August 31, 20178 yr how is everybody doing... I am on the second day of my pre-op surgery diet. Doing surprising well. Edited August 31, 20178 yr by JoAnn721
August 31, 20178 yr 5 hours ago, JoAnn721 said: how is everybody doing... I am on the second day of my pre-op surgery diet. Doing surprising well. I'm on day 4. It's definitely getting easier. Keeping myself busy really helps!
September 2, 20178 yr No pre-op surgery diet yet but I have been trying hard to sway myself from making bad choices like diet Mt. Dew and SIP my water. I still have not told my parents yet. My kids know, my boss knows, some friends know.
September 11, 20178 yr Hello, I am on day eight and it has been so hard, but I have not cheated not one time. So far today has been a good day, I find that keeping busy makes it much easier. The weekend was a big challenge, but since I'm back working today, it has been easy breezy today. I haven't been hungry since I started on the two week liquid diet, I can have all the liquids I want, but its the cravings that's getting me.
September 11, 20178 yr Author good for you- congratulations.. I am on day 12 my surgery is Wednesday.. the hardest part for me has been "chewing" or the lack thereof .. Pretty hard to chew jello - Ice chips and popsicles seem to satisfy it.. but none of those at the office..
September 21, 20178 yr I am on day 2 post-op, no real problem. I am just thankful to GOD I had no complications. [emoji1487]
September 22, 20178 yr Day 7! I honestly don't know what foods I can and can't eat I hate jello and yogurt.
September 23, 20178 yr Day 7! I honestly don't know what foods I can and can't eat [emoji20] I hate jello and yogurt. I'm on day 8 and my diet says refined grits too, but they don't work well for me after the unexpected hiatal hernia repair that I had to have when I got my lap band. Dr told me yesterday to change over to soft eggs since they have protein and the grits do not. Could you try that? Other than that, I like the Premier protein shakes in caramel and strawberries and cream, and I ete sugar free Jell-O, sugar-free pudding with the fancier flavors in the fridge section (mousse, dulce de leche), cream-based soup's that have no chunks or strain them.
September 23, 20178 yr I hate creamy soups [emoji23] I don't know what's up with me lol. I actually put eggs in chicken broth, quick egg drop soup! I dont know if that's allowed, but I'm starving!Everyone is saying that they drink protein shakes, and I remember the lady that explained everything said no protein supplements, but everyone else is doing protein shakes and they seem to be doing fine. I've heard a lot of good things about the premiere! I am so going to try that.
September 23, 20178 yr Premier shakes are pretty good! I don't like the chocolate at all, but I like the caramel and strawberries and cream a lot. Try those for sure. They also have 30g of protein in one bottle. Kinda pricey (about $7-$8 for 4), but they are worth it. Online a bit cheaper than place where they are readily available.Honestly, if it weren't for the protein shakes – it would be very hard to get through this initial phase. They have enough protein to take away that real hunger, and in a hurry – if you need that. I realize that I am on a blog for sleevers, and I am a bander, but I believe some of our struggles are the same.
September 24, 20178 yr Costco sells Premier Protein shakes for $25 for 18. I'm on day 6 post-op (I think-do you count the day of surgery? If so then I'm on Day 7. I'm feeling depressed for some reason. I guess food gave me a lot of comfort. I think tomorrow I can have eggs and hot cereal. I'm really tired of jello, shakes, broth, ice pops. My lips are cracked and peeling so I need to drink more
September 24, 20178 yr I'm looking forward to my Day 8. My plan counts day 1 as day after surgery. I can add eggs and cottage cheese and canned meat with light mayo. Albeit 2 tablespoons at a time. But I'm looking forward to it. I have enjoyed the premier shakes. Used through my entire pre op diet. I have been recommended to try a premier vanilla or chocolate shake with the PB2 powder. I may be doing that soon.
September 24, 20178 yr So I guess I'm Day 6. I can have cereal, eggs, tuna fish tomorrow but like me you only 2 tablespoons 2x a day. I can't wait!!
September 30, 20178 yr I'm looking forward to my Day 8. My plan counts day 1 as day after surgery. I can add eggs and cottage cheese and canned meat with light mayo. Albeit 2 tablespoons at a time. But I'm looking forward to it. I have enjoyed the premier shakes. Used through my entire pre op diet. I have been recommended to try a premier vanilla or chocolate shake with the PB2 powder. I may be doing that soon. Hey Pastor Doug! Music Minister Diana here! (Just thought I'd throw that in there since we are both serving our Lord and Savior through ministry!)I love the Premier shakes; well, the caramel and strawberries and cream anyway. Have you tried adding the PB2 to your chocolate shake yet? If so, how was it and how much did you add?
October 1, 20178 yr I put 2 tablespoons of the PB2 in a vanilla shake and I did not like it. It was a texture thing for me.
how is everybody doing... I am on the second day of my pre-op surgery diet. Doing surprising well.
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