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I am getting discouraged I have to eat a full liquid diet for a week and I keep finding myself grumpy and stressed I don't wanna mess up !!!!! What are some good steps to take to do well with this diet

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I am getting discouraged I have to eat a full liquid diet for a week and I keep finding myself grumpy and stressed I don't wanna mess up !!!!! What are some good steps to take to do well with this diet

I have to do it for three weeks :/ I can't believe it! I start next week so I will be watching this thread for suggestions. Good luck!

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I have to start on the 27th and I'm terrified also. I want to do my best, I plan on following the instructions to the letter. I know this will be hard but I look to these posts to keep me inspired. You can do it!! I will, and you will be successful! This is our shot, one day at a time, one meal at a time! I'll be here for support. Congratulations in advance!

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I am on day 10 of a 2 weeks liquid diet. When I get hungry I eat greek yogurt, usually with a squirt of Water Enhancer (like Mio) or have broth. I'm suppossed to have 3 ensure nutritional drinks a day and I usually make an additional shake myself with Protein powder. Also I have been having Miso soup- I figure its really a vegetable broth if you strain out the seaweed & tofu. It just feels more substantial to me. I can have sugar free Jello or pudding or popsicles but I just dont care for any of those. I ended up trying each but feeding the rest to the Grandbabies. Plus of course lots of Water and ice tea.

I'm not starving, sometimes I feel kind of empty and my stomach does growl loudly when its getting time for some yogurt. I do have to keep reminding myself at the grocery store- you can't have that as I start to reach for something.

Good luck to you both, it will be fine.

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I am on day 9 of my two-week liquid-only preop diet. The first four days were awful (plus I had allergies to deal with) but I woke up on the 5th day and life didn't suck. I've always been able to deal with a growling stomach but it was the headaches and weakness that I couldn't handle - these were gone and I've been good since.

The way I see it, we're the lucky ones. By the time we get to surgery, we'll be past the hungrys. I'd hate to be someone who was allowed to eat what I wanted until the last minute. On top of dealing with recovery from surgery, who needs dealing with not being able to eat all of a sudden. No thanks.

My surgeon allowed me the occasional cup of low-sodium broth - this made a world of difference. I am not a fan of sweets and the shakes got old quick.

Hang in there, it gets better!

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Also I have been having Miso soup- I figure its really a vegetable broth if you strain out the seaweed & tofu.

I've always enjoyed miso Soup - it was ESPECIALLY delicious this past week! :lol:

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I am in day 2 of my preop diet. It really has not been bad. I have been eating sugar free Popsicles, sugar free pudding, creamed Soups (cream of chicken tastes like a pot pie to me). I have also kept myself busy to keep from thinking about food. Tomorrow will probably be a different story. I have a faculty luncheon to go to:-/ this is probably where I will lose it!

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Thank you everyone I am In day 3 and I'm struggling with the head hunger my mind wants so many things!! I've seen many diff lengths for preop diet the first two days I did bad but I've tried to step it up a lot more just testing foods and all I just miss the chewing : ( stupid head hunger

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Programs vary on how long someone should be on a liquid diet. Mine was not that long. I ate light two weeks before, and had liquids for two days before. If you're hungry during your liquid phase (you must be) make sure you're drinking Protein Shakes. I bought the Eas shakes, at Walmart. I'd throw some banana or strawberries in them, with a teaspoon or two of yogurt. Add some crushed ice, and it was a delicious smoothie. There are 17 gms of Protein in the shakes, and it will really help with hunger. I am three months out and down 58 pounds. It has been quite a journey. Good Luck to all of you.

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On day 4 of my Protein Shake only pre op diet. I'm doing well; better than I thought I would. Each time I think about how hard this is, or I get a little grouchy because I love food and I want to eat, I look at a picture of myself I don't like to remind myself why I am doing this. It has helped me a lot!

I have had a lot more head hunger than actual hunger and it does get easier as the days go on.

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My preop diet was 2 weeks of Protein shakes/bar and a light dinner (5 oz protein and 2 cups vegetables). When it gets hard or you want to "cheat", remind yourself of why you are doing this. How embarrassing would it be if you woke up from surgery only to be told they didnt perform the sleeve because your liver was too large/fatty. Also, the preop diet really helps you mentally prepare for life after surgery. You can do this!! Stay strong!! The only person you would be cheating is yourself.

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My pre op was 10 day clear liquid only with a few Protein Shakes. It's been really hard not having at least 1 meal per day.

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Body battle how is your pre op diet going? Has it gotten any easier?

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