wow, I didn't know we had to go on a liquid diet before surgery, my doctor didn't tell me that. I'm so glad I have you guys to tell me things. I just said a prayer for you to be able to get it off your mind and think of other things, I'll say another one for you tomorrow. Try to think of how great you're going to feel when you're thin and energetic again. yum yum

Different surgeons suggest different diets. I had to go to a low salt, low fat, no sugar diet 2 weeks before and liquids only 2 days before. You should always follow your surgeon's advice.

Sorry you are so hungry. Those liquids can be tough. Sugar-free jello and popsicles were included on my liquid list. That feels a little more like real food. I know not nearly the same, but might could help a bit.

just look at the little angel in your arms, and that will remind you of why you are doing this. Hang in there. God Bless you. I will keep you in my prayers

Thank you all. I enjoyed my broth and did not go to Taco Bell. Your prayers really made a difference!

OMG i remember that diet. What a freakin nightmare. It was so hard cant say i stayed true to it. But i will say its worth what your waiting for and if you really want the surgery YOU can do this.. MIND over Matter!!

Scrappy hun,
Just pretend your on a food holiday...
What you are doinng now is short term and will make things much much easier come surgery...
I missed crunching things and ended up with an abcess for not chewing.
Sugar free gum was my solution... gave me a chance to chew, that took away some of the cravings.
We were allowed 3 sticks a day.

All the best to you, just stay focused, one hurdle at a time... your nt so far from the pre op finish line..

Were routing and a tooting for you.


Love and best wishes..

BUZZ

Buck up girl!!! It will be over before you know it and a memory in the past!! I had to do the diet for almost 3 weeks...it was hard, but I kept my eye on the prize!!! :) We're here for you to vent, so keep up the good work!!

Erica

Wow, I only had to do three days pre-op liquids, lost 8 pounds in those 3 days so that was nice. Are you losing already? that may be an incentive. Also, think about how long you've waited and the many appointments you've had to this point, do you want to do that again if your surgery has to be post-poned because you didn't stick to the liquids? Good luck!

Craving beef - must be pre-menstrual. Happens to me every month. Try adding an iron supplement to your diet, and have dark leafy greens as your veggie for your one solid meal. IMHO if the craving is temporary and seasonal, it will not dash your pre-op diet all to hell to have a few ounces of very lean beef. Better to make good choices and make it work than be so harsh as to crash and burn completely.

I used to crave beef when my iron was low..before surgery, now I eat so much protein, I simply don't crave it anymore.

I guess I got lucky cause my surgeon didnt require a special or liquid diet for me before surgery. However, I did have the open bypass so may be that was why.

Hang in there!!!

Oh Scrappy, I'm with you girl!

I started this horrible thing Sunday and I wished a pox on my surgeon yesterday afternoon! LOL

I have to say that I do feel much better today. In a weird, twisted way, it feels a little liberating...at least until I get home this afternoon, which is always my grazing time.

I made a double batch of cherry protein ice cream yesterday evening so I would have something to snack on. btw, it tastes incredible - even my 12 yr old son said it was good which means I had to warn him not to eat it.

Hang in there.... try to keep yourself busy that always helps

ick I did the liquid diet before surgery and my whole family hid from me.LOL I am not good when I get hungry. But they want you on a liquid diet to help shrink your liver so surgery can go smooth. your liver if it is "fatty" can tear very easily and they have to move things around during the surgery. better safe then sorry. just keep reminding yourself that it is just for a short while and it will be worth it in the long run!

I guess I got lucky as well. I didnt have to do that either. Hang in there. Im four weeks out and 28 lbs down. Its sooo worth it.