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Pre-op diet & I do not get along

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NikkiRose

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So, my surgery is 5 days away. The dietician at my surgeon's office puts everyone (sleeve, lap band, and bypass patients) on a 2-week LIQUID diet (as in NO FOOD, just the shakes, yogurt, jello, and broth). I have no other medical issues (high bp, diabeties, etc.) - just obese! WELL I'VE CHEATED. I felt sick after a day and a half. Because my vitamin levels are low I had to start a multi vitamin, B complex, and vit D pills - which on an empty stomach, does not go over well. Not to mention, that friends I've talked to who had lap band or bypass and what I've read on this site...I come to the conclusion that the pre-op diet varies depending upon the doctor/dietician. IDK what to think...any thoughts????

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My surgery is 7 days away! (Wow 7 days!) I wasn't put on an all liquid diet. It depends on the reason for them putting on an all liquid diet. My diet (high in protein and very low carbs) is meant to shrink the lover, not weightloss. As long as you aren't eating foosd high in fat or CARBS don't beat yourself up

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Hi NikkiRose - I think our surgery dates are one day apart. I'm on day 8 of 10 of the liquid protein diet and I'm finding that it was not as difficult as I thought. I'm guess I'm trying to look at this journey in stages. That I can get through anything if I look at it in chunks (10 day liquid diet, surgery, 1 week clear liquids, 2 week full liquids, etc.). I had quit drinking the diet sode a week before this liquid diet so I had already gone through the caffeine withdrawls. I've been drinking a milk with carnation mix for breakfast with my vitamins, etc. and my stomach doesn't get upset. Then I drink 2-3 more glasses of milk during the day at work and then a protein shake in the evening. Mixing in water/crystal light and jello and sugar free popsicles. I went in yesterday for my pre-op dr. visit and he did some blood work and when I got home from work that night I had a message. My bloodwork showed I was dehydrated. I was a little surprised since I've only been drinking. So this weekend I'm drowning in water and need to go back Monday to have blood work rechecked before surgery on Tuesday. Today my husband made onion soup and I'm just eating the broth and it is delicious. Good luck with the remaining amount of time you have.

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Thanks Ladies for the encouraging words! I appreciate it...well it's the day before and I am feeling all kinda ways! @Anna, girl the next few days will fly by - at least they seemed to for me LOL...and @Jen, thanks, I am going to have to try out some of your methods cus ALL liquid BEFORE the surgery has been a challenge for me (to say the least)...catch up with you both soon!

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