I'm super excited but super nervous. Surgery is 7/23 and I think I am more scared about the liquid diet. Will I feel hungry? Will I succeed? I made a cream summer squash soup which turned out pretty good. Separated it into separate containers then froze some for when I need it after surgery. If you want the recipe let me know. Tastes like a Turkey dinner! Does anyone else have some tips to get through the week? I want to make sure to get enough protein in. To tthose of you just starting out, hang in there!

That sounds yummy! I love squash! I'm new and don't have a date yet, so I cant really speak to the liquid diet. But you sound determined and already preplanning so you will rock it!

Thank you! Best of luck on your journey, it goes so fast

Good luck you sound very prepared! I would love the recipe if you are willing to share.

I was a little hungry during the first day or two of liquid preop but once you go into ketosis, that will stop. I threw some instant coffee in my morning shake with a little Starbucks sugar free syrup which made it much more satisfying. Blending the shakes with ice was more satisfying also. I found that lots of crystal light, mio, or Water and sugar free gum helped.

Ok here is the recipe.

1 butternut squash skin off and diced into cubes

1 large onion diced anysize

2 cloves of garlic cut up or minced

2 quarts of chicken stock

In a large heated pot pour a little bit chicken stock or 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Saute the garlic and onions until tender. Add the squash and the real of the chicken stock until all the veggies are covered. Bring to a boil, add salt and pepper to taste then lower heat and simmer for 20 min until squash is fork tender.

Using and emulsion blender or regular blender, blend soup until there are no chunks. Add any additional seasoning you wish.

Super easy and delish!

By the way if squash isnt your thing use whatever vegetables(s) you want

Thanks can't wait to make some!

Sounds so yummy!

I'm on my 2nd week of the pre op surgery is on 7/24 the first two days were tough. I'm on hmr800 shakes and they have some great recipes. Just take it one day at a time. Good luck!

I wish I had some good advice for you but I don't really have much advice lol I start my pre-op diet this Friday July 20th but mine's not an all liquid diet. I can have yogurt, cottage cheese, 3oz portion size of lean meats. I just wanted to say good luck on your pre-op diet and on surgery

First day was not so bad. Doing pretty good and not having any cravings. Made sure to drink something all day and get my protein shakes in.

Great Job!!! Keep up the good work and positive attitude!