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I also think the protein is making my breath stink! I brush my teeth and tongue after each shake, but maybe its the protein in an otherwise empty stomach! Any one else having this problem?

I had 2 weeks pre op of liquid Protein, broth, and popsicles... I am now one week post op and STILL on only protein, Jello, broth, and popsicles... I was told I can start egg drop Soup on Monday, but NO other foods until 11/12... I am so sick of the taste of the Protein shakes that I am starting to gag... Any suggestions? Sign me, Sick of Protein p.s. I am using

Congrats! How long did it take you to reach onederland? I am looking forward to it!

Congratulations! Your doc allows gummies? Mine dies not.

I am one week post op and usually a 42DDD. I have not worn a bra since surgery... Just big T shirts or sweatshirts... I have post op this afternoon, and do not intend to wear a bra!

Best wishes for a safe procedure and speedy recovery!

I love the idea of treating myself to pedicures in lieu of food treats!

LOL... He is not actually Dr. House, just has a similar bedside manner...brusque, rude, condescending. Not easy to have a conversation with...

Everyone tells me how brilliant he is... And that bedside manner is not important. He is the only doc covered by my insurance plan, but honestly he is a bit of a jerk. I have my one week post op tomorrow ... and while I am looking forward to getting the drainage tube out, I am dreading the appt... And knowing I will have follow ups with this guy for at least a year... I realize how lucky I am that he IS a good doctor and that my insurance covered the surgery... But I do NOT like this guy one bit...

Sounds like you are doing great! I was sleeved on 10/22 and still only allowed liquid protein and broth.. Each day gets better though ... I am looking forward to being allowed soft foods like scrambled eggs...

I was sleeved on 10/22...so far all meds must be crushed or in liquid form? Is this a forever change or will I eventually be able to ingest pills again?

Good puréed suggestions! I am still on liquid post op, but I am definitely saving these! The buffalo chicken sounds really good!

I was sleeved on Monday... They told me when I left the hospital on Wed, do NOT weigh myself... All the fluids and water retention keep your weight up... I was on only ice chips for 3 days and the only weight loss I see (sadly) is on my breasts. I have post op on Tuesday... I am trying to not weigh until then.

How long before I start feeling like ME again? Any encouragement is appreciated!

Feeling good seems so long ago... I know this will pass, but right now I am feeling pretty miserable.. Lots of pain, difficulty getting my Protein down - wondering what the heck did I do to myself... Also, have to give myself blood thinner shots twice daily and empty a drain ... I don't even feel human anymore... :-; How long

I have found a squirt of sugar free Hershey's chocolate syrup improves most powders and shakes.

My surgery is in two days... a member of another support group I am in just posted this link online today. I found it very informative and helpful.

I am on Day 10 of the 2 week liquid protein diet...some days are harder than others...some days, I really don't mind...others, I could eat my dogs hind leg... Are you allowed popsicles? They really help me a lot...I don't like sugar free jello, but I have popsicles and chicken broth along with my shakes and that helps me feel sated. And lots and lots of water! Good luck!

This was a good post for me to read... I am a carboholic - breads, pasta and french fries... I get sleeved on MOnday and really hope that I lose my desire for carbs... I *think*. I don't know if it would be better to keep my desire and lose the ability to eat, or just lose the taste for it... I think it would be safer if I just didn't like warm bread and butter anymore...

My potassium is always low due to an RX for HBP. I take a supplement, but now on this liquid protein fast the levels have dropped so much that it could compromise my surgery date! I have been told to increase my supplements - I am waiting to see if my surgery scheduled for Monday gets the green light.

I get sleeved on Monday. Congrats and ya'll save some room on that losers bench!

You know, for those of you that are tired of sweet - have you tried Unjury Chicken Soup flavored protein? It looks and smells a little "off", but its really not bad. I mix it with about 1/4 cup of actual chicken broth to boost the flavor, and it's actually pretty good like that. Sometimes you need something that feels more like a meal than a dessert.

I am on the one week mark of my two week liquid protein fast...I am not as hungry as I was... but I still definitely get hungry. My doc allows broth, popsicles and sugar free jello, but no actual FOOD to snack on... I really miss chewing, and ice is out because my teeth are sensitive to cold. But my surgery date is Mon Oct 22, so I am hopeful that this last week will pass quickly! I drink a LOT of water anyway, so that has been no problem. Just. Missing. Food! )

Sorry, friend! I have no sympathy for you! My doc requires a two week ALL liquid Protein diet, no Snacks, no food AT ALL except for the Liquid Protein, broth, sugar free popsicles and sugar free Jello. I'll see your fuzziness and raise you crankiness! I am on the one week mark of my two week diet. NO FOOD AT ALL. But in all seriousness, I think a lot of it is mental. It will pass.

So... I never thought I could do it...but I am at the one week point of my two week liquid Protein fast. It *has* been hard - particularly on weekends... but I know were I to cheat, it would be all blown. I am very much an all or nothing person. The toughest part was last night - I tried a new flavor Protein powder with almond milk. N.A.S.T.Y. And, to add to that, my husband was frying pork chops for him and my sons. So, I was a LITTLE cranky last night! Saturday night, I was watching tv and heard my stomach rumbling REALLY loud...then, I realized it was my beagle snoring, so I felt better. ) Surgery is Monday, Oct 22...this too shall pass!