I am having a real problem with what I'm allowed to have for pre-op. broth makes me gag, and I can't even stand the smell of it, the Protein shakes are kind of icky, but I can at least get them down. I figured out putting cinnamon, nutmeg and a little vanilla extract actually makes the vanilla ones taste kind of ok. I'm not hungry, but I am starting to stare longingly at food. I won't do it, but I sure do want a bite! Will this ever end??? I emailed the dietitian and asked her if I can strain all the solids out of Soup and just drink that broth. At least that has some flavor to it. And I can actually manage to swallow it. And I can't exist on Jello and popsicles alone. Just venting here.

I am having a real problem with what I'm allowed to have for pre-op. broth makes me gag, and I can't even stand the smell of it, the Protein shakes are kind of icky, but I can at least get them down. I figured out putting cinnamon, nutmeg and a little vanilla extract actually makes the vanilla ones taste kind of ok. I'm not hungry, but I am starting to stare longingly at food. I won't do it, but I sure do want a bite! Will this ever end??? I emailed the dietitian and asked her if I can strain all the solids out of soup and just drink that broth. At least that has some flavor to it. And I can actually manage to swallow it. And I can't exist on Jello and popsicles alone. Just venting here.

I completely agree! I am almost to day 3 of my 10 day pre-op and I already hate my strawberry sorbet protein shakes! Luckily I have chocolate and vanilla too. As for the broth, I just loaded it up with pepper. Just finished some jello and Popsicles will be in a little while. I completely emphasize with you! WE can do this!!! I just keep thinking of the purpose and how much I desire a new me

I read somewhere on here that some people get vanilla or flavorless Protein shakes and stir in a bit of sugar free pudding. That way you can have different flavors. I plan on doing this after surgery when I get bored. I bought the flavorless shake from the powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury website.

Been there LOL. It will be over soon. Pretty soon you will be fussing about what you cannot have after surgery. Focus. Relax. Keep yourself busy. Read every post and see what others are experiencing. Count your many blessings. It is so worth it! Hugs and good luck!