Today is day 1 of my 15 days on liquids. Really worried I am going to cheat. Anything to make it easier... less boring? Surgery date is June 27th.

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I just started my 2 week pre op diet today. Surgery is scheduled for 7/1. Dietician told me I could definetely have smoothies. I was doing 7-14 day green smoothie fasts once a month for the last 3 months. So if you like fruit smoothies with a little spinach and flax seeds or Chia seeds that is a awesome breakfast and dinner alternative. You can always add a scoop of protein powder like a muscle milk or whatever tickles your fancy. Plus they are so satisfying in terms of satiety. Everyone's program is different though so if your Dr only wants you to drink shakes then do whatever you have to. Sorry!

My surgeon requires that we do a 3 day "practice" full liquid diet and I'm on day 3. There have been a few lessons I've learned from this:

• I miss chewing!
• This drops the lbs - down 6 lbs
• Forces me to get mentally strong
• Looking forward to being sleeved so I won't need to battle the hunger. SO HUNGRY!

The worst meal was when I strained a can of Chunky Soup and then stirred in unflavored Protein powder - that was not too delicious. Generally, through, I've been ok, sleeping a lot so I can try to get through it

@@DahliaIris, sorry to hear about the insurance news. Will you be able to get on a payment plan with the hospital? That's what I'm planning to do. $100/month until it's done. Best of luck (to all of us!)

This is something I needed, though, because I've been having a tough time meeting my pre-surgery weight loss goal and this has me halfway there. It's a good motivational boost. My next appointment is July 11 and I need to be at 240, so I have about 6 lbs to go - I think I'll stick to full liquids for 2 out of 3 meals and then have protein/veggies for the third meal.

Edited June 18, 201610 yr by gemigirl

My surgeon requires that we do a 3 day "practice" full liquid diet and I'm on day 3. There have been a few lessons I've learned from this:

• I miss chewing!
• This drops the lbs - down 6 lbs
• Forces me to get mentally strong
• Looking forward to being sleeved so I won't need to battle the hunger. SO HUNGRY!

The worst meal was when I strained a can of Chunky soup and then stirred in unflavored Protein powder - that was not too delicious. Generally, through, I've been ok, sleeping a lot so I can try to get through it

@@DahliaIris, sorry to hear about the insurance news. Will you be able to get on a payment plan with the hospital? That's what I'm planning to do. $100/month until it's done. Best of luck (to all of us!)

This is something I needed, though, because I've been having a tough time meeting my pre-surgery weight loss goal and this has me halfway there. It's a good motivational boost. My next appointment is July 11 and I need to be at 240, so I have about 6 lbs to go - I think I'll stick to full liquids for 2 out of 3 meals and then have protein/veggies for the third meal.

I will know on Monday..they told me to keep my diet...hopefully Tuesday I'll be having my surgery...thanks

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Ok today they told me that I'm not getting surgery tomorrow my secondary insurance didn't want to approved it..I'm kind of emotional right now...after all I've done..and money spend...

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Ok today they told me that I'm not getting surgery tomorrow my secondary insurance didn't want to approved it..I'm kind of emotional right now...after all I've done..and money spend...

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So sorry. What did your primary insurance say?

I'm on day 1 too. I have body trend Cookies and cream Protein powder, it gives you the sweetness and fills you up. I have sugar free Jello and powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury makes a chicken noodle shake that is good.

Good luck I'm here right along with ya

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Soooo it's a little harder than I thought. I started day 1 yesterday. I was sooooo busy this weekend i didn't get to buy my fruit and veggies to make green smoothies with a scoop of Protein powder. So I'm stuck with the individual packets (HMR 700) I bought from my dr office months ago and ready made muscle milk for on the go.

I did well all day until da da da... dinner time. I was at my daughters softball game. Double header. I went to get food for my family because I knew by the time it was all over it would be too late to try and scramble up a meal. So KFC it is.

Once we got home which was about 930, the kids ate and I helped myself to 2 pieces of grilled chicken. 1 wing, 1 leg. Drank some Water and went to bed. Again, I'm back at it. At work, I have no worries. I don't really eat at work anyways. It's after. I find that I have this dull headache and I'm getting a little cranky. Hopefully today is a better day.

Sooooooo it was a better day. I called the clinic and they informed me that I should be on a 3+1 3 meal replacements +1 meal 100 cal snacks in between including 1 fruit serving and one other snack (protein bar, yogurt, jello) and a sensible balanced meal which include a protein, unlimited veggies and a whole grain. I concluded my evening with boston market kids meal with 2 veggie sides and i feel great. I can definitely do this. I couldve had a regular meal but knew I would be satisfied with that.

That is great that you can have real food. Because the only food, I can chew is sf Jello.

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My surgeon does not require a pre op diet. he thinks the results are too insignificant.

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@@allsmilez not even 2 days before? No bowel prep?

Edited June 23, 201610 yr by taracutch

I know I'm posting a bit late in the game, but I thought I'd chime in...

@@DahliaIris I am so sorry to hear your news, I hope things get worked out soon so that you can make this surgery happen!

As for the pre-op diet, I start that in 3 days, and I'm kinda nervous about it, but I'll make it work. Since I have limited counter space, and don't really want multiple jars of Protein powder cluttering up my kitchen (it's already plenty cluttered up!) I opted to pick up an unflavored Protein Powder. I then went to a local spice shop and collaborated with the sales lady there to find a variety of flavor options that I can experiment with that are both sweet and and savory. There will undoubtedly be some trial and error along the way, but I'm hoping this will open up my options a fair bit.

I'll be able to have some Soups, yogurt and SF jello/pudding/applesauce too... I can't say I'm looking forward to getting started, but it'll be worth it if it means getting this surgery done and over with. I'm ready to let this weight go!

Edited June 23, 201610 yr by Sparkles!!

One thing that helped me was having a cup of hot broth. I like Swanson brand flavor infused broths--chicken tortilla and Tuscan chicken were my favorite.

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I wish I could find those flavors. I tried the Thai ginger tonight omg sooo gross!

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I'm glad I'm not the only one. It feels so good to feel sorry for myself and get sympathy from someone going though it too. My family is over it and I hate them for eating. Lol. Not really hate. I just want them to leave me alone.

Everyone's so sick of me saying how hungry I am too! Lol.

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