I am on the official pre-op today prescribed by the nutrionist, now let me remind all of you that I have been drinking these Slim Fast Optima shakes for a week now and eating a sensible meal but as of today the sensible meal has been reduced to a sandwich and 1 cup of raw veggies, so now I'm starving. I know this is all psychological because all last week I was fine with the shakes and dinner but now I feel as if my stomach is on my back. Did any of you feel the same way? I think I need to drink more water because I was a little busy today so I didn't get much in. Any suggestions, please share.:hungry:

This part is so HARD.

It is so worth it.

edie

Aside from drinking more water (with crystal light or plain) I have heard some people swear by the slim fast shakes that have a higher ammount of protein in them and that it keeps them fuller longer. Honestly though, you're just not going to be able to deviate too much from what your nutritionist has you on, so maybe putting in a phone call to them and describing your hunger (nerves, pre-surgery jitters, whatever you want to call it). Stay busy and hydrated. You don't have that much farther to go, so stay strong!

-Lili

This part is so HARD.

It is so worth it.

edie

Hi, this is my 4 day of 14 on the pre-op liquid diet. This is very hard. No solids at all. Only 3 Protein shakes and all the sf drinks and Water I want. I'm tried of drinking sf drinks. Everything is sweet except the broth and water. It leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I know it will be worth it, and I'm taking it one day at a time. Wish I could have a salad or veggies. Good results : 10 lbs in 3 days.:clap2:

My preop states no soft drinks, sugar free or not. I think this would help if I could at least have the sugar free. I'll keep you posted, starts Monday.

I'm hanging in there on the pre-op. I have turned my chicken breast into chicken spread and everything. I guess tomorrow I will go back to the roast beef luncheon meat because I can honestly say I'm tired of the chicken. Good luck all!

I know it's hard but, Every Dr. is different. I have 3 days to go and I'm on Clear liquids only and 90 grams of protien shakes a day. two made with 4oz of water only. No soada because post surgery you can't have any it can stretch you new pocket. I would love to have a chicken not just the broth. Good Luck but, i'm sure that you can do it.