So.....I'm scheduled for May 2nd, and my dr doesn't require a pre-op diet. Which is awesome! But also not awesome. I trust my dr, as he is very well respected and has been doing these surgeries for a very long time (and I know several people who have used him). But, I still feel a bit anxious that I have no required diet. So, I thought I'd do it on my own. Can't hurt and I'm hoping it'll help me get into the right mindset. Can anyone share the kind of pre-op diet they're following? Thanks!!

My surgery is scheduled for April 25th. I have to do a 1 week liquid diet the week before, and a clear liquid diet the day before. I'm also starting a low carb, high protein diet on Monday. My nutrionist suggested building up on protein to help my body during recovery.

I can email you my preop diet if you would like. I tried to attach it but wasn't able to.

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I can email you my preop diet if you would like. I tried to attach it but wasn't able to.

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That would be fantastic! Allmine@cox.net

40 minutes ago, FollowingMyPath said:

So.....I'm scheduled for May 2nd, and my dr doesn't require a pre-op diet. Which is awesome! But also not awesome. I trust my dr, as he is very well respected and has been doing these surgeries for a very long time (and I know several people who have used him). But, I still feel a bit anxious that I have no required diet. So, I thought I'd do it on my own. Can't hurt and I'm hoping it'll help me get into the right mindset. Can anyone share the kind of pre-op diet they're following? Thanks!!

Same here! I'm scheded for 5/31. I have to go to a final class and meeting with my surgeon 1 week before. I belive there is some sort of diet right before sx time. However, I'm trying my best to be conscious of how I am eating, chewing, and what I'm putting in my mouth. Good luck to you sleeve sista!!! ??

My surgery is scheduled for April 25th. I have to do a 1 week liquid diet the week before, and a clear liquid diet the day before. I'm also starting a low carb, high protein diet on Monday. My nutrionist suggested building up on protein to help my body during recovery.

My surgery is April 13th. I'm currently on my liquid diet. I sent you a message and attached a few files that my dr gave me to follow a proper liquid diet. Hope it helps. Good luck!!!

Thanks so much! Good luck to us all [emoji4]

Thanks so much! Good luck to us all [emoji4]

I was curious about other people's liquid protocol as well. My surgeon has told me that I will do a 1 week liquid diet, but no details as of yet. I'm looking at a late may surgery date.

I'm on day 5 of my 14 day pre-op diet. 4 protein shakes a day (2 high protein like premier, 2 lower protein like slim fast), and 3oz chicken with 1 cup broccoli for dinner. All clear liquids day before surgery. and something new they just started that shows improved healing: 16 oz of regular (not sugar free) Gatorade then night before surgery and 16oz more the morning of surgery (finished at least 3 hrs prior to surgery).

I'm on day 5 of my 14 day pre-op diet. 4 Protein shakes a day (2 high protein like premier, 2 lower protein like slim fast), and 3oz chicken with 1 cup broccoli for dinner. All Clear liquids day before surgery. and something new they just started that shows improved healing: 16 oz of regular (not sugar free) Gatorade then night before surgery and 16oz more the morning of surgery (finished at least 3 hrs prior to surgery).

Is your surgery April 12th? Mine is April 13th. Wish I could get some chicken and broccoli in for dinner but he's strictly liquids. My dr also requires 16oz of Gatorade to be finished 3 he's prior to surgery and day before. My surgery is at Memorial in Savannah, GA. I'm excited and nervous. Good luck to you and hope you have a speedy recovery.

Did they tell you what the Gatorade is for? Keen to know!!

Did they tell you what the Gatorade is for? Keen to know!!

For the electrolytes maybe?

I was told protein shakes for breakfast and lunch and either a pre made dinner such as healthy choice or 4 oz low fat meat and veggies. This is to be done the last 2 weeks prior to my surgery date

I'm may 1s and also do not have a pre op diet other than clear liquid the day before surgery. I also did not have a pre-op weight loss requirement if you are a patient that had to quit smoking (which I did.) every surgeon is so different! Maybe I'll hop on the train with you and do a week prior!

Mine is two weeks of protein shakes and a small dinner of protein, veggies and a bit of carbs.
I was told losing about ten pounds would be good to shrink my liver but they will do it even if I don't lose that much. I was told today I'm getting surgery on April 17th which is less than two weeks. I start fasting tomorrow!