requires the Bariatric Advantage shakes and I got the vanilla, figuring that would be easier to flavor. I am just sick of sweet.....wish there was a way to flavor more savory. He does allow coffee and I am thinking about maybe trying the shake mix blended with a cup of strong, dark coffee in the morning. Has anyone done this? Hoping it will be like a frothy, iced coffee drink. I blended my shakes with coffee a lot pre-op and once I was allowed coffee post-op. It's delicious! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
changesin2017 10 Posted January 11, 2017 yippee....hoooray.....good to know....I am going to try it in the morning! BTW you look amazing! I checked out your profile, wanting to see someone that was way past surgery day. Looks like you are doing great with long-term goals. That is so encouraging!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamieLogical 8,719 Posted January 11, 2017 yippee....hoooray.....good to know....I am going to try it in the morning! BTW you look amazing! I checked out your profile, wanting to see someone that was way past surgery day. Looks like you are doing great with long-term goals. That is so encouraging!!!! Thanks! I am doing awesome. I have maintained at goal for 15+ month and I completed a full marathon in September! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Syaniya 319 Posted January 12, 2017 It's funny that it seems we are all on the same wavelength. I've been going to bed early just so I won't think about food and even staying late at the office to avoid going home and thinking about dinner! My doctor did say it's fine to use maybe a teaspoon of sugar-free pudding mix to flavor my shakes so I have been doing that. He requires the Bariatric Advantage shakes and I got the vanilla, figuring that would be easier to flavor. I am just sick of sweet.....wish there was a way to flavor more savory. He does allow coffee and I am thinking about maybe trying the shake mix blended with a cup of strong, dark coffee in the morning. Has anyone done this? Hoping it will be like a frothy, iced coffee drink.Here's a link for some ideas I found on pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/eggface/protein-shakes-and-smoothies/ Try the banana Foster shake. Made it last night and kids were in love with it also Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yvette804 43 Posted January 12, 2017 I know how yall feel, I'm on day 3 of the diet. VSG on January 23 Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
changesin2017 10 Posted January 12, 2017 I know how yall feel, I'm on day 3 of the diet. VSG on January 23 Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App Mine is January 19 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
changesin2017 10 Posted January 12, 2017 It's funny that it seems we are all on the same wavelength. I've been going to bed early just so I won't think about food and even staying late at the office to avoid going home and thinking about dinner! My doctor did say it's fine to use maybe a teaspoon of sugar-free pudding mix to flavor my shakes so I have been doing that. He requires the Bariatric Advantage shakes and I got the vanilla, figuring that would be easier to flavor. I am just sick of sweet.....wish there was a way to flavor more savory. He does allow coffee and I am thinking about maybe trying the shake mix blended with a cup of strong, dark coffee in the morning. Has anyone done this? Hoping it will be like a frothy, iced coffee drink.Here's a link for some ideas I found on pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/eggface/protein-shakes-and-smoothies/ Try the banana Foster shake. Made it last night and kids were in love with it also Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App Those look delicious but most won't work for me preop but I'm sure saving them for post-op!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lynda1945 1 Posted January 12, 2017 hi,today is my firstday on my liquid diet. my surgery date is January 25, i am so excited, but a whole month of a liquid diet will take a lot of creativity! are your 3 shakes a day protien shakes? Have you thought of using V8 juice? I'll have to ask my surgeon about eating Jello? when is your surgery? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
changesin2017 10 Posted January 13, 2017 hi,today is my firstday on my liquid diet. my surgery date is January 25, i am so excited, but a whole month of a liquid diet will take a lot of creativity! are your 3 shakes a day protien shakes? Have you thought of using V8 juice? I'll have to ask my surgeon about eating Jello? when is your surgery?Bariatric advantage shakes, no juice allowed. I can have broth, sugar free jello and popsicles, and sugar free drinks but nothing carbonated. My date is the 19th. I'm not gonna lie....this is rough....really hard. I'm struggling but determined to make it! Just keeping my eye on the prize and doing a lot of praying![emoji120] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
