Hello all!

I've had my first visit with my surgeon and he has asked that I drop THIRTY pounds. I go back next month to set a surgery date (his schedule is 2 months out.) I have used Herbalife and lost some weight. But i can no longer tolerate the taste, nor the price for a potential long term tool. Today I discovered premier protein but i have read mixed reviews as far as using as an actual diet. I have a lot to lose in a little bit of time. Any tips/advice as to what i should expect?

Thanks in advance

Edited July 11, 20188 yr by actuallylosingit

8 hours ago, AshAsh1 said:

I wouldn't recommend using Protein Shakes prior to the pre op diet. You will get sick of them, why rush the timeline. Can you do a lean Protein and veggie diet? Cut all carbs down, put your body into temporary ketosis. Its the same concept as the liver shrinking diet. You don't have to use protein supplements to do this. This would be develop great habits for after surgery too. Measure out your food, because its harder to actually eat food and not overeat (prior to surgery). But I'd much rather do this, than drink nasty Protein Drinks. Plus, there will be plenty of time for that, after surgery when you have to drink them.

Something like this:

Meals:

 3-4 oz lean meat

o Any lean meat (fish, chicken, beef, pork, lamb) - No fried meats

o You may use seasonings such as garlic, pepper, old bay, etc.

 2-3 cups non –starchy vegetables (cooked or raw – NOT FRIED)

o NOT ALLOWED – bread, Pasta, potatoes, rice, legumes/beans, peas, corn

o All other vegetables are allowed – broccoli, peppers, squash, tomatoes, carrots, green Beans, eggplant, asparagus, cabbage, mushrooms, cauliflower, zucchini, cucumber, onions, spinach, greens, Brussels sprouts, etc.

o Vegetables may be cooked or raw/salads

Snacks:

• 6-8 oz light yogurt or light yogurt smoothie that is less than 90 calories (ie. Stoneyfield farm fat free, Yoplait light, Dannon light n’ fit non-fat yogurt or light n’ fit smoothie)
• ½ cup non-fat cottage cheese
• 1 string cheese
• 2 oz deli meat
• ½ pack of tuna
• Low fat Jerky

I agree with this; you'll get sick of them which could then make it more difficult for you to stick to your diet. Even if your pre-op diet doesn't require you to drink only protein shakes, post-op you'll definitely be drinking them so you don't want to get sick of them before then. I'm on a 3 month diet prior to surgery and have bought a few types to try so I know which I like, but only drink them for breakfast or for a snack if I'm hungry in the afternoon.