Hello all. I tried to search energy on the board but I never got a really clear answer about energy during the pre-op diet phase. I lead a pretty busy life. I know from past experience doing the induction phase of the Adkins diet I get pretty lethargic. I was wondering how everyone managed their energy levels. Did you take any supplements, any Protein shakes better than another, what. I will not cheat but I have to be able to function over that 2 week before surgery and even the 2-3 weeks after surgery. Being low on energy makes things difficult.

I'm on day 6 of my pre op diet and I've had sooo much energy since day 2! I don't know if it's from the diet or because I'm finally feeling happier as I know this surgery and my life changing is just around the corner!!! Good luck!!! X

I felt more energy because I cut out sugar ! Amazing how sluggish sugar makes me feel.

By about a week post op you will feel pretty good. Good luck to both of you!

For me the first couple of days on liquids were lower energy but then a surge of energy came along, plus better sleep at night, etc. And as the weight comes off the rise in energy is amazing. Good luck to you as you get ready for everything. Exciting times!

When you improve your diet and start eating healthier, you'll be amazed at how much energy you ' ll have ! Only when I eat too many sweets ( my biggest , never ending problem ) do I notice my energy sagging. The more lean protein and fresh fruits and veggies I eat, the better I feel.

I was told the first few days I will have low energy because of low carbs. I take B -12 and supplement, that really help me. Please don't cheat I regret eating a few cracker two days in a roll. Make sure you're getting enough water that will help

That's true about the sleep. I've been sleeping much better than before.

I am on the second week of my pre op. I also felt terrible. Headaches that wouldn't go away, muscle aches. I think the sugar free stuff had a lot to do with it. The aspertame in it causes problems like this. I cut back on it and felt much better. I work at a pretty high paced job. I substituted a premeir protein shake as one of my meals. I feel 1000 times better now.

Breakfast Protein shake with coffee

30 min later 1/2 cup liquid your choice low sugar or none

30 min later same

30 min same

lunch 1/2 cup creamy Soup

30 min later drink

30 min drink

30 min drink

Snack Jello or yogurt

dinner soup 1/2 cup

30 min Protein Shake again before bed helps blood sugars.

Drink drink drink!

Think as if it was your million dollar meal and you only get it once. Enjoy the flavor and rich creamy texture and play with your food and shakes helps too. I like to stir things more and sip sip sip.

Hope this helps oh yes!

If you hold more then 1/2 cup of food or liquids that's ok too.

Kayleena