9/30/15 Surgery! Last Minute Pre-Op Prep - HELP!

[sleevedtbd 10]

Literally just hung up with my PA a few hours ago. Surgery date was set for 9/30 (next available was one month out), and my PA is having me start the Pre-Op tomorrow! One thing I didn't prepare for was to have to go shopping for it on short notice (later tonight). I expected to be able to prep a few days in advance. I've searched but couldn't find a specific thread on what to try/buy for these 2 weeks.

What are the must have brands as it pertains to Protein shakes is my main question. I'm having to prep so fast I want to make the best decision. Any tips for someone without a lot of time to prep? Also, it just dawned on me she didn't give me calorie restrictions or Protein goals. Any general guideline rules? I thought maybe I should follow the post op full liquid guidelines or is there specifics for the pre op diet.

Sorry for the rambling, still trying to keep up with the speed of things.

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[Elode 8,093]

I used (and still do) the Premier Protein ready made shakes. They have them at Walmart but I get mine at SAMs . They have a high Protein count (30g) per 11oz shake. I only do the chocolate.

[wrights79 11]

Im with Elode, I just started the liquid diet yesterday, on my own, not doctor ordered. Premiere Protein is what i first tried in chocolate and it was good. I also bought some samples of nectar today and will give them a try. My surgery is 9/29

Lean shake from GNC in swiss chocolate is good too!

[sleevedtbd 10]

Awesome, thanks! Will be heading to Walmart soon, and have those on my list. Will also check out GNC tomorrow when it opens.

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[Daisee68 2,493]

Not sure if this helps, but my dr said try to get 60 g Protein per day. I also use the Premier Protein ready made drinks which are 30 g Protein each. Then lots of broth, sugar free popsicles, Jello, Water, tea, etc. etc. - lots of fluids. I used Swanson Mexican Tortilla Soup broth and it saved me! (Although it was a bit spicy so I had to lay off it on the last couple of days.) If you are a cook (which I am not), you can try making your own chicken broth. I loved beef broth after surgery but not before and then I drank so much in the first 2 weeks post-op that I cannot stand it now!

Some people are allowed 1 meal a day or even a couple of string cheese or something. I wasn't but mine was only 1 week. Every dr has different requirements, so if you aren't absolutely sure, I would recommend calling them back first thing tomorrow. And/or you might check your booklet (if they gave you one). Sometimes it is hidden in there.

[sleevedtbd 10]

Thank you Daisee68!

I do plan on calling in the morning. I actually left my book at my last appointment, may try to swing buy for another. I was able to pick up a few things to get me through tomorrow. Thanks for all the helpful advice.

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