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Topic: RE: Introduce Yourself
Unfortunately it only consists of 5-6 protein shakes a day and a clear liquid diet consisting of coffee, tea, broth, jello, sugar free popsicles, and sugar free kool-aid or crystal light. Wish I could have cream of wheat!!! That comes a week after surgery.
It is definitely interesting to read how different pre-op diets are for different clinics. I would think the best option would be a liquid diet not only to prepare you for what's to come after surgery, but they also point out that it helps soften the liver because you lose fat around your liver first. Where are you located and what clinic are you going with? I'm in Minnesota and I'm going through Park Nicollet. They are a Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery, so I just keep telling myself during this liquid diet that although others don't have to do it, Park Nicollet obviously has me doing it for a reason and they know what's best.
I will have a computer in the hospital so I will probably be on here the day after my surgery, which will be your second day on the liquid diet, so I'll check in to see how you're doing! Are you on Facebook? I'm on there under Jennifer Grady Peery if you want to friend me.
Talk soon!
It is definitely interesting to read how different pre-op diets are for different clinics. I would think the best option would be a liquid diet not only to prepare you for what's to come after surgery, but they also point out that it helps soften the liver because you lose fat around your liver first. Where are you located and what clinic are you going with? I'm in Minnesota and I'm going through Park Nicollet. They are a Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery, so I just keep telling myself during this liquid diet that although others don't have to do it, Park Nicollet obviously has me doing it for a reason and they know what's best.
I will have a computer in the hospital so I will probably be on here the day after my surgery, which will be your second day on the liquid diet, so I'll check in to see how you're doing! Are you on Facebook? I'm on there under Jennifer Grady Peery if you want to friend me.
Talk soon!
Topic: RE: Introduce Yourself
My surgeon said the first three days are pretty rough but after about the forth day you get use to it. Does your liquid diet have hot cereal on it? I don't want to suggest it if it's not on there, But was thinking if you wanted something a little thicker maybe cream of wheat/rice or maybe grits if (you like hot cereal of course). While reading different post it seems pre-op diets vary depending on surgeons or clinics. Mine is 14 days of liquids, shakes and one protein bar a day.
I hope it gets better for you as days go on.
Good Luck!!!
Jenn D.
Topic: RE: Introduce Yourself
Welcome to the group, Jennifer! I too am Jennifer and I started my pre-op diet today. Have to say it's been a little rought. I caved and had a small bowl of cereal. My pre-op diet is 10 days of 5-6 protein shakes a day and clear liquids such as coffee, tea, jello, broth, water, and crystal light. So not much! I'm definitely more tired than usual today - I was thinking about bed time at 7:00!
Stay in touch! Not many people chat on here - was a little bummed about that.
Stay in touch! Not many people chat on here - was a little bummed about that.
Topic: RE: I HAVE A DATE!!!
The liquid diet is HARD. I like my protein drinks as well, but man, not being able to even have HEALTHY food is difficult. Day 1 was today and I am HUNGRY.
Where are you located?
Where are you located?
Topic: RE: I HAVE A DATE!!!
My date is the 31st as well! I don't have a "pre surgery diet" but if I did, it wouldn't be too bad, I love my protein drinks!
Good Luck!
Good Luck!
Topic: I HAVE A DATE!!!
I had my consult with the surgeon today and my surgery is scheduled for July 31st!!! I CANNOT believe it. It is so sureal right now but it will become VERY real when I start my 10 day high protein liquid diet on Saturday!
Wish more people posted on here - how is everyone doing?
Wish more people posted on here - how is everyone doing?
Topic: RE: Introduce Yourself
LOL I be they were! Thanks, we think he's pretty dang cute too! Boys will be boys though!
Topic: RE: Introduce Yourself
Hi, it's nice to meet you. Congrats. You are where I'd like to be in a year or more. It's great you are supporting your friend. I look forward to getting to know you.
3 teen girls????? ACCCKKK I have 2 teen boys and that's about enough drama for me. lol
3 teen girls????? ACCCKKK I have 2 teen boys and that's about enough drama for me. lol
