Pre op Diet

[Zumboots]

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

 

[Nymiria]

My Dr wants me on a full liquid (protein shakes and broths only) for 2 weeks too!!! I'm so worried about it. They did say you can feel fluey because of ketosis.

 

[KarenWV]

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

Although I only had 2-3 days of full liquids/clear liquid before surgery, I followed my program's instructions to the letter. They have been doing this with their patients for 20+ years, and I trusted their program. I would make sure they are aware if you choose not to be compliant with their dietary restrictions pre-surgery. Good luck.

 

[Zumboots]

Although I only had 2-3 days of full liquids/clear liquid before surgery, I followed my program's instructions to the letter. They have been doing this with their patients for 20+ years, and I trusted their program. I would make sure they are aware if you choose not to be compliant with their dietary restrictions pre-surgery. Good luck.

haha...that the crooks of the deal...2-3days is ok. 2 weeks when your body is hoarding is not.

 

[suzannethemom]

I had to do 10 days of protein shakes and clear liquids before my surgery. It was tough. I cried a lot. I napped a lot.

 

[Zumboots]

I had to do 10 days of protein shakes and clear liquids before my surgery. It was tough. I cried a lot. I napped a lot.

Shakes don't bother me, but I lost zero weight on liquids only. My body is hoarding what it has, because there is no " normal" protein getting in.

 

[TraceyT]

All of the pre-op diets, post-op requirements, and so forth are all varied.

My pre-op was shakes, s/f jello, s/f pudding, s/f popsicles, and if I got light headed I could eat pickle spears for sodium.

It’s a means to an end so just hang in there and it’ll get you where you need to go!

 

[missyinacage]

I did a full 2 weeks of liquid only diet pre-op. My husband just did 3 weeks, all liquid in Feb. A mix of 3 "meals" which were prepackaged soups or shakes, provided by the program and nothing else but a single SF jello or popsicle per day. It sucks, I get it. I come from hardy, northern stock myself. But the fact is, no human being is going to feel their best on a liquid diet. If you convince yourself now that you know better or you can 'sneak' some chicken for the greater good, it will be that much easier down the line to tell yourself the same things. I'm sorry you're suffering. The pre-op liquid diet is the absolute worst. Follow it anyway lol

 

[dianeseattle]

The liquid diet is required now, but my doctor just told me to try to eat a little less for the surgery. A week or so later, he did the surgery.

 

[Red62]

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

My husband is allowed small portions at dinner4oz protein cup 1/ 2 veggies .no carbs .sugar free jello and pops

 

[suzannethemom]

I had to do ALL liquids for 10 days before surgery. I lost 10 pounds.

 

[paula2363]

mine is a lot different I have the liver shrinking diet, no more then 40 carbs a day, Im just doing 30 carbs a day.
I kind of feel better not eating high carbs.

 

[Red62]

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

Maybe these diets are based on BMI AND CURRENT SIZE OF LIVER ,it could explain diet and duration differences

 

[Nymiria]

Maybe these diets are based on BMI AND CURRENT SIZE OF LIVER ,it could explain diet and duration differences

I would have thought the same thing, but my starting BMI was only 37 and I still needed to do the liquid diet for 2 weeks. I thought for sure I'd only have to do it for one hahaha

 

[Thik4Sho]

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 was told by my Physician that I could have two protein shakes and one meal per day, which must include 4 ounces of protein such as grilled fish or chicken. With those instructions, I ended up losing about 20 pounds.