Okay, so I am on day 11 of my 28 day pre op diet and (pardon my swearing) the **** is hitting the fan! Yes, I really want this, yes I know the deal with the liver, but no, I have not been perfect. I emailed one of the medical assistants at my surgeon's office who had the sleeve within the last year and all she could say was to get back on track. No admitting she herself struggled or cheated a little. I need someone who gets it! I am HURTING. I literally start hurting in my stomach and shaking. At that point, I have to grab a spoonful of peanut butter to calm my system down. I have 3 small children and I am home alone with them during the day. I simply can't afford to pass out! I really feel like I will. The medical community just says to stick to it but what about when this happens? Someone help please. I have lost 22 pounds already but I need to get to 35. I don't want to mess this up but I don't want to pass out either. This is sucking so bad. I just don't have anywhere to turn and I'm frustrated!!

I had 10 day liquid preop, no food. V8 juice in small amounts was what saved me. Make sure you are getting enough protein. I bought plain protein powder and mixed it in broth also. I didn't cheat because I was to scared to but it wasn't easy. My surgery was monday and the surgeon said he could tell that I had stuck with it. I figured it would be worth it in the long run. Hang in there.

I'm at the end of day 5 of my 14 day diet. I cheated a little. My daughter left about a quarter of her 6 inch Italian sub and I ate it. But I still have 2 of my 4 Protein shakes left. So I guess the carbs from e bread was bad but I'm sure I haven't gone over my 1,000 calories. I have had bad stomach pains today. Is anyone else having problems with stomach pains?

I will start my 7 day pre-op diet on Tuesday. We will see how I do. I can't see myself cheating on it because it is all about shrinking the liver. I don't want my liver accidentally harmed.

I will be watching my family at Thanksgiving dinner, oh and cooking it too.

I am dreading it.

Nobodynowhere, I can't even imagine 28 days. However....keep your eye on the future.

I am on day 4 of 10 of my preop. Clear liquids and 3 protien shakes a day. It is terribly hard. I did cheat on day 2- took the kids to the movies and had about one handful of popcorn.