Cheating on Pre-Op Liver Shrinking Diet

[Elizabeth94 8]

My surgery is on the 03/26/19, however I just drank Raspberry Ice Tea, not sugar free with 2 chicken, chips and guacamole. Is this considered cheating cuz I am now worry.

I start my Full Clear liquid Phase on Sunday through Monday. NPO on Tuesday. I’m worry that cheating will delay my surgery. 😣

[Briswife15 889]

Did your doctor's directions for the liver shrinking diet include chips and guacamole? If not, then yes, it's cheating! I'm allowed plain grilled chicken 2 oz so if you ate plain chicken that's probably ok. Guacamole is high in fat, and the point is low or no fat, and no sugar . All plans are different, but it sounds like cheating!

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[GradyCat 3,692]

You need to be as safe and healthy as possible for surgery and to shrink your liver, so stick to the diet from this point out so that you can have your scheduled surgery and be okay. Okay?

[New&Improved 1,780]

Wow ive been told pre-op is just Liquid Protein 2-3x day Protein Shake and then maybe one small can tuna or Salmon... Only high Protein no fat no carbs.

How will you survive on the post op liquids and mush for the first few weeks because if you try eat proper food you could damage your new stomach!!!!!!

Edited March 24, 2019 by Mikeyy

[Elizabeth94 8]

I know 😣. Pretty dumb move especially so closed to the surgery. I been following the pre-op diet to a T and was able to lose 12 lbs.

[New&Improved 1,780]

21 minutes ago, Elizabeth94 said:

I know 😣. Pretty dumb move especially so closed to the surgery. I been following the pre-op diet to a T and was able to lose 12 lbs.

Yeah so true I've read many times people doing the wrong thing instead of going stage by stage from liquids they jump to eating solid too soon I don't see the point going through all this surgery and costs just to continue to make the wrong choices.

You have to be completely prepared to change your whole life and everything you put in your body for the surgery, not just for health but because you can do damage if you skip steps..

I say to those people do more research before committing to surgery!!

I've personally been researching for months reading 100s of posts and articles..

Edited March 24, 2019 by Mikeyy

[Liz The New Me 281]

It happens. But going forward you really have to want this. It's hard work and commitment. No playing around. If you want to see Great results try as hard as you can to stick to the plan. Good Luck!

[VossTheBoss 6]

You will be okay. People really beat each other up on this forum. You obviously know this wasn't on the plan. We are not going to be perfect 100% of the time. The best mentality to have is, "okay, I screwed up, but I can get right back on track". You got this!

[Avery's Mom 315]

I think we all did a little cheating along the way. I am sure one slip did not hurt your chances that much but you really gotta commit to this change to be successful! good luck to you!

[Kristinqtpie 42]

Elizabeth94 how did your surgery go?

[Liz The New Me 281]

On 3/24/2019 at 5:44 AM, Elizabeth94 said:

My surgery is on the 03/26/19, however I just drank Raspberry Ice Tea, not sugar free with 2 chicken, chips and guacamole. Is this considered cheating cuz I am now worry.

I start my Full Clear liquid Phase on Sunday through Monday. NPO on Tuesday. I’m worry that cheating will delay my surgery. 😣

Hey Elizabeth,

Just checking in on you? Hope you are going well! Best wishes coming your way!

[Elizabeth94 8]

Thanks I’m 2 days post op but I feel like **** so gassy/bloated and only can handle Water cuz broth are disgusting and make me feel more bloated

[Liz The New Me 281]

Walk and more walks!!! Every 2 hours a quick lap around the house or yard. It was the only way I was able to move that gas/air out of my system. Sip Sip Sip as much as you can handle no more. Don't force it or worry how much the next couple of days. Just keep busy and this will past.

[soymala43 17]

Are cream Soups like Tomato Soup allowed on the pre op diet? Or is it just clear soups?

[Frustr8 7,886]

I would go with clears like broth, Tomato Soup is infamous for its high sugar/carb content, many a Bari- pal has had a crash landing into dumping with Mr Red and liquid!