I had a question that answers are purely of opinion, but I just wanted to know what others might do in my situation.

I know some people do not have a pre-op diet required by their surgeons. My doctor does requires it and I started on Wednesday of this week. I'm managing OK two full days in, but I have a brunch meeting tomorrow that I cannot miss.

Would you eat the most sensible item on the menu (high proten, low fat) or do your best to not eat at all?

On my diet I am limited to 1,000 calories a day with at least 50g of Protein and no more than 35g of fat. I can have shakes, up to 2 cups of non-starchy veggies and 2 tbsp of non-fat salad dressing. I have been having 4-5 shakes (approx 200 cals) a day with plain non-starchy veggies throughout the day.

So, let's face it... I'm not going to be able to sit there while everyone else is eating real food, while I pretend I am full from a shake and that I don't want anything. I'm thinking I could do a shake before I go and maybe do egg whites maybe some grilled veggies and a side salad with no dressing.

If I had a choice I just wouldn't go, but I need to be there.

Lend me your thoughts, ideas and strategies. Thanks in advance!

Perhaps a salad with some chicken or other lean meat would be a good compromise? If I couldn't avoid eating pre-op, that's probably what I would have done. I don't know if these people are aware of your situation or not, so if they were, not eating wouldn't be a huge shock.

the salad with lean protein is the best idea I think. maybe do a chefs salad with mixed greens (baby spinach included) chicken breast, a hard boiled egg, and low fat cheese if you can. all that protein will fill you up. also drink a huge glass of water before you go as well as a shake. maybe it will help. if you eat very very slowly you may just fill up and actually be full.