I'm on day 5 of pre op and starving!

[allysonk2009 3]

I'm on my 5th day of pre op liquid diet and I'm starving I feel like I can't do it anymore ! The shakes aren't doing it for me I don't want to give up I feel so so weak.

[Cheer Mama 166]

Are you taking in enough Protein? That was and still is my biggest problem. On my pre diet I had to try to get in close to 60g of Protein. It was much easier before than after the surgery.

There is also Isopure clear drinks with a LOT of protein in them. I added flavor to them to make them more palatable.

I guess what I am trying to say is get in enough protein because it will 'fill' you up. Oh, don't forget to drink lots of Water also......

Good luck!

[DonRodolfo 1,416]

I'm on my 5th day of pre op liquid diet and I'm starving I feel like I can't do it anymore ! The shakes aren't doing it for me I don't want to give up I feel so so weak.

You didn't cheat did you? It'll only prolong the misery.

I'm pretty pathetic and mine only lasted 4 days.

[ShariM735 189]

I'm on day six. Haven't had a problem all week, but this morning I would have killed for a slice of toast. My husband was eating toast while I was drinking my shake and I found myself feeling angry with him for enjoying it. Then, thank heaven, the humor of it hit me. I want this so much and I'm getting all bent out of shape over toast??? LOL. I'm going to hang in there because I CAN do this!

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[Beach Lover 1,084]

I drink Premier Protein drinks they have 30g of Protein per drink. They are the best tasting one I have found and seems to be the one most of us drink. You can get it at Sam's or costco. I had to do 2 weeks of the liquid diet before the surgery. There are several reasons for this liquid diet. The first one is to shrink your liver it stores fat and needs to be shrunk so it isn't in the way as much during the surgery. The 2nd reason is it helps you get a handle on your food addiction. You will get a head start on what your new life is going to be only later you will get food as well! Head hunger is mean and that is what is going on. Once your surgery is done sometimes you will think you are hungry but you are actually experiencing head hunger. It will drive you crazy but it does get easier and easier. I am 5 weeks post op and doing much better with it. This is your time to be very honest with yourself and recognize your food addictions. This is when you will begin to modify your life so that your sleeve will be successful for life. If you don't get a grip on it then you will eventually gain weight back. Believe it or not my typing this is a reaffirmation for myself that I must continually stay on top of this monster and fix my own problems. With all that said my doctor did tell me when I was going nuts and very hungry that I could do a very lean small piece of meat with some steamed vegetables. I did this like every 3rd day for my pre op and it made the world of difference for me. Good luck on your journey...............you got this!

[CorvetteGirl 78]

I'm on day six also, and it can really suck sometimes. I try to distract myself when it really bugs me out and that works pretty well. When I do get through it, I feel very empowered and proud of myself.

If anything, this is a good mindset learning experience prior to getting sleeved.

[Tre'jon Campbell 1]

I drink premier Protein drinks they have 30g of Protein per drink. They are the best tasting one I have found and seems to be the one most of us drink. You can get it at Sam's or costco. I had to do 2 weeks of the liquid diet before the surgery. There are several reasons for this liquid diet. The first one is to shrink your liver it stores fat and needs to be shrunk so it isn't in the way as much during the surgery. The 2nd reason is it helps you get a handle on your food addiction. You will get a head start on what your new life is going to be only later you will get food as well! <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> Head hunger is mean and that is what is going on. Once your surgery is done sometimes you will think you are hungry but you are actually experiencing head hunger. It will drive you crazy but it does get easier and easier. I am 5 weeks post op and doing much better with it. This is your time to be very honest with yourself and recognize your food addictions. This is when you will begin to modify your life so that your sleeve will be successful for life. If you don't get a grip on it then you will eventually gain weight back. Believe it or not my typing this is a reaffirmation for myself that I must continually stay on top of this monster and fix my own problems. With all that said my doctor did tell me when I was going nuts and very hungry that I could do a very lean small piece of meat with some steamed vegetables. I did this like every 3rd day for my pre op and it made the world of difference for me. Good luck on your journey...............you got this! <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

Thanks so much :,)

[ShariM735 189]

Thanks Beachlover and Corvettegirl, not having a problem now. I should have no complaints because I can have lean meat and veggies tonight. I've never been much of a bread or potato eater, but knowing I can't have them is messing with my brain. I do like Premier shakes. They taste good, are ready to drink, and filling. I love the support from this group. And yes, I've got this!

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[allysonk2009 3]

I haven't cheated, in just so hungry. The broth and Water Ice is making me sick. I know it's not head hunger my stomach is killing me

[Susmcmur 124]

It's like a wall you need to break through; if anything, I would add a shake. The Protein and calories won't hurt you and the cravings and hunger may be held at bay!

[PaulaJ 35]

I'm on day 10 of my 14 day liquid Pre-op. You can do it!

[allysonk2009 3]

Has the shakes or broth or anything been triggering gag reflexes? Everything I've been doing the past 3 days have made me gag.

[ca_medic5 75]

My pre-op say try Metamucil capsules

[MIJourney 490]

I haven't cheated, in just so hungry. The broth and Water Ice is making me sick. I know it's not

head hunger my stomach is killing me

What are you drinking calories and grams of Protein per day?