To prep for surgery I have to be on a liquid diet for two weeks. TWO WEEKS! The majority of it is protein shakes. I can also have non-starchy vegetables, broth, sugar free jell-o and sugar free/calorie free drinks. I found this Protein Powder from Target that isn't too bad.
The goal is to have 5-6 shakes per day. I can also have the pre-made Special K Protein drink. The only restriction on any of these drinks is the first ingredient has to be Whey Protein.
The first few days were hard. I was grumpy and hungry. I kind of felt bad for Bill and the kids. By now I think my body has acclimated to the new diet. I seem to have a little bit more energy which is odd for not having much to eat.
I'm also preparing emotionally. This is a BIG change. One that I'm ready for but I'm also nervous. It's surgery, after all and with any surgery comes some risks. I get pretty sick from anestesia and I'm not looking forward to that right after abdominal surgery.
I saw this little guy on Etsy last week and am going to get him. :-)
Next weigh in comes on Thursday... stay tuned!
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