Can somebody please tell me why I have to do two weeks liquid diet and some people get to do 1 week or even just three days

Different doctors have different requirements based on their own research, experience and surgical preferences.

Do what you were instructed to do, regardless of what you read here.

From what i have understood the liquid pre-op is to shrink the fat around your liver making the surgery safer. I guess every surgeon is different. Mine also requires a 2 week liquid diet

How r u doing? im on day 5 of the liquids 5 protein shakes a day im still feeling hunger. Any suggestions

I am on day 6 of my 2 week liquids. I am having a hard time drinking the protein drinks right now. My hunger pains are not as high as days1-3. I am literally forcing myself to get the 60 grams of protein drink in and reach the 800 calorie intake he wants during this time frame. I do get the 64 ounces of water in with no problem. I see my surgeon today so hoping he can get me back on track with this liquid Pre-op diet.

How r u doing? im on day 5 of the liquids 5 Protein shakes a day im still feeling hunger. Any suggestions

Just know that this and the post op "diet" are done for a reason. It's hard! I know but the purpose of it is to get your body ready for surgery.

As for the post op diet I see a lot of people that want to "cheat" on that.. It is not a diet in place to lose weight. It's to let your stomach that has been cut apart and stapled back together again heal.

It's all a challenge yes! But you will be so happy you did it. Hang in there you can do it

The higher the BMI-- the longer your liquid pre-op diet should be. Surgeon's who do not require the pre-op diet are most likely not at a bariatric standard of excellence center. Be happy your doc ordered it. He knows what he is doing. Don't cheat. This will also help mentally prepare you for the post-op phase.

Good read here

http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/topic/78443-the-pre-op-diet-is-not-a-punishment-its-an-opportunity/

I asked my doctor's office if I would have to do the two week pre-op diet and was told no. When I asked why not, I was told that it all depends of you BMI. I plan on doing at least 2-3 days of liquids before the surgery so that I can get used to having only liquids for a while.

I was told the same thing that most people are replying here, from my doctor. The amount of time on a liquid diet is determined by your BMI. Just follow doctors orders and you will do fine.