I am on a pre op diet for 2 weeks, just wrapping up week 1. I am so weak, no energy and at times feel like I am going to pass out.

I can eat 3 meals per day that consist of a Protien and some veggies. No fruit, nuts, dairy or sugar!

I can hardly stand to get off the couch - forget about exercise!!

Anyone else experiencing this?

Glad you're feeling better! The first week of my pre-op diet was hard' date=' I slept a lot. I am also taking in ~ 80 grams of Protein, usually through a pre-made shake (my favorite so far is the Premier brand with 30 grams per shake). Try a chocolate flavor shake to see if that helps with your chocolate cravings.

When I'm really feeling rough, I put the shake in a blender with half a frozen banana and a small tablespoon of Peanut Butter and it does the trick. It's super energizing and tastes like a treat.[/quote']

Thanks Jacqs!

I am definitely going to try some great Protien drinks during that phase. Right now to drink a Protien drink I have to mix it with Water. It's tolerable to a point probably because I used peanut butter chocolate Protien mix however it hasn't made me want another one!

I'm on day two and I feel horrible. Had to leave work early today because I was so tired I couldn't function. fortunately my pre op diet is only a week. Surgery the 29th. I wish I could have a lean cuisine meal our something!

Thanks Jacqs!

I am definitely going to try some great Protien drinks during that phase. Right now to drink a Protien drink I have to mix it with Water. It's tolerable to a point probably because I used Peanut Butter chocolate Protien mix however it hasn't made me want another one!

Try EAS advantage Dark Rich Chocolate pre-mixed Protein shakes. It has a really good chocolate flavor and it does not have lactose in it (I don't think, I would have to check.), but they aren't bad at all.