Im only on day 2 of a 3 week pre op liquid diet. But I've only consumed between 400-450 calories a day. Is that good or bad? I have a ton of Water thru the day and a Protein shake for Breakfast, I get hunger headaches midday an i have Jello then an hour later im having lunch which is Soup broth or a Protein Shake... By dinner time im starving an i have creamed soup with jello and/or a popsicle. But im only having about 450 calories. Should i have more? I just want this to be over.

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You'll have to ask your doctor. They should've told you a very specific diet plan to follow. I would give their office a call and ask.

Yes that's about normal for the pre op diet. Just be sure to get your protein in, the hunger will go away if you make sure to have 3-4 protein shakes. I lost 14 lbs in 2 weeks on the pre op

That was me until 4:30 today. Today is my day 3 my surgery is Monday, I only had to do the diet for 1 week, but I called my dr because I felt so weak and sick. They allowed me to go up to 800 cals and at least 80 g of protein. No carbs at all but I can have nuts, chicken and egg to eat in addition to my shakes. I feel so relieved!!! I would call!!! Good luck to you

You'll have to ask your doctor. They should've told you a very specific diet plan to follow. I would give their office a call and ask.

yes, i agree. your dr should have gave you a listing of what you can/cant have. best to follow your dr.

i was told i am getting my liver gorgeous for surgery and not to get all hung up on calories (as i was doing 2 1/2 all liquid diet)....i drank all day long...SF popsicles saved me before and after surgery...it does get easier even though right now it dont seem like it... .day 5 it was for me like it was no big deal anymore...its a mind game with yourself and YOU are stronger then you give yourself credit for....hang in there.