ok, im not to this point yet, im in the shrink-your-liver phase, but since my town has nothing, im planning ahead.

i know you have to do a liquid diet pre and post op, and ive got some questions

1- what is usually recommended? like diet shakes or something?

2- im breastfeeding my 15 month old, so how will the requirements differ from someone who isnt?

3- i cant do artificial sweenters (aspertame, splenda, etc) they literally make me sick. what are some good options that dont have any of that stuff in them?

4- baby has a dairy allergy, so because im nursing, that makes me dairy free as well. any good dairy free stuff?

thanks!!

I bet your nutritionist can provide you tips on appropriate food in-take in-light of your breast-feeding your child.

I agree, ask your nutritionist. Your special needs are honestly beyond the scope of this forum, and since you're breastfeeding, it might not be the best time for you to start strict austere diet.