Ok, I am on the pre-op liquid diet. I know that it can have dire consequences if I eat things that aren't allowed. What about if I am not taking it all in, do you think that can be a problem? My doc says drink 6 glucerna shakes a day. After drinking one per meal, I feel like I am swimming. I am getting my fluids in, but 6 shakes is really pushing it for me. Do you think that will be an issue, or should I force myself to do 6 shakes?

I'm thinking they want you to have the protein. I'd suggest calling to ask if it would ruin things if you only drink four instead of the six. As long as you don't get hungry and the 4 shakes have enough protein, I'd think you would be ok, but that's a decision best left to your doc.

I'm thinking they want you to have the Protein. I'd suggest calling to ask if it would ruin things if you only drink four instead of the six. As long as you don't get hungry and the 4 shakes have enough protein, I'd think you would be ok, but that's a decision best left to your doc.

I knew I could count on you. I will call them in the morning. I forced myself to drink another one a few minutes ago. Today was the first time that I didn't drink 6. It might have something to do with my upper GI today. I didn't want ANYTHING after that. Thanks Restless!

Let me know what they say! I wouldn't want to drink 6 Glucerna shakes a day, either! :biggrin:

Slim, I actually had this problem too. I found myself consumed with when and how I was going to be able to drink all the protein shakes. I called up my nutrionist and she said the goal was to shrink the liver, not weight loss. It is true that protein is supposed to help curb hunger, but as long as I was not hungry I could drink what I could. I hope that makes sense. It seemed to calm me right down. Good luck! I am still on the darn thing since my surgery date had to be moved. I was allowed to eat regualar food yesterday and today and let me tell you it was not great. My body is not used to all the crappy food and I am paying for it. Can't wait to get on the pre-op diet again tomorrow! Good luck all Tamara

hey ! i am also getting banded on the 29th .. the pre op is difficult for me but i am somehow doing it ... i cheated tonight and ate lettuce .. i hop ethat doesnt mess things up

I spoke to my surgeon's office today. They said that I don't have to drink all six shakes a day. She said just for me to drink as many of them as I want to up to the six.

Good! I was thinking/hoping they'd say that but you never know. Just make sure you drink enough to get enough protein in! Want to keep those muscles and heart healthy! :thumbup:

Good! I was thinking/hoping they'd say that but you never know. Just make sure you drink enough to get enough Protein in! Want to keep those muscles and heart healthy! :thumbup:

Thanks, I will!