Pre Op diet

[Mafi Mushkila 29]

I’m am scheduled for surgery May 15th. I want to start the “liver diet” can anyone give me any advice on what to eat and or a website to visit for help?

[MimsDub 10]

As far as I know - just cut out carbs., eat plenty of Protein, cut out caffeine and fizzy drinks, any fatty foods ....... Basically - that's it as I understand it !!!

[Kristinqtpie 42]

My diet required of me is Protein with milk or Water 2x a day and a light dinner of small protein and veggies. Drink lots of water.

[GradyCat 3,693]

Each surgeon is different. Some require a liquids-only diet. Mine just required a calorie restriction of no more than 1500 calories per day and no fatty or fried foods for the two weeks prior to surgery.

[RickM 1,747]

First question is - does your surgeon even require one (many don't)? Some specifically don't want their patients doing a multi-week fast as they want them as strong as possible going into surgery (and fasting liquid diets don't do it.) So, see what your program requires and prefers, and if you want to do a diet, tailor it to their needs. If they don't require a diet, then go moderate if you want to do one, and just cut out the junk food.

It is never a bad idea to start working on the long term habits of healthy eating that will serve you long after surgery, Exploring different Protein Drinks to find ones that you like, or at least tolerate, as they will be a staple for a while after surgery. Beyond that, start by cutting out junk food and increasing fruits and vegetables, whole grains instead of processed white stuff, etc. Do what you can to adjust your tastes for the better.

[ItsABearDance 21]

I would ask your surgeon or nutritionist what they recommend. I think everybody is told something a little bit different based on what their care team prefers. For me, my guidelines were that I should have about 4 Protein Shakes daily. With Breakfast I could have 1/2 cup of berries and I could have a lean Protein and a cup of veggies for dinner. I could also sub in a yogurt for lunch instead of a Protein Shake if I wanted.

[MimsDub 10]

As far as I know - just cut out carbs., eat plenty of Protein, cut out caffeine and fizzy drinks, any fatty foods ....... Basically - that's it as I understand it !!!

Thanks Girls .... I'll just see what they want, be a good girl and do what I'm told !!!

[Alwzla8 155]

My dr is only 4 Protein Shakes and 2 Protein Bars per day. With that I can add 3 sugar free Jello or popsicles and that is all.

[Mafi Mushkila 29]

Thanks All, I have started my Meal Replacement diet and so far I am very impressed with how satisfying it is. I have lost a bunch of weight and hope to be a few pounds under 300 when I go for my surgery. 12 pounds to go!