What exactly is the pre-op diet?

[ThePoolGirl 1]

Hi. I'm new and have not been banded. Haven't seen the dr. yet but attending seminar on Tues. I'll also be a self-pay...urghh.

I know that I have a fatty liver thru blood tests and have had an ultrasound. Since I know the fat layer can cause surgery issues I'd like to get started on a plan that will help shrink it. What is the pre-op diet? I have seen Optifast listed on many threads. I'm looking for something I can purchase from a store. Currently, I drink SlimFast shakes for Breakfast.< /p>

Any help here would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.:tongue_smilie:

[RestlessMonkey 7]

You are safest and wisest to discuss this with your surgeon after the seminar on Tuesday. There seems to be a different liver shrink diet for every doctor. I'm sure your physician will be happy that you are "proactive" and want to get rolling on shrinking your unhealthy liver, so don't waste your money on a diet he may not approve. :confused:

In the interim if you just want to be healthier for your own sake, generally a low fat, low carb diet is best to help shrink the liver.

[HolliJ 24]

Well, I'm pretty sure that a LOW CARB diet is what shrinks the liver for the most part... And Slimfast shakes are FULL of sugar/carbs. Bad idea

So it's typically a low-carb, low-fat diet. The usual healthy stuff. And many surgeons require a one week (or longer) liquid diet prior to surgery.

[ThePoolGirl 1]

Thanks for the info! I'm sure I'll get my answers after the seminar.

[RestlessMonkey 7]

Just make sure you tell your surgeon your concerns...he can either get you started right then, or allay your fears. Good luck! :confused: