I have questions as to the pre op diet. I have gained weight instead of losing. I moved got married full time student im a mom etc . how much did you lose during the pre op liquid diet phase ? ( anyone who was 300+ lbs please respond )

I'm on day 14 of liquids feel faint not getting enough nutrients doing the sugar free jello and pudding poweraid zero and protein shakes but still feel very weak and have major stomach issues can't stop going to bathroom is that the point to empty us out before surgery?

I discovered that some protein shakes cause diarrhea for me, others do not. Sadly, while I enjoyed the organic protein powder from Costco, my system doesn't like it. Syntrax nectar is no problem, nor is Unjury, or Bariatric Advantage.

I used to like premier protein ready to drink, but after nearly three weeks of pre-op diet, I find it have a much longer after taste and so have stopped using it. 3 more days till surgery. My son and husband have come down with colds. I'm worried I will get one.

I'm on day 14 of liquids feel faint not getting enough nutrients doing the sugar free jello and pudding poweraid zero and protein shakes but still feel very weak and have major stomach issues can't stop going to bathroom is that the point to empty us out before surgery?

the point of the liquid diet is to shrink your liver. The bathroom issue is probably more of a case of liquid in liquid out

I'm on day 14 of liquids feel faint not getting enough nutrients doing the sugar free jello and pudding poweraid zero and protein shakes but still feel very weak and have major stomach issues can't stop going to bathroom is that the point to empty us out before surgery?

My dr is having me take a multi vitamin because of the lack of nutrients. Maybe you are allergic to something in the protein drinks that's causing your stomach issues. I'd talk to your Drs about changing it to something different.

38 years old.

Max weight: 425

Starting weight: 405

Beginning liquid diet: 387

Current: 374

I needed to be on my liquid diet for 10 days.

I had already lost about 18lbs leading up to it... But no lie... I am 2 days from surgery and I've dropped almost 15 more from it.

I think this diet is more than shrinking your liver... It's practice for post-op lifestyle changes.

Hang in there! The first 2-3 days are BRUTAL... but honestly... It does get easier.

Hang in there and always stick to the program.