I STARTED MY 2 DAY PRE-OP DIET TODAY!

Hello Everyone! I just wanted to say thank-you for all of your inspiring comments and suggestions that you have given me. Today is already kind of challenging. This is my first day of starting my pre-op clear liquids phase. I am extremely hungry. I've been trying to stay full with liquids, but it's difficult. My strategy is to keep my mind from not remembering that it's hungry? Any suggestions?!? Thanks a million. P.S. Please continue to keep my in your prayers for a successful surgery on Monday, October 10, 2005.

Hi Brandy! All I can say is too keep busy with stuff around the house maybe that will keep your mind off things.I haven`t started my diet yet but will soon and I dread it too..But it will worth it in the long run...I wish you all the best on your up in coming surgery.You will be in my thoughts and prayers.Keep us updated on how your doing.. Hugs, Melissa

brandy, hiya! i can relate to being hugry on the liquid diet thing. my surgeon has me on a 3 WEEK CLEAR LIQUID DIET!!!! i started mine on oct 1st and i have surgery on the 21st. whew! the 1st couple days r hard but try sipping the broth or drink really slowly. it gives u time to feel full. ive also 'ate' my broth with a spoon. takes longer and again i actually feel full after a bowl. can u have popsicles? if so that helps to give u something to 'chew' on. thats what has worked for me--besides no****ching regular tv. (all those food commercials!!) good luck with ur surgery monday!!!! many prayers to u for a speedy recovery. lisa

I drank crystal lite, ate popsicles. sf jello..sf canation instant breakfast...that is a real treat... ...and try to stay full just on a few things.......u can do it....I will be thinking of u tomorrow and my prayers will be with u......smiles from Texas to u