Pre-Op Diet Questions

[BeccaG 5]

I know I need to discuss this with my surgeons office, but I was wondering if you guys had an idea....

I've had bad Migraines my entire life, and artificial sweeteners are big triggers for me. No Crystal Light, no sugar free Popsicles, etc. How will I make the Pre-op diet work?

[raindrop1999 15]

sugar free SHOULD BE WHATU DO EAT

[Maddysgram 6,159]

Your right, you should discuss this with your bariatric staff.

Does Stevia affect you, since its a natural sweetener?

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,722]

id def discuss with the dr's.

on my preop, i could not have any sugar (and the items i could have)

contained those artificial items.

they may have an alternative plan for you.

again, best to ask the dr as they are the ones who will

be doing the surgery and can offer you the best advice.

[BeccaG 5]

Honestly, I've never tried Stevia. It wasn't worth the gamble for me as a bad Migraine can lay me up for days. I can live without all the above mentioned things, for sure. Just concerned about getting through the Pre-op diet. I'll definitely talk to my surgeon.

[foodfriend 1]

Hello Becca, I haven't had my surgery yet and I am too a Migraine sufferer. It does worry me somewhat, wondering if the Migraines could get worse during all this? Could you try just a little bit of honey for your sweetener? Getting used to just a little, might help? Keep me updated on how your doing. I'm new to this site, so hopefully I'll find ya again.

[Rojasanoll 920]

I buy Stevia at Walmart or Fresh N Easy stores. Very reasonable and its a natural ingredient. Been around for over 2000 years.

[megamomnj 334]

I have been getting Migraines for over 20 years now. I have been doing great since I was banded in the beginning of November. Not one Migraine since. I did have two during my two week pre-op, I think from the lack I eating. I don't really drink crystal light because of the artificial sweetener. I drink mostly Water, Decaf hot tea, and unsweetened iced tea.

I did talk to my surgeon about my migraines before I had surgery though so I would definitely consult your doctor. I too was worried but have been great. Good luck!!