Liquid diet to shrink liver question

[valkh 1]

3 minutes ago, Daily Encounter said:

I agree with travelergirl, set an alarm for Water. I also drink more than 64 oz of Water currently. It is also difficult for me to not drink during my meals. The advice from my NUT is to sip (instead of gulp) throughout the day. I still have challenges with not drinking a half hour before through an half hour after meals, but I honestly practice this daily. I am getting there but I am not quite there yet. My surgery is still a month or so away (didn't schedule the date yet but we are aiming for August) so I still have time to practice!

[valkh 1]

Yes, they also told me to sip..... I have a hard time with that. I'm trying but it's still my first day. Hopefully I get used to it. Thanks.

[RedOrangeSunrise 53]

My program requires 14-days of liquid diet pre-op and 14-days post-op. If that doesn't get some of the weight off, I don't know what would! I've also been advised that I can't blend in any fruit or veg because they don't want the particles present in any part of my system (at least that was my understanding of the surgeon's explanation). I don't yet have a date, but soon! In the mean time, I'm limiting carbs and fat and have managed to lose a little weight.

[lauratro 67]

I have been provided with my post-op diet already even though my surgery is still a few months out. I must say that I am glad that I have this information as I am working the diet backwards now so that when surgery time and post-op comes, my body is already prepared for it and I won't have as many withdrawals. Dealing with a major lifestyle change will be hard enough so I don't want to also have to include the adjustment to diet during that time. The emotional aspect of it all will be challenging enough.
What do I mean by backwards? Well, for many, the post-op diet is as follows...
Stage 1: Clear liquids
Stage 2: Full liquids
Stage 3: Pureed
Stage 4: Soft foods
Stage 5: Regular foods
Of course, regular foods is the norm, but, I am now focusing on Protein. Eating the protein and then veggies and then carbs, if I am still hungry. I don't drink 1/2 hour before or after dinner. I drink Water only and I make sure I sip my 64 oz. throughout the day.
I will then move to the soft foods: soft scrambled eggs, yogurt, refried Beans, Protein Shakes, tuna, for example.
After soft, moving to the pureed/soft foods. I don't look forward to this but yes, I will try the baby food for my protein and veggies. I would puree my own meet but I am not sure I can get it to the correct consistency.
Full liquids will be my protein shakes, creamed Soups, etc.
Finally, I move to the clear liquids: Gelatin, broth, protein soups, etc. At this stage I should be about a week or so out from surgery and should have no problem continuing this immediately after post-op.
Preparation will be important for ALL of us. Sure, it is easy to be happy about only needing 1 - 3 days of a liquid diet before surgery but it is best to consider the big picture and understand that this is a lifestyle change. Prepare for it as you WILL go through withdrawals of not eating what you were once used to eating.
I wish everyone well in their journey!

I really like this idea. I'm 3 weeks and 1 day out and I have been only doing 1200 calories a day of lean, healthy foods. First 2 days were hard and I felt very hungry, but now I find Snacks and meals that are healthy and low in calories and carbs. Keeps me full through the day. But I think i may want to give your idea a shot to get my body used to those foods. Thanks!

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