Zumboots
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How many here were told to be on ALL liquids ( 100% ) for pre-op liver shrinking diet? I see so much variation in liver shrinking diets, but none out there seem to be all liquids, like in my health system is doing.
I am a northern part of the world born human, who does not lose weight on plant-based products much. I was born into a cold climate and my body does not feel good with protein shakes as 100% nutrition. after 4 days on protein shakes and broth alone, I started gaining weight, as my body went into hoarding mode after not getting any "normal for me" protein. I do, however, lose significant weight on animal protein ( chicken, eggs, other lean meats) and cooked/steamed vegetables ( broccoli, cauliflower, spinach... minimal carrots, sweet potatoes, turnips etc). The actual difference is 4-5 oz chicken a day=2lb loss per day, vs zero loss with 100% liquids.
I am having trouble with the whole idea of shelf-stable foods on the go being offered as "better, easier" options in general. I do not find making my own dinner as an inconvinience and most definitely much less time-consuming than dealing with take-outs, for example. I bake my own bread, treats and generally have zero interest in most of the packaged ready to eat foods in grocery stores.
Would like to hear what others are experiencing with preop diet rules.
Thanks in advance for your input
I am a northern part of the world born human, who does not lose weight on plant-based products much. I was born into a cold climate and my body does not feel good with protein shakes as 100% nutrition. after 4 days on protein shakes and broth alone, I started gaining weight, as my body went into hoarding mode after not getting any "normal for me" protein. I do, however, lose significant weight on animal protein ( chicken, eggs, other lean meats) and cooked/steamed vegetables ( broccoli, cauliflower, spinach... minimal carrots, sweet potatoes, turnips etc). The actual difference is 4-5 oz chicken a day=2lb loss per day, vs zero loss with 100% liquids.
I am having trouble with the whole idea of shelf-stable foods on the go being offered as "better, easier" options in general. I do not find making my own dinner as an inconvinience and most definitely much less time-consuming than dealing with take-outs, for example. I bake my own bread, treats and generally have zero interest in most of the packaged ready to eat foods in grocery stores.
Would like to hear what others are experiencing with preop diet rules.
Thanks in advance for your input