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awesome! good for you. I have cardiac clearance apt this week, a psych appt still and two nutrition appts. keep steaming ahead!

just wanted to throw out there this info...on youtube there is a great show from the UK called Fat Doctor. MANY episodes uploaded and no commercials. It is similar to 'my 600 lb life' however these people weigh anywhere from about 275 up to 450, so it is way more comparable to many of us getting surgery.
I have been watching the episodes this weekend as I am really focused on educating myself as MUCH as possible as I prepare for my surgery. FYI- there are VERY graphic scenes of the surgery itself but it is also a great view into what exactly happens-being a nurse it didn't bother me at all.
Just wanted to pass this along as I thought that it was really great to find such a wealth of info from the shows. btw, 1 stone=14 lb.

I am wondering this question: I am big busted now (pre-op) and don't necessarily want to have implants done after my weight loss. I know I will require both ab work and some revision to the tata's...is possible for the plastic surgeon to just reduce and reshape??? I know many ladies lose their weight and then have implants, but I have never liked being a large-busted woman and I look forward to being a small cup size...

Most of these foods seem like they can be altered to fit your nutritional needs after surgery.
I did the nacho thing with taco seasoning and actually just crumbled a plain rice cake over the top for the crunch. All approved by my nutritionist. If u want more of a tortilla chip, is there a gluten free option? I haven't really looked as I've stayed away from chips altogether. Chili was allowed after 3-4 weeks for me as one of my soft food/puree options! I put "healthy" and Protein packed tweaks on all old recipes and absolutely LOVE trying out new recipes I find here or interest that my family loves. Best of luck! It's truly a fun journey if you make it that way!