Complain on... let it out...

We are all here for each other..

In my case, I was told that my liquid diet is set to be three weeks, as I am having two hernia repairs, and room is needed in there for all of this.. Not cool...

I just want a burger. That's it. Then I can die happy. The urge to hit a drive thru on the way home was absolutely crazy but I did. Doesn't feel like a victory though.

It's day four, and I don't feel terrible. Just somewhat fuzzy-brained & fatigued with a minor headache and still feeling hungry every night at bedtime (takes a bit longer to fall asleep).

@@astalsby Without a battle there is no victory. You fought the dark side and won!

I'm on day 13 (surgery is Monday yay!) and it does get much easier. The first few days were a little tough mentally, but I knew I had enough fat around my body to keep me going. I did tone down the exercise a bit and drank alot of fluids, but my appetite actually adjusted and now I quite like the feeling. It's almost like a cleanse.

Also, losing 12-13 lbs in two weeks helped more than a bit with morale.

Hang in there everyone!

I'm on day two. I am on a strict menu. It's six Opti-Fast shakes and one Protein bar a day. Soup, Jello, nothing else is an option. Except I'm allowed to have sugar-free, caffeine-free, calorie-free liquids (which also means taste-free). I have a slight headache, but my energy level is okay. I made pizza and tacos for the kids today. Everything looks twice as delicious as usual, so I've been doing the Jedi Mind Trick on myself.

"These are not the meals you are looking for--move along. Drink a shake."

And it's been working.

I'm on day 13 (surgery is Monday yay!) and it does get much easier. The first few days were a little tough mentally, but I knew I had enough fat around my body to keep me going. I did tone down the exercise a bit and drank alot of fluids, but my appetite actually adjusted and now I quite like the feeling. It's almost like a cleanse. Also, losing 12-13 lbs in two weeks helped more than a bit with morale. Hang in there everyone!

I'm from Vegas too!

I'm on day 6 of 7 for my pre-op diet. It hasn't been easy...but as this is more restrictive than the post-op diet, I know if I can stick to this, I'll be fine after surgery . I've got my mind set on my goal, and I've stuck to the pre-op diet 100%!! I went to the movies with my daughter today and didn't sneak even one kernel of popcorn! I usually have four protein drinks per day, alternating sweet shakes with the unjury chicken soup. I also treat myself to a sugar free jello and sugar free Popsicle in the evening. It's tough, but, it's been better than I thought it would be. Drinking lots of water, decaf tea, and chewing sugar free gum have helped me a lot!. I just keep reminding myself that this part is temporary, and all a part of my new life! I've lost 10.2 lbs on the pre-op so far and that has really helped motivate me to keep strong! My surgery is less than 48 hours away, and I can't wait!!'

Edited July 27, 201412 yr by nursejenny07

This diet is killing me. I have the headache, and the grumps, and the tiredness, and I would seriously consider smacking my own mama with a brick for a cheeseburger. I've lost 15 pounds so far, so at least there's that. My surgery is Tuesday, and I am so ready to be over this pre-op stuff.

I slipped up today and just started nibbling. This was though after I had to go to urgent care for a migraine. It was so easy to keep going and I didn't even enjoy the food. I got serious issues.

One week to go! I am proud of myself (and all of you) for getting this far. It's not my favorite diet, but it will be over soon.

I had a hard time finding a protein shake I liked. I did strawberry with vanilla soy milk. That tasted good for a while then it started to make me gag. I bought some unflavored protein powder to add to soups, but it makes it clumpy. I do like adding it to pudding. ????

I'm gOing to my 4hr preop appt what can I expect, this is 2weeks before my surgery

I'm on day two of my pre-op diet and it suckkks! I'm actually not all that bothered by hunger or not eating regular foods, I just hate the protein shakes that my doctor uses (Bariatric Advantage). They are so sickly sweet and taste like artificial sweetener. I'm jealous of everyone who gets to choose their powder! I actually bought some low sodium vegetable broth because I can't hack six meals of sweetness a day. Hopefully that's not a terrible diet deviation (it has basically nothing in it!)

Am on my second month of "pre-op" diet and no date set yet. I still have a mandatory 4# left to lose. Had to cut out all bars and my once daily Protein food for more nasty shakes. Getting discouraged a bit. Have to make weight by Monday so he will schedule me. God give me strength.

Am on my second month of "pre-op" diet and no date set yet. I still have a mandatory 4# left to lose. Had to cut out all bars and my once daily Protein food for more nasty shakes. Getting discouraged a bit. Have to make weight by Monday so he will schedule me. God give me strength.

You can do this! You are so close! You still have 5 days before your weigh-in. It may be a miserable 5 days but if you eat right (and cheat the scale a bit by avoiding fluids and stuff the day before), you can totally do that! Make sure to post back on Monday with your success and due date!