Having a tough time with last few days of liquids
This has been a rough road for me, but I am doing it because I know the results will be worth it. Is there anyone out there who is getting sleeved in the next few days who is still having a hard time with the liquid diet? I am allowed three Impact shakes a day, one other protein shake of my choice and up to 64 oz of liquids. My head still hurts, I am shakey and hungry a lot! If anyone has any tips, please let me know.
We are having surgery the same day. I'm sorry the liquid protein diet has been rough for you...mine allows for yogurt and sugar free Jell-O/pudding/popsicles, and also Cream of Wheat (up to once a day, but it's very high carb so I try to go every other day).
The sugar free popsicles have absolutely been a life saver, if for nothing else but giving me something to CHEW!
I'm also using the low-cal Gatorade (G2) to help with fluids. I get at least 64 oz of water a day, and then I have either 8oz of G2 or 8oz Crystal Light, because my creatine levels were up in my labs, and they recommended more fluid. I'm finding I can't chug the G2 very much at all, but because it's flavored, I seem to enjoy the taste (especially the Fruit Punch).
How long have you been on the liquid diet? I was miserable days 2-4, and only semi-cranky days 5-10. Now, my mind is flying with how much I have to do before the 21st that I think I've forgotten how hungry I am!
The sugar free popsicles have absolutely been a life saver, if for nothing else but giving me something to CHEW!
I'm also using the low-cal Gatorade (G2) to help with fluids. I get at least 64 oz of water a day, and then I have either 8oz of G2 or 8oz Crystal Light, because my creatine levels were up in my labs, and they recommended more fluid. I'm finding I can't chug the G2 very much at all, but because it's flavored, I seem to enjoy the taste (especially the Fruit Punch).
How long have you been on the liquid diet? I was miserable days 2-4, and only semi-cranky days 5-10. Now, my mind is flying with how much I have to do before the 21st that I think I've forgotten how hungry I am!
I have the same date as well stay positive and like Kris said the end result is almost here... Hey Kris looks like we have a similar diet (minus the Cream of Wheat) but yes the Jell-o and Popsicles are great!! those are also OK for the first week of post -op as well... I will keep you ladies in my prayers and thoughts tonight and tomorrow.