Pre-op Diet

Has anyone just used SlimFast low carb and broth.  I read a lady fron Saginaw who suggested to drain the broth.  Having surgery in Sept. and just thinking.

Your surgeon will give you exact guidelines for what you should have during your pre-op liquid diet.  Definitely don't do a liquid diet without his direction because they can often be dangerous and not give the right balance of nutrients. For my plan I had to purchase a meal kit for the 2 weeks before surgery.  It included 3 protein shakes per day and 3 "meals" of soup or broth.  The soup that came in the kit was horrible so I ended up mostly using strained soup (chicken noodle soup without the chicken or noodles or veggies).  I cleared it with the nutritionist first though. I was also allowed unlimited clear liquids that were non-carbonated, non-caffienated, non-sugared and low calorie (like Crystal light). What you might want to try now is just a low calorie diet that is similar to what you'll eat after surgery.  Protein first, low carb, no sugar.  See how you do on about 1200-1400 calories per day.  Start logging your food on a place like www.fitday.com or similar site.   Good luck Pam

Thank you Pam.  You are sooo much help.