I had my first consult with the dietician today. The dietician went over the basic diet and the protein requirements that I will need to follow before and after the surgery. She placed me on a 1600 calorie a day diet. I am to start eating 3 meals a day instead of my usual 1 meal a day. I have a bad habit of not eating all day long then eating supper in the evenings and then snacking on junk food all night long. I am supposed to cut out all sodas and caffeine. I am also not allowed to have anything carbonated. Carbonation can cause gas and air bubbles in your tummy after surgery is what she said.
