LisaBC

I see that you are from Vancouver. I am originally from Kelowna but live in Calgary, AB now.

Hi! I'm having surgery with Dr. Ortiz on Jan 26! all the best to you. You must be on the pre-op diet as well. Sorry we will miss each other by a couple of days. Take Care Lisa

I am on day 8 of a two week pre-op diet. It does get easier as the days pass. It's almost like your body does an about face knowing that it can and will survive on the diet. The first 3 days I thought I was going to starve and die, but stick with it, the hunger pains will subside. Stay strong and don't watch the food Network whatever you do! you can do this! keep your eye on the prize!

All the best Meredith! I have have just started the second week of my pre-op diet and the second week is a lot easier (at least for me) than the first few days on it was. I think my body now realizes that this is all it's getting and I am not going to starve! not nearly as hungry as I was. Wishing you lots of success and stay strong on your liquid diet.. it takes lots of willpower.. you can do it! Lisa

Hi! My name is Lisa too.. I am being banded on Thurs, January 26! on a two week pre-op diet now.. down 10 pounds.. I'm scared yet excited at the same time. All the best to you with your surgery. Take Care!