Help with Colonscopy (prep involves Gatorade, lots of sugar, etc.)

[sevenoclk]

Re: Help with Colonscopy (prep involves Gatorade, lots of sugar, etc.)

Yes, I was due a bit of a loss after a few weeks of nothing. I hope this was a catalyst!

Tried to do some light yoga this a.m., but I am so weak from not eating!

They gave me a saline drip during the procedure, so I know I'm not dehydrated.

Thanks for everyone's help and support!

[Aya]

Re: Help with Colonscopy (prep involves Gatorade, lots of sugar, etc.)

Hi Seven! Glad everything went okay! Make sure to take it easy today and be careful not to eat too much when you're feeling weak and in need of energy! I often feel like a martyr after a weight loss or being particularly good the previous day, then indulge a tad too much in the high-energy foods and mess it all up!
They give you the results right away, huh? That's great.
Good luck!

[montanaman]

Re: Help with Colonscopy (prep involves Gatorade, lots of sugar, etc.)

And, ultimately, this is for your health. I am sure that the doctor can recommend less sugary vehicles for the prep solution, but do not fixate so much on Atkins for this instance that you interfere with test preparation. The next day you can be perfect again.

I agree 100% on this one. Atkins is not the primary concern, following the Dr's instructions are.