Glockoma813

I was told not to use gummies because they swell but I have found that bariatric advantage makes one specifically for each operation and lifestyle. But I'd love to hear what others use

Wow congratulations on that step...I'm still pre op..but was just talking to my wife about this literally just now.. I was also going to put either marker or tape on my wall around my body (think chalk outline) and redo it every so often in order to track my progress. .

Sometimes I think no requirement would be harder ..at least I know what I'll have and when. I'm excited just found out my pre op date is next Tuesday ...it seems so far away and yet so close..

Nickybad - that sounds like a good idea ...plus I like flat soda. Bandista - yeah food has always been a crutch for me, it's psychological and leads back to my childhood. Plus let's be honest who doesn't love food that's bad for you...

Omg so it's like a coke float and creamsickle? At first it seemed weird to me...but now it sounds good... I'm trying to stay away from carbonation since I can't have any after the surgery though

Man I need to ask about this veggie stuff.... I feel like I'm missing out on something that I could use lol... I wish all of you the best ..and look forward to seeing how you're handling it .. I hope you all have support, my family has been the best for me through this whole process

Yes I know it's difficult. I have a extreme culinary tooth and I have been thinking of all the food I won't be able to have. And in Tampa we have diverse cultures and even more diverse food... it's been a pain amd I'm dreading the florida state fair lol

It was dreadful ... I've been going to the same one for over 15 years ..my waitress made a fresh pot just for me "if that's all your getting it's gonna be the best damn coffee I make today" and it was .... that's awesome though I don't feel so alone! I will definitely keep in touch. Have you started pre op shakes? And do you have the same restrictions as me? If so how are you handling it?

Thanks for the reply, um I wasn't told I could ...it's something I might have to ask..I was told one bouillon cube a day if I needed (although homemade chicken soup broth would be healthier for my BP) but that would be a good idea... and diet soda? I've been using coffee and the shake as a creamer but with my job I'm often in fast food establishments and reasturants (went to ihop with a client today and ordered only coffee) that was hell..

Hi, my name is Tony. I'm 25 and live in Tampa, my surgery is the 12th of Nov and I have 3 weeks of Optifast and I'm on day 6. It's difficult so I was wondering how sone of you got through it? I can't eat anything with it except jello and Popsicles (sugar free of course). This has been a long journey for me and I've come so far (25 Lbs lost) to fail so any help will help (obviously). And if anyone pre or post op is in the area let me know.