And I'm exhausted. Is that normal? It's 7 and I'm ready for bed. I was able to drink 96 oz. of water, had 3 protein shakes and a Smart Ones meal for dinner. Does anyone know how many calories I need to consume before going into starvation mode? Because I only consumed 620 for the day, I just don't think I can drink another shake. Please, any advice....

Hi. First of al let me say good luck . I'm no expert, but will try. I would think of course you should feel tired. You have consumed much less calories than normal. So your body is gonna crash a bit. The shakes need to be your friend right now. I loved the carb control e a s shakes. I wouldn't worry about starvation. That's why you need the Protein shakes. But try to get one in every three hours. It will get better. Good luck and keep us updated.

You should have a talk with your dietitian or whoever is in the surgeons office and ask them.

Personally I believe if you are tired you aren't getting enough Protein. The pre-op diet is there to limit carbs and fat from your intake and make it primarily protein, which will give you a good amount of energy to function. This in turn will help lean your liver for surgery.

But like I said, ask the professional before doing anything against their original instructions.

I am on day 11 pre op. I'm on 3 shakes and green veg...that's it! Honestly, some days will be easier, others you'll just want to pass out from exhaustion. The count down is on, only 3days to go. If anything the weeks go quickly, even though it may not feel like it now

I am on day 11 pre op. I'm on 3 shakes and green veg...that's it! Honestly' date=' some days will be easier, others you'll just want to pass out from exhaustion. The count down is on, only 3days to go. If anything the weeks go quickly, even though it may not feel like it now [/quote']

I'm only on day 3. I can't wait until it's over!!

Luckily I only have to do it for a week, but then I think about after surgery and how it will be about a month before I can eat real food. Boo

Keep in mind you are detoxing sugar and caffeine. Get the rest you need. It took me 3-4 fats before my energy picked up again. You can do it!

I am on day 4 of seven and I am actually starting to feel really good. My energy has picked up and I am not really bothered by the rest of the family eating pizza....but banana flavored sugar free popsicles are my friend at the moment!