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Pre-op diet starts tomorrow

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Dragonfly41    16

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Wow finally someone else with a Feb 1st date too!!!! My surgeon has me on a 1 week pre op so I start the 25th. Kind f worried about the headaches but I know the end result will be worth it!!

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AGreenEyedWolf    97

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I am on day 3 out of 12 on my pre-op diet. 4 Protein shakes or bars a day plus one high protein/low carb meal.

I really struggled yesterday with feeling SO HUNGRY... but today I'm feeling more confident. I think a lot of my anxiety on this diet is caused by me being so used to eating and snacking on things that taste a certain way.

The shakes and bars are NOT tasty... in fact, they are kind of gross. But they DO make me feel full... so I'm trying to get used to the fact that if I'm feeling full and craving other stuff at the same time, it's really not HUNGER... it's HEAD hunger and it's essential that I train my body to deal with it better.

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kmalcom28    29

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I've just finished day 6 of the liquid diet. I've lost 15lbs since the 1st of the year. I knew I would have to do the liquid for 2 weeks so I started preparing myself the 1st so I cut out sugar and tea (I'm from the south so sweet tea is a staple). I think that has helped me with the liquid diet. I've taken my shakes out for pizza with my family and didn't even cheat with 1 bite. I've been fine so far and I truly hope I can stay this strong for the remainder of my 2 weeks.

I will say I had green tea (hot) tonight and was surprised at how full and satisfied it made me feel. I've had clear Soup from Japanese restaurants which I love! And I've made homemade bone broth. First time I tried it I love it but 2nd time was gross. I'm going to keep trying because it's got to be better for you than canned broth.

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SillyJKC    13

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I started my four shake/1 "reasonable" meal diet today. Surgery is the 30th. I'm so crabby! I am trying to knock it off and not think about all the stuff I won't be having and think about how GOOD I am going to feel. I think after a couple days once the sugars get out of my system I will be okay. Good luck to all of you... we can totally do this!

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bill1130    115

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I started my four shake/1 "reasonable" meal diet today. Surgery is the 30th. I'm so crabby! I am trying to knock it off and not think about all the stuff I won't be having and think about how GOOD I am going to feel. I think after a couple days once the sugars get out of my system I will be okay. Good luck to all of you... we can totally do this!

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Just look on the bright side you get one meal a day. That's better than a lot of us have. , but I hear it gets better after. Like day 3 so hold in there you can do it

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SillyJKC    13

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Oh believe me I am soooo grateful! You "all liquid" folks are warriors. Absolute warriors. I am looking forward to day 3. Thank you!

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Stephanielp    120

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I've noticed in only these few days I think alot of my eating was almost just hobbit I know that sounds strange but it's like when I have to remind myself of this diet I'm not really hungry it seems any thoughts on that

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Stephanielp    120

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I am on day 3 out of 12 on my pre-op diet. 4 Protein shakes or bars a day plus one high protein/low carb meal.

I really struggled yesterday with feeling SO HUNGRY... but today I'm feeling more confident. I think a lot of my anxiety on this diet is caused by me being so used to eating and snacking on things that taste a certain way.

The shakes and bars are NOT tasty... in fact, they are kind of gross. But they DO make me feel full... so I'm trying to get used to the fact that if I'm feeling full and craving other stuff at the same time, it's really not HUNGER... it's HEAD hunger and it's essential that I train my body to deal with it better.

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Have you tried the Eas shakes they are pretty good tasting

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Stephanielp    120

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Hi, I am in....This is my 5th day on 2 shakes and a meal/day. I start my liquid diet tomorrow as my surgery is tbe 30th. Best Wishes!

My surgery is also January 30th! First day of my liquid diet today!

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My surgery is the 30 as well I'm not on a liquid diet but I'm on the no carb no sugar high Protein diet.

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