What Diet Plan Did You Follow Pre-op?

[Roni]

Hello everyone,

I had my first visit with the nutritionist today. Didn't really learn anything I didn't already know, but it was a very motivating session. My insurance requires six months of diet and exercise before they'll approve the surgery. I'm going to follow Weight Watchers for now because I've been successful with it before and the online method is a good food journal.

I'm curious as to what plans or diets everyone else has followed pre-op?

Have a great night!
Debbie

Registered Dietitian A dietitian is an expert in food and nutrition; A person who has studied diet and nutrition at a college program approved by the American Dietetic Association, completed 900 hours of supervised practical experience accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation for Dietetics Education, and passed an exam to become an R.D. Dietitians help promote good health through proper eating. They also supervise the preparation and service of food, develop modified diets, participate in research, and educate individuals and groups on good nutritional habits. The term "nutritionist" is also widely used; however, the term nutritionist is not regulated as dietitian is. People may call themselves nutritionists without the educational and professional requirements of registered dietitians.

[MsJacquiiC]

Hey Debbie - I also did the 6 month program as required by Medicare. The sessions were rather informative actually. I learned (or re-learned LOL) stuff that I already knew - but at the same time it was a nice preparation for what I'd expect as a post-op.

I think the insurance companies just want to know that you are serious about the surgery, as it is a life-altering surgery.

As far as diet plans - there wasn't a specific plan really so much as the attempt to make use of the information the Nutritionist provides. I actually did and didn't gain any weight during the 6 months which is strangly odd - anyway... I'm rambling...

I will say one thing though - some programs require a liquid diet type of deal a few days or weeks before surgery. My surgeon didn't! I know I would have truly struggled with sticking with a liquid diet as a pre-op - so was happy about that.

Jacquii.

Registered Dietitian A dietitian is an expert in food and nutrition; A person who has studied diet and nutrition at a college program approved by the American Dietetic Association, completed 900 hours of supervised practical experience accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation for Dietetics Education, and passed an exam to become an R.D. Dietitians help promote good health through proper eating. They also supervise the preparation and service of food, develop modified diets, participate in research, and educate individuals and groups on good nutritional habits. The term "nutritionist" is also widely used; however, the term nutritionist is not regulated as dietitian is. People may call themselves nutritionists without the educational and professional requirements of registered dietitians.