I was on 'New Directions' products purchased through my weight management team and Dr. I did not have much of a problem sticking to it as I was required to lose 10lbs. in 8 days (most have 2 weeks) or my surgeon would have cancelled the surgery. Losing the weight prior to the surgery shrinks the liver (allowing for more space) which is quite a heavy organ and the surgeon needs to lift it out of the way in order to do the surgery.

I also sometimes froze the shakes an puddings for a different texture. They were good. I drank a lot of water - which I do anyway. Plus I had already worked so hard to eat small meals 5 - 6 times day with protein rich foods eaten first to begin a schedule I would have for the rest of my life.

I had committed to this life-style eating change and did everything I was told in order for it to happen as scheduled. Just remember why you are having this surgery and how positive the changes will make.

Karen

My liquid diet was only 48 hours and it was clear liquids and protein only. It was tough and I had a really bad headache with it but it was only a couple days. You can do it!