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Boo I think it's in your best interest to just stop. Telling him or her is not the most important. I say stop because you have no idea what kind of tests they perform with blood or urine. Don't prolong what you want over a blunt. I was told I had to be nicotine free for 3mo because smoking could like really kill me so I decided to quit both.

Hi all! I am writing this because I am ashamed and embarrassed because I cheated on my liquid diet with several times. Now I've read ppl posts about cheating with fruits or maybe crackers but my ass went the extra mile and ate McD three times. I am completely worried but also wondering if I should even do this. I have 10days left, will my liver shrink enough in time? I've come so far and frankly too far too sabotage it for myself. Please folks give me some words of encouragement. Keep the criticism down to a minimum please.

I can't wait to buy sexy panties and bras from Victoria secret. I also just want to try everywhere I can because I've been limited to lane Bryant, Ashley Stewart, torrid, and old navy online. Can't wait branch out!

Hi! I am..correction..was a heavy smoker (1pk daily). I was very honest with my doctor about my smoking and he informed me that smoking after the surgery could very well kill me, therefore I needed to be nicotine free for 3mo before he could perform the surgery. This decision is based solely on your doctor and insurance plays no part in this decision. Because my insurance usually goes through quickly I wonder if my smoking is the only thing that pushes me back til June.
#18dayscigarettefree

Hi! I am in the process, I've been cleared by my dietician, have the psyc eval on 3/11 and hopefully my last meeting with NUT and another meeting with my surgeon on 3/19 to clarify that I want the sleeve and not bypass. Because I was a smoker my surgeon required I be nicotine free for 3mo. before the surgery. I waiting told that because I have BCBS IL that insurance wouldn't be a major issue and would be approved quickly. I am praying for a May surgery date.
Oh I am having it done @ UIC by Dr. Elli

I admire you for being able to post here about what you did, that takes courage. You have it in you to do this. Here is what I do as I struggle with foods I should not be eating. Every time I see something that is not healthy for me, or not on my pre-surgical diet and I am tempted, I visualize the skull and cross bones symbol for POISON right on top of it.
After all, some of these foods are poison to those of us who struggle with obesity. Even thin people should not be eating that stuff, but some can eat away without it causing them to gain weight. That is not my luck to be able to.
But then again, when I think about it, maybe WE are the lucky ones. We are learning to eat the right foods in the right portions. The people who live on fast food still pay a price, it may not be in weight gain but they will surely end up with unhealthy fat in their arteries.
As the others have said, you have time to stick to the program now. And be prepared to say good-bye (at least for awhile) to those foods that are poisonous for you. Good luck.
Nancy
PS, I am pretty sure the day will come when I will be the one posting here about needing to stick to the liquid diet, LOL. We all have to do it after all.

My surgeon wants me to loose 15lbs. So stick with it you are probably on track. When you see that McDonald's drive right past, nun uh don't even look at the place. Look straight ahead, and pretend it doesn't exist. It's not there! I used to say, 10 ago, that my car had an alignment problem, when I drove by "M" (let's just quit using their name) it would pull toward it. Let's look straight forward and never look back, we can do this thing!!!

I am there with you...the first 4 days were difficult for me and I cheated several times...including going to fast food 1 time...yesterday I did a lot better but still wasn't right on track...so don't feel alone..as of today I also have 10 days left and it feels a little easier for me and I have followed my pre-op diet completely but it's only 11am...I can do this and I am sure you can too.

Hi...got my sleeve at Loyola in December 2013. Doing well.

I''ve come very far, I've been cleared by NUT,dietician and psychiatry. My paperwork should be submitted on Monday and when I get my approval I should get the date I want. So what's wrong with this picture....I can't stop eating everything. I have gained almost 15lbs since I started this process (1/31/14) and the doctor excused it cause I'm in the process of quitting cigarettes. Ok so I'm not sure if I'm sabotaging or what. I'm extremely worried now because I saw a younger girl who had the sleeve a couple months ago and she was eating chips, pop and candy. I do feel like I'll never get to eat my favorite foods again so I am consuming everything. I need some tips to stop eating everything

I definitely understand that lonely feeling. If it wasn't for this site I would be lost. My mom just let me know how she really feels. it really hurt that she couldn't put her personal feelings aside just to enjoy the fact That I'm happy. She has the nerve to say when I was your age I did it and exercise worked for me. If that didn't amplify the doubts I have and increase the second guessing I don't know what can. I just decided that I'm going to do this alone and I'm ok with that

I definitely understand that lonely feeling. If it wasn't for this site I would be lost. My mom just let me know how she really feels. it really hurt that she couldn't put her personal feelings aside just to enjoy the fact That I'm happy. She has the nerve to say when I was your age I did it and exercise worked for me. If that didn't amplify the doubts I have and increase the second guessing I don't know what can. I just decided that I'm going to do this alone and I'm ok with that

I''ve come very far, I've been cleared by NUT,dietician and psychiatry. My paperwork should be submitted on Monday and when I get my approval I should get the date I want. So what's wrong with this picture....I can't stop eating everything. I have gained almost 15lbs since I started this process (1/31/14) and the doctor excused it cause I'm in the process of quitting cigarettes. Ok so I'm not sure if I'm sabotaging or what. I'm extremely worried now because I saw a younger girl who had the sleeve a couple months ago and she was eating chips, pop and candy. I do feel like I'll never get to eat my favorite foods again so I am consuming everything. I need some tips to stop eating everything

KeeWee,
I'll be 6 months out on April 7th and I'm doing great. I'm a few lbs from the 1st goal I set for myself and had no clue I would get there this fast. I'm not doing anything special. I don't lift weights or really work out right now (I'm a nurse and I work 6 days a week running around hospitals all day- I can't help but lose right now). I'm beyond thankful for this sleeve and content with the decisions I made to get it done in Mexico. I have before and during pics on my page since I still consider myself early in the process. Good luck to you in your journey

Darling the struggle is real lol and these skinny chicks have no idea...I can always talk lol So pm me if you need someone who understands.

Darling the struggle is real lol and these skinny chicks have no idea...I can always talk lol So pm me if you need someone who understands.

I'm looking for singles in their 30's and 40's for support, companionship, and advice! I am a 40 year old professional living in Hyde Park and I would love to connect with other singles I can relate to! I will be sleeved in April so I know my social life will have to change drastically. Ladies and Gentleman, let's come together!

Darling the struggle is real lol and these skinny chicks have no idea...I can always talk lol So pm me if you need someone who understands.

10 days post op. Lost 55 pounds all together so far since November. Had to get some jeans, they were all too big. Went shopping and found I went from a 5x to a 3x. From a size 32 to a 26!!! Today was an awesome day. Haven't worn these sizes in almost 15 years!

I see u said something about being easily triggered to smoke and cry...I was there at the beginning of this process. My p p prescribed WellButrin for Mike depression and quitting smoking. More than anything this medication has made the surgery possible for me because smoking was a staple in my life and I was sad about everything which led to be eating everything. Its not for everybody but I am definitely singing it's praises. Good luck. I understand the lonely and lost feeling so feel free to message me anytime.

I've read many different posts by numerous members and the common theme is an obsession with the scale. Will it move this? Why hasn't it moved? And the list goes on... I want to know does that obsession with the scale ever go away? I want to believe that the visual change in my body will suffice, like my back fat disappearing or my thighs no longer rubbing or crossing my legs without using my hand to pull up my leg and keep it up (lol). I've been obsessed with the numbers on the scale for far too long and that obviously got me no where. I just want to love my body a.k.a. love the skin I'm in.

I've read many different posts by numerous members and the common theme is an obsession with the scale. Will it move this? Why hasn't it moved? And the list goes on... I want to know does that obsession with the scale ever go away? I want to believe that the visual change in my body will suffice, like my back fat disappearing or my thighs no longer rubbing or crossing my legs without using my hand to pull up my leg and keep it up (lol). I've been obsessed with the numbers on the scale for far too long and that obviously got me no where. I just want to love my body a.k.a. love the skin I'm in.

I went to he doctor on Wednesday to confirm I wanted the sleeve. While waiting the the waiting room I had a very informative convo with patients of my doc who'd already had the procedure. Anyway, as we are talking a younger girl comes up and joins. As this young lady is talking I hear her say she was 358 and has lost 70lbs....yay right? Well as she was telling the group some held a strawberry pop, hot cheetos and a brash of peanut m&m's in her hand. She was not accompanied by anyone else do this junk had to be hers. Wtf yall!!!!! This was very discouraging. I want to get away from these eating habits yet she is proving its possible. And so I was reminded....THE SLEEVE IS JUST A TOOL!!!

I went to he doctor on Wednesday to confirm I wanted the sleeve. While waiting the the waiting room I had a very informative convo with patients of my doc who'd already had the procedure. Anyway, as we are talking a younger girl comes up and joins. As this young lady is talking I hear her say she was 358 and has lost 70lbs....yay right? Well as she was telling the group some held a strawberry pop, hot cheetos and a brash of peanut m&m's in her hand. She was not accompanied by anyone else do this junk had to be hers. Wtf yall!!!!! This was very discouraging. I want to get away from these eating habits yet she is proving its possible. And so I was reminded....THE SLEEVE IS JUST A TOOL!!!

That is freaking awesome! I'm happy for u