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I'm on my pre-op diet which started this past Tuesday. I bought a canister of unflavored protein from GNC and so far I like it alot. I put it in my yogurt ( 2 scoops )and in my crystal lite drinks. I can't tell the difference. Good luck. Deb

It can be challenging. Good luck and best wishes. Deb

Excellent!!!! CONGRATS on the 50 pounds lost in four months. I bet you feel amazing. Keep up the good hard work and you will be there in no time. Deb

Congrats. Surgery on your birthday..... that's wild. Best wishes. Deb

Hello from Kansas. I too am to be sleeved on 17th. I started my pre-op diet on Tuesday and have lost a total of 13 pounds so far. WOO HOO!!!!! It's been hard, but I know I MUST do it. This has been amazing journey, so far and my aim is to see it to completion. Best wishes and good luck to you. Please keep us updated with your progress. Deb

Congrats on the weight lose. I think that's AWESOME. Keep up the hard work. Deb

Congrats!!!! to you and your hubby. At last the wait is over. Sept. will be here in no time. Good luck and best wishes to you both. Deb

My surgeon's insurance manager at his office prepared and faxed my letter after I met all of my requirements . Good luck. Deb

Good luck and best wishes. Deb

Amazing!!!

Welcome. This is a great site for support and knowledge as you go thru your journey. Best wishes. Deb

Hey Donna, that reminds me I already have that collection. I just have to dust it off. LOL. Deb

I too have plantar fascaitis which flares up even so often. My podiatrist also had me wear a brace for six weeks and do phyical therapy for a couple of weeks after the brace did not work. Bottom line I was in a lot of pain. My doctor even had me get a temporary handicap sticker for my car for six months. In my opinion phyical therapy and bio freeze was a God sent. Bio freeze is a pain relieving gel that a lot a phycial therapists have. FYI: My podiatrist said if I lost weight it would help alot. I also told my surgeon I had plantar fascaitis and he noted it in my file. Good luck. I know it can hurt. Deb

Oh Maddie that's great that you are finally starting to feel like your old self. I hope nothing,but good things for you. You deserve it. Wow... that must have felt awesome about your jeans. Baby girl keep up the excellent work. Hugs, Deb

Welcome WOW.That's my surgery date too!!!! We are going to be sleeve sisters. Good luck and best wishes little sister. Deb

Best wishes and GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

I would like to give a big "THANK YOU" to everyone who responded in my time of understanding. I'll be alright. It helps to know people care. I'm going to look upon this as at least there wasn't anything seriously wrong with me. This can be easily fixed. I am now taking my prescription of potassium. 1 pill twice a day for fourteen days. I don't know if anyone knows the answer, but WHY ARE THE pills SOOOOO FREAKING BIG. LOL. Again thanks for the kind and encouraging words. Best wishes to everyone. You guys are AWESOME!!!!!! Deb

CONGRATS on the approval. What will life be like after surgery hopefully.......amazing!!!! Good luck. Woo hoo!!! Deb

Excellent results thus far. Kudos for walking 3 miles a day. Keep it up. Please keep us updated on your progress. Deb

Oh baby girl the best of luck to you. I'm sending positive thoughts your way. Please post when you feel able to. Deb

Congrats on your surgery date. Best wishes. Deb

I just started my pre-op diet yesterday. Nothing but Protein shakes, 1 low fat yogurt, 1 cup of skim milk and of course sugar free Jello and popsicles. Thanks for the kind words.

Today I went to the hospital for my lab workup, chest x-ray, and EKG. That was 7:30 this morning. I just received a call from my surgeon's office and the nurse stated my potassium levels are to low and they might have to cancel my surgery if I can not bring them up. They are calling in a script as I am writing this. I NEED to start taking this medication immediately. I have waited and waited for this and now......:sad0: My emotions have been up and down lately and this seems like a crushing blow to me.... I feel like crying. My level is at 3.3 and they want at least 3.6. My surgery is in two weeks. The nurse said they will take lab work again the day of surgery. If still to low, they will have to cancel. Peeps I need some words of encouragement. Thanks for listening. Deb

About 3 years ago I was on a a very small jet. I am 5'5 and weighed 270 pounds at the time. No way did I need to buy a second seat. However, last year when I was on another very small jet and 20 pounds heavier and I needed an extender. I just quietly asked the flight attendent for an extender. I am not bottom heavy so if that is a concern of yours you probably at worst would need an extender, but no way a second seat. Deb

I think it is entirely normal and a little bit to be expected that your friend might be envious of you. It doesn't mean she isn't happy for you too. She is sad it isn't her yet. She will get over it and everything will be just fine. Deb