Hi everyone. Im new here so please bare with me. Im scheduled for the sleeve on February 4th in Mexico with Dr. Joya. The clear liquid pre and post op diet, are you drinking clear liquid protien drinks?

Thanks

No, just Water, clear broths, etc. You DO need to focus on getting liquid in but missing Protein for the first couple days is OK.

Thank you but what about the 14 days pre op?

Your surgeon should give you a list of what they want you eating. For me, it was more calorie restriction, but they're all different. It sounds like yours wants you on a liquid diet. Do you have any paperwork from them with a list of acceptable things?

I guess I need to ask them more about it. Im going to Mexico so I already feel like im not getting enough info. Ya know, no preop qualifications. No nutrition classes or anything.

I was given "Optifast" for the two weeks. Note that the two weeks is on a "Full Fast" - but not "Clear Liquids". On full fast most is 'milshake consistancy'. On Clear liquids (usually just the day or two before and after the surgery, you need to be able to see through...

Does this make any sense???

Thank you but what about the 14 days pre op?

Im gonna have to plan. I don't drink milk. I could probably use rice milk though. Yes makes sense. Thanks

I looked at reviews of unflavored Protein powder and picked one with good reviews (Isopure zero carb), I've been able to add it to Jello, pudding, Soups and mashed potatoes.

Also when I was in the hospital they gave us Sunkist protein shots, they taste a lot better then the other protein shots I've tried. I've had a hard time finding them but would recommend them if you can find them.

The protein is so important to heal properly and so your body knows your not starving.