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I'd love to get in on the support texting!! My surgery is Dec 3rd in Greenville, SC!! Had EGD done Friday and went well. ( Awesome drugs knocked me out and that was some of the best sleep I've have in a long time. I have a high tolerance to things like that so I was surprised I came home and slept most of day my husband said. So if you haven't had it done, just plan a long day sleeping!! I had to do a pre-op 4 week diet with a medical food brand called Optifast to shrink my liver. Our surgeons require it. It's 5 liquid meals a day plus 1 high Protein 4oz protein, chicken etc and 1 cup of veggies and a fruit. I lost 15.5 lbs in the first 2 weeks-heading into my 3rd week now!! My number is 864-979-7852 so text and introduce yourself. I've got some great info on things to take with you to the hospital that your Dr probably won't tell you from my postop friends that were lifesavers!! Congrats to everyone on this journey we are beginning!!

I'd love to get in on the support texting!! My surgery is Dec 3rd in Greenville, SC!! Had EGD done Friday and went well. ( Awesome drugs knocked me out and that was some of the best sleep I've have in a long time. I have a high tolerance to things like that so I was surprised I came home and slept most of day my husband said. So if you haven't had it done, just plan a long day sleeping!! I had to do a pre-op 4 week diet with a medical food brand called Optifast to shrink my liver. Our surgeons require it. It's 5 liquid meals a day plus 1 high Protein 4oz protein, chicken etc and 1 cup of veggies and a fruit. I lost 15.5 lbs in the first 2 weeks-heading into my 3rd week now!! My number is 864-979-7852 so text and introduce yourself. I've got some great info on things to take with you to the hospital that your Dr probably won't tell you from my postop friends that were lifesavers!! Congrats to everyone on this journey we are beginning!!

I'd love to get in on the support texting!! My surgery is Dec 3rd in Greenville, SC!! Had EGD done Friday and went well. ( Awesome drugs knocked me out and that was some of the best sleep I've have in a long time. I have a high tolerance to things like that so I was surprised I came home and slept most of day my husband said. So if you haven't had it done, just plan a long day sleeping!! I had to do a pre-op 4 week diet with a medical food brand called Optifast to shrink my liver. Our surgeons require it. It's 5 liquid meals a day plus 1 high Protein 4oz protein, chicken etc and 1 cup of veggies and a fruit. I lost 15.5 lbs in the first 2 weeks-heading into my 3rd week now!! My number is 864-979-7852 so text and introduce yourself. I've got some great info on things to take with you to the hospital that your Dr probably won't tell you from my postop friends that were lifesavers!! Congrats to everyone on this journey we are beginning!!

I'd love to get in on the support texting!! My surgery is Dec 3rd in Greenville, SC!! Had EGD done Friday and went well. ( Awesome drugs knocked me out and that was some of the best sleep I've have in a long time. I have a high tolerance to things like that so I was surprised I came home and slept most of day my husband said. So if you haven't had it done, just plan a long day sleeping!! I had to do a pre-op 4 week diet with a medical food brand called Optifast to shrink my liver. Our surgeons require it. It's 5 liquid meals a day plus 1 high Protein 4oz protein, chicken etc and 1 cup of veggies and a fruit. I lost 15.5 lbs in the first 2 weeks-heading into my 3rd week now!! My number is 864-979-7852 so text and introduce yourself. I've got some great info on things to take with you to the hospital that your Dr probably won't tell you from my postop friends that were lifesavers!! Congrats to everyone on this journey we are beginning!!

Since I've come to this site exactly one month ago, I have been "collecting" tips as I've come across them. I was just keeping them for myself, and then I realized they may be helpful to someone else. I'll bookmark this page and update it as I come across new and valuable info. Most of these are direct quotes, and had I known I was going to share this I would have kept the original poster's name to give them credit for the tips, but alas, I did not. So, thank you to everyone who may have contributed, and keep the good stuff coming!
Tips pre op
Chew on Sonic ice
Try freezing Protein Shakes
Tips after surgery
Gas-X thin strips
Clear G2
Lip moisturizer
Room-temp Water
Thermometer
Smooth Move tea
Try freezing Protein shakes
Applesauce to aid in pooping (can add crushed vitamins)
Torani syrups
Hospital
Fem wipes
2 phone chargers
Computer charger
Phones
Computer
Earplugs
Eye mask
Own pillow – not white (so you remember to take it home)
Biotene mouth spray
Glade plug-in
pureed Stage
Mashed potatoes with cheese and/or garlic and added unflavored Protein powder
Plain Greek yogurt flavored with various protein powders
Cottage cheese mixed with milk and Muscle Milk cake batter Protein Powder (tastes like cheesecake)
pureed split pea Soup
Pureed bean soup
Pureed chili
Huevos rancheros without the tortilla
Cream of wheat with chocolate or vanilla protein powder
String cheese
Deviled ham
Hummus
Squash with added unflavored protein powder
Egg salad
Pureed tuna fish with mayo and mustard
And leftover from full liquids.... unflavored protein powder added to cream of shrimp, cream of asparagus, tortilla soup base, strained miso soup, egg drop soup, lobster bisque, butternut squash soup, etc. and I STILL drink a big protein/fiber smoothie everyday.
recipes
1 scoop Muscle Milk cake batter protein powder. 1/2 scoop banana protein powder, 1 scoop Raw Fiber, 1/2 banana, 1 squirt Torani hazelnut Syrup, 8 oz. water, 8 oz. milk, and enough ice to bring it to 24oz.
Check out the Syntrax Nectar and Muscle Milk powders. Between those and Torani syrups, the possibilities are endless. I'm having a strawberry lemonade smoothie today.... Syntrax lemonade, fresh pureed strawberries, fiber supplement and water. Oh yeah, and the Muscle Milk red velvet cake with Torani caramel syrup is to die for! And if you like Peanut Butter.... Syntrax matrix vanilla with PB2 powder.
-Chocolate Premier Protein shake (30g Protein)
-2 Tbsp. of PB2 (This is a dry mix of Peanut Butter, the healthiest form of Peanut Butter, has 5 grams of Protein for 2 Tbsp.)
-1 Tbsp. Cocoa Powder Unsweetened
-1/2 Banana
-6 Ice Cubes (give or take)
Total Protein: 35g
-2 Scoops Protein Powder
-1/2 Cup Almond Milk
-2 Tbsp. of PB2
-1 Tbsp. Cocoa Powder Unsweetened
-1/2 Banana
-6 Ice Cubes (give or take)
1/4 no sugar added apple juice, a tablespoon pedialite and the rest water
Diluted Crystal Light and Low salt broth (with a scoop of GENEPRO unflavored protein) are also yummy
Ricotta with 1 or 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce with a layer of shredded mozzarella warmed in the microwave.
Unjury strawberry sorbet protein Breakfast (mixed with 3 oz. apple juice, water and lots of ice)
Sample day post op:
I keep a 2-quart jug and a 24-oz Tervis tumbler (with a handle) both at home and at work.
I count my breakfast Premier Protein Shake as a meal, not a Fluid. (30 grams of protein)
30-60 minutes later, I have a cup of coffee. (Count it as a fluid if you like.)
After that, I drink a 24-oz. tumbler of Decaf, sugar-free iced tea, like Crystal Light throughout the morning. (Lots of frequent sips)
Then I walk for 40+ minutes.
Then it's lunchtime - tuna salad or chicken salad, or leftover protein from dinner. (16-22 grams of protein) and maybe a bite of veggies if there's room.
About 45 minutes after lunch, I'll fill another 24-oz tumbler of iced tea and sip that throughout the afternoon, finishing by 30 minutes before my afternoon snack.< /p>
At around 4:00, my afternoon snack is usually a Greek yogurt (12 grams of protein) or some leftovers. (This is also a good time to get in some veggies or a V-8 if you're getting enough protein at other times.)
Maybe a cup of hot tea in the later afternoon. (Count it as a fluid you like.)
Then dinner – again, getting 20-25 grams of protein from lean steak, fish, chicken, or pork, and maybe a bite or two of veggies.
Finally, another 24-oz cup of iced tea or water 30-45 minutes after dinner that I sip throughout the evening.
If I'm hungry later, sugar-free Jell-O or sugar-free popsicles are good. And if I'm short on protein or still hungry, another yogurt or protein shake. (I'm not worried about the calories because this menu only provides 700-900 per day.)

Hey All!! I'm Dec. 3rd too!! Woohoo!! I have to do a 4 week preop diet here in South Carolina. I'm 2 weeks in and have lost 14 lbs!! It hasn't been easy but I have stuck totally to it!! Not cheated once!! That's bc I just keep thinking how bad I want this and am just so ready!! Got a great mindset right now!! Would love to keep up with everyone along the journey!! Smile --- we are almost there!!

Hey All!! I'm Dec. 3rd too!! Woohoo!! I have to do a 4 week preop diet here in South Carolina. I'm 2 weeks in and have lost 14 lbs!! It hasn't been easy but I have stuck totally to it!! Not cheated once!! That's bc I just keep thinking how bad I want this and am just so ready!! Got a great mindset right now!! Would love to keep up with everyone along the journey!! Smile --- we are almost there!!

Hey All!! I'm Dec. 3rd too!! Woohoo!! I have to do a 4 week preop diet here in South Carolina. I'm 2 weeks in and have lost 14 lbs!! It hasn't been easy but I have stuck totally to it!! Not cheated once!! That's bc I just keep thinking how bad I want this and am just so ready!! Got a great mindset right now!! Would love to keep up with everyone along the journey!! Smile --- we are almost there!!

Jonathan,
Thank you for such wonderful advice.
I am scheduled for rny dec 3 and had to start a 4 week liquid diet last week.
I have waited a long time for this and jumped through many hoops to get to this point so I have been sticking strictly to the pre-op diet and have not cheated once. Results were an 8 lb weight loss in first week.
I am happy with that weight loss but I'm starting to feel down/depressed bc I think I will miss food but not only miss food but the social aspects that surround food. I hear it is normal up maybe get depressed AFTER surgery and mourn food-but did you feel like this sometimes before surgery? Or like when you knew you were eating your last "whatever " food that was a favorite? I'm getting down thinking I'll miss food now that I'm in the point of no return if I'm going to start this journey. Well, I really started the journey the day I started this liquid and have to face the fact I no longer can eat those comfort foods. I'm just sad but want the surgery so bad that I'm just trying to tell myself I hate food. I'm just so confused . Did anyone else feel this way?? Help!

Congratulations!!! I'm waiting on that call this week and it seems like the longest time!! Ughh! I'm so ready to know my date!!!

Welcome!! Great advice from Miss Mac. I'm in S.C. And will be having the surgery in about 4-5 weeks. My dr. Requires a 4 week liquid and high Protein diet for 4 weeks and I don't know if I get to start it next week-I should be able to. My insurance company called me today and said I was approved and they had faxed it to my dr this morning so I'm just waiting to hear from my nurse in the morning to see when I can start the preop diet . Stay on this forum-lots of great info!!! Good luck!!!

Congratulations!!! I'm waiting on that call this week and it seems like the longest time!! Ughh! I'm so ready to know my date!!!

My Surgeon sets a goal for you to lose on your pre-op diet and you must make it or it will postpone your surgery. He said 95% of the clients make it bc they stick to it totally. It makes me nervous so I'm only putting in my mouth what is scheduled for preop!! Good luck!!