Pre-Op Diet

 Another question- When you were on the Optifast 14 days, is that all you had? Any broth, LF jello, tea etc.? I'm on day 2 and pretty much sick of the Slimfast & Diabetic Boost. I thought even though I am going to Mexico, I would try the Wpg. Diet.

As they say- this too shall pass.

I found the two week liquid diet very hard, didn't think I would miss eating that much.  Besides the 4 optifast shakes, I did have some low sodium broth and SF jello.  Confession time:  I did fall off the wagon with a couple of pickles.  I just needed something, just something.  I figured a pickle had crunch, flavor and no fat.  I made it last for about an hour lol.  But I made sure I had NO CHEATS for the last 4-5 days, so everything would be clean as a whistle.

If you can make it through ( and many do) the two weeks, your a better man than me - be strong! you will get through this

you can have yogurt, cream soups, tomato soup, broth, jello, tea, coffee. A pickle if you must .lol I did it too.  Last 4 days of diet should be clear liquids like broth, coffee no cream, 7 up, water etc...   and take an elaxitive on day 4  -  very important to keep your liquids up.    also for your trip take some gas-x strips with you, they might come in handy. (helped me) Rainyone gave me a couple of strips.  I love those things now.  LOL   Over and out: Barb

Okay this was my experience and I am only sharing because if I had to do it again, I would do it the way you are. I would definitely do maybe 2 shakes a day and one low cal/low fat meal up until three days prior and then switch to the three day cleanse before surgery. I did smaller meals for two weeks, then splurged the night before the three day broth and yogourt and found it very difficlut for the three pre-surgery days. My tummy wanted food!!!I For me, in hindsight a gradual weaning off food then just liquids basically would have been much easier. If you can think about how your head/body handles these types of situations you will be fine.