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Pre op

So im having surgery on June 28 with Dr Garcia, I really didn't have to complete a pre op diet but I'm doing so anyway. (HCG Injections) wondering is this a bad thing or what???

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I've done HCG, and I'm not a big fan. Didn't really do anything except make my wallet thinner. I would think eating a sensible balanced diet would help you the best. Get started figuring out your proteins, start pounding back the water, because dehydration is b***h. Maybe a week out go full on liquids and go from there. Good luck with your surgery!

yes, the pre op diet is a drag. but it helps to shrink your liver so the surgeon has an easier time. You can do it!

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Thanks guys... It's really a drag...

Try not to think of it as a drag. Think of the good thing you are doing for yourself. Better to get used to all liquid now then after the surgery when you are uncomfortable. Plus as was already stated get your liver ready!

Be proud of yourself for doing this very hard thing and don't even think about food.

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I've asked this on another thread, but here goes again. Pre-op diet with Dr. Garcia says 2 protein shakes per day with a lite dinner. Is anyone doing low carb, low cal, low fat? Instructions were vague.

Good Question! I have to start Dr. Garcia's diet next month. I found the Lean Shakes at GNC to be really tasty. They are 170 calories, 25 grams of protein, 2 grams of sugar and 6 total carbs. It keeps you full a long time and comes in chocolate, strawberry and vanilla bean! They come 4 in a pack for about $10!

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Whats the name of the shakes I would like to try them out.

I don't have a GNC close. :(

Do you have a Vitamin Shoppe close? They have similar stuff to GNC.

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