Starting my pre op diet today. Anyone struggle with it?
I'd worry about the person who said the pre-op diet is easy. Yup- it was a struggle. 14 days was mine- no food at all- just protein shakes, broth and water. I did allow myself one meal during that time for my husbands birthday dinner. I think I still vividly remember everything I had to pass up in those two weeks.
by day four its more manageable IMO.
5'6.5" High weight:337 Lowest weight:193/31 BMI: Goal: 195-205/31-32 BMI
I didn't really struggle with my pre-op. I have not had hunger just desires. I'm doing 4 Opti900 shakes/day and only 25 cal over and above. I drink a TON of ice water. I made major changes when I started this process that were hard. I hit the OR on Wednesday. :D
Referral: NOV/16 Info Sess: DEC/16 OptiFAST: 3wks started May 17/17 OR: RNY June 7/17
HW:278 SW:252 1stGW:220 2ndGW:200 3rdGW:170 GW:150
Weight Management Clinic - Ottawa
My surgery is on Monday. I've been on the pre-op diet since May 22. I read on here and heard from people in my life who have had to do a liquid diet that it would start to get easier by about day 4, and that I wouldn't be as hungry. I didn't believe a single one of them. I just couldn't imagine how it could get easier the longer I went without substantial food.
The first four days were absolute hell. All I wanted was to shove food in my mouth. I thought about food every hour of the day. It was pretty awful.
By day 4 it did start getting easier. I am still so surprised that my energy level didn't really change and how much easier it was to get through the day only consuming 800-1000 calories.
You HAVE to meal plan. And you HAVE to plan ahead. If you know you're going to be out and about for a few hours, pack a lunchbox of approved things you can have. Drink water or a protein shake when you're craving. If the craving is still there after 15 minutes, you haven't stopped thinking about it. Stay busy. I'm an Addictions Counselor and I have really had to practice what I preach these last 2 weeks! Reach out when you feel like you're about to lose control. Journal and self-talk.
Its not going to be easy, but remind yourself constantly how much it's going to help your recovery. You can do this!
RNY on 06/05/17
Not allowing myself to get really, really hungry really helped curb the cravings and epatations to give in. I have made sure I have some jello or yogurt between "meals." It's when I haven't eaten in 4+ hours when I really started to feel like I could lose control. Feel free to PM me if you're struggling or just want to vent! It's definitely easier when you have someone who will hold you accountable.
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RNY on 06/05/17
on 6/3/17 2:56 pm
My RNY is scheduled for June 12, too! I actually intended to do my pre-op diet for a month instead of the required 2 weeks, but when it came to it I found myself curiously reluctant. In the past when beginning a diet I've been pretty gung-ho, but this time I just inched towards the cliff with some reluctance. The sense that my life is about to substantially change, from here on out, was very strong (still is). I admit to having had some food funerals. But when I was 2 weeks out I buckled down. I found my physical energy low yesterday, especially when I first got up, but my hunger yesterday (day 3) was fairly minimal. I do miss having that big mug of coffee I savored every morning though! But it is a small thing to give up for the chance to truly reset my life. I am feeling very grateful for this chance and deeply aware that life in so many ways is about to change for the better. My deepest sense is that I have to grab this miraculous opportunity with both hands and hold on tight!
Wishing you a good week and great success!
