So im on day one of the required 3 day clear liquid diet. Its awful...i have a horrible headache..that I cant take anything for...I have heartburn...from Jello and broth??wth? I started my TOM today, and have had loose bm....and still have to cook for my family while im starving..

Did anyone else do the 3 day clears before surgery? Any survival tips? does it get better?

I know its worth it but...just needed to vent!

Oh Fluff, hang in there!! You can do this!! Just think of the road ahead of you and how it will all pay off! I'm sorry you're having a rough time, but you did day 1, so you are on your way! Good luck with your banding!!

My surgery is the same day and I only have to do 1 day pre-op of clear liquids tomorrow. So not looking forward to it! Did you try a cup of tea or black coffee? I know some doctors tell you no caffiene but mine said I didn't drink alot so I would be okay. The caffiene would help with the headache. Hope that helps!

I'm on day 7 of a clear liquid diet. You don't have to do it as long as me ... but day 3 and 4 were really not that bad. It helped to be working and away from the house where all the good food was. :]

I was banded 4 1/2 weeks ago. The liquid diet wasn't too bad for me, but the first day or two were the worst. I took a protein supplement suggested by TrueResults and my surgeon, called Protein Bullet. They have 42 grams of protein. The protein helped me not feel hungry, although I did crave alot of foods. I think there were 12 of the little bottles in the box and it cost $36 (I believe). A little pricey on my budget and they don't taste that great, but they really helped me. So, maybe you can try a supplement really high in protein. Good Luck to you.

P.S. I did lose at least 5 lbs on the liquid diet.

Hang in there girl!! I am down to the last 4 days of my 16 day liquid diet.. The first couple days were really hard. Now that I am down to the last week its really not that bad. I am to be banded this Fri. the 15th.. You can do it!! Really try to get your mind off of food. I know the first couple days I thought about food all the time. I just try to keep busy. I too have to cook for my family and that was rough.. Good thing is I am down 12 pounds.. YaY!!

Fluff, how are you today????

Ok do I have this right.. After the surgery I have to go on liquids for TWO WEEKS :thumbup: OMG i will starve.. are you hungry during this phase? I can imagine that after the surgery you dont feel like eating for some time but I dont know if I'd last that long on liquids :laugh:

So, today is day three of my clear liquids and tom. is surgery!!! YAY! I survived! no cheating! Yay again...and let me tell you that the first day was the worst..today much better..not really that hungry but am having heart burn..i will say that i hate jello. I had alittle bit yesterday but none today. so here's to a sucessful wonderful surgery!!!!

Congrats!!! Let us know how the surgery went!! Cant wait to hear of the great success you will have..

surgery went great. recovering. in pain but would do it again for sure!

It does suck--you're right. But it's time-limited--and for a good cause.

You'll get through it. It is hard, but worth it.

Congratulations, cant wait to hear your success story..

:thumbup:YaY!!!! Glad to hear that you are doing good. I know there is some pain that comes with it. Real encouraging to hear you say that you would do again... Keep us posted!! Congratulations to your new journey.. 2 more days until mine begins...FRIDAY,, FRIDAY... Woo Hoo...

A word about post-op. follow the dr directions, this is the time you can loose lots of weight. When you get to the non clear foods try Egg Drop soup, lots of protiene. Also

I was not really that hungry those first few weeks it was more head hunger and having that feeling that I would never be able to eat again. I wish I had someone wispering in my ear: { You will be able to eat } So just take your time and follow the path, do not push real foods too soon, you will get to them eventually so take your time.

I am preparing myself for my pre-op tomorrow, and I am excited and nervous...I've been on the hunt for a good protein shake, and I've been taking 2 shakes a day for the past 3 days. Today I've been feeling super blah...not really hungry, but no energy...I know the liquid diet is going to be hard - I know this whole thing is going to be hard...but I have to do it. I was going through all the posts here, and Fluffy - I wish you a speedy recovery. My surgery is scheduled for the 25th, and I can't wait! Please keep us posted as to how things are coming along - I am cheering for you!!! You too Tabitha Lynn...