since chicken broth is basically flavored water, anyone see any issues having broth to help satiate the hunger in pre-op diet and help meet water goals? They allow decaf sugar free beverages, so I don't see why broth would be an issue. thoughts?

All the surgeons differ on their preop diet requirements. Some allow broth. My surgeon is more lenient and allows 4 shakes a day (150 calories each for 600 total) then a 500-600 calorie meal per day depending on your height (all total 1100 to 1200 calories per day). I felt like this was too much so I limit myself to around 850-900 calories for the day. Anyhoo, yes, some allow broth!

Edited October 27, 201411 yr by glass

That chicken broth is NASTY!!!!!!! NO amount of seasoning can make it taste better!!! I poured it down the drain. I am on a clear liquid test til Wednesday....... A good little secret to satisfying your hunger is to DRINK Jello Water.....any color except red!!

Broth was allowed on both my pre-op and post-op, but the nutritionist emphasized low sodium or preferably sodium free. As getting adequate liquids can be tough for a couple weeks post-op, reducing sodium is helpful.