As an old-timer, I get a little frustrated at some posts here where people aren't following what their doctor tells them. We all had nutrition classes, we all learned what/how to eat, we all learned about vitamins and everything else. We all know what to do before and after surgery. In fact my nurse at the hospital told me bariatric patients are the most knowlegable patients she has! (Makes sense, as other surgeries probably don't give you time to research!)
Please don't make up your own rules, it can be outright dangerous. You are given a pre-op diet for a reason, to make for a safer surgery. Don't eat food before scheduled after surgery, that could cause serious issues with your healing tummy. Don't say you can't drink your liquids, sip every waking moment until you do, or you'll end up back in the hospital with dehydration. Don't say you can't meet your protein goal, or you'll never get your energy back.
Just do what your nutritionist and surgeon tell you. They know what they are talking about. This works! Rant over.
If you have serious complications where you literally can not do what you should, contact your surgical team right away.
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