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Pre Op Liquid Diet...really?

Karnie

By Karnie, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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goirish78    100

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I'm almost through week 1 of 2 weeks of being on Optifast as a pre-op requirement. I'm not starving, but am definitely looking forward to this being done!

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Chellennunley    62

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I start mine wed. My diet is Clear Liquids, SF Jello, SF Popsicles and 1-3 advantage Protein Drinks. That's it. :-(. More nervous about the preop than the surgery itself! Lol

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goirish78    100

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Chellennunley, I'm right there with ya lol. Honestly, it hasn't been as bad as I thought it was going to be...just find things to keep yourself busy :)

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cindymg    629

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Slimfast? Are they joking? Get on the web and go to Unjury and or Bariatric Advantage sites. Order yourself some REAL Protein powders, mix them in a blender with some skim milk and I think you will be amazed at the difference in how you feel. Spring for the overnight shipping. You don't have to be that miserable.

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Chellennunley    62

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Chellennunley, I'm right there with ya lol. Honestly, it hasn't been as bad as I thought it was going to be...just find things to keep yourself busy :)

I started yesterday, its been alot better than I thought it would be. My son went to camp, so I knew I would not be cooking for him for a few days, and that has helped a lot! I was told after day 3, its all good. Here's hoping! When I get hungry, I eat a popsicle or drink some Water. Its helping so far...We got this!

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sirbrewz    30

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I am on my next to the last day of preoperative. My surgery is thurs. I have been doing one premiere Protein Shake for Breakfast, one shake for lunch, one serving lean Protein and non-starchy vegetables for dinner. I have been drinking a lot of Water and walking each day. The water and the walking seem to help me with hunger. I really, really don't want to have to lose the same weight twice.

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Karnie    66

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I am on my next to the last day of preoperative. My surgery is thurs. I have been doing one premiere Protein Shake for breakfast, one shake for lunch, one serving lean Protein and non-starchy vegetables for dinner. I have been drinking a lot of Water and walking each day. The water and the walking seem to help me with hunger. I really, really don't want to have to lose the same weight twice.

Sounds like you are on the right path! I wish you well!!

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