Hi everyone,

Has anyone done the atkins plan for preop weight loss.

Thanks

Atkins is a long term diet that includes an induction phase, and so on...

I followed a diet prescribed by my surgeon. It was low carb low fat, it was not Atkins. Some surgeons may prescribe the induction phase of Atkins...? but your doctor will direct you.

my pre op was like the atkins, its a breeze cmpared to having to do 4 weeks of fluids post op diet...bring on valentines day, soft foods for me

My pre-op diet was 2 Atkins Advantage shakes a day - one for breakfast and one for lunch. I got to have lean meat and veggies for dinner. I like the shakes - as a matter of fact, I have to have one for breakfast every day, and will ...... probably forever. They don't taste bad to me and they keep me pretty full until lunchtime. Good luck to you!!! Take care. Becky

My liquid pre-op diet was up to 6 Atkins shakes per day. Plus lots of water. Everyone's diet is different so follow your doctors orders. But, if it's similar to this, just space out your drinks throughout the day.

I like the shakes and still drink them for breakfast most mornings. I tend to be tight in the mornings and I just don't have time to sit down and take the necessary time for breakfast. They are convenient and they taste surprisingly good!

Thanks for all the great advice. I'll do whatever my doctor prescribes. :cursing: