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Im not a huge fizzy drinky but would like to enjoy one once im far enough post op, i prefer diet anyway and only drink it when out to dinner so im hoping this will be ok Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

I use raw Protein powder in vegie muffins. They are delicious Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

If you are the cook then maybe focus on cooking them foods that are less likely to tempt you and would also improve their diets for the long term. It is a hard battle but one you can be in control of

Ask people to stop eating that stuff around you or move to another room. It sucks so much but you have to look after your new tummy. Im on a 5 week pre op diet and climbing the walls craving wise but i keep telling myself this is to protect myself during surgery Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

Ohhhb im jealous. My diet is longer than yours and you get more protein shakes

I was originally leaning for rny but my doctor refused to perform it at my weight and gave me an option of mini bypass or sleeve (both under anesthesia for much less time) i choose the sleeve as there are more revision options if necessary Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

My pre op diet isnt purely liquid, but its for 5 weeks. I have two Protein shakes or replacements (Optifast pudding or bar etc) unlimited low starch veg and a meat protein portion a day. It has been really hard but its gotten easier. Its around 800-900 calories a day Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

I am currently on a 5 week pre op diet. I am focusing on the fact that it is ok and normal to feel hungry. That means my body is doing its job ( eating the fat around the liver) and that this isnt forever. I will be allowed carbs again, just not for a while and less often and small amounts Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

Yeah i think the international shipping makes these items not viable for purchase. Its unfortunate and i hope in the future you guys look at alternative shipping methods which are cheaper Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

I made my own cos i live in australia and couldnt find any options in the supermarket. They are so easy to make and way cheaper than store brought Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

Think about how much you spend on take out or junk food now. Also calculate the cost of medications for high blood pressure, high blood sugar and other meds which may not be needed after surgery. Then think about the other deductibles you might have to spend in the next 10 years for knee ops or heart surgery or a ton of other obesity related health issues. By now that $5k shouldnt look so bad. Ive been saving for a year for my surgery and this helped me keep on track of saving for it Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

I just finished week 1 of my 5 week pre op diet. You can do this!!! I am still thinking about food i want though Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

One week down on pre op diet, 4 weeks to go Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

I didnt want to wait 12 months either but i focused on the fact that this is a journey and used that time to work on my reasons for eating, learning about the surgeries, pre op, post op and everything in between and building my fitness. Im glad ive done it this way as i feel im really ready for this surgery and i feel like ive worked for it. I like the US approach in some ways with the supervised diets etc and feel that we could benefit from that here in australia

You can add more Water to the shakes if you want but it will make the flavour less. The calorie intake seems about right. Im at 900 calories on my pre op diet and my diet is for 5 weeks Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

35 days?!?! Oh wow! That's intense. Why so long? Ashlie M Sent from my iPhone Because im on the high end of the weight scale. My highest weight was 167kg. Before pre op diet was 150kg. Also the research shows that 6 weeks is optimal for liver shrinkage, although for paitent compliance 2 weeks is optimal as most cant manage 6. My doc and i discussed what i felt i could manage plus life commitments and we decided on 5 weeks

I have a 35 day pre op diet and im down to 32 days left. Its gonna be a lonnnng road. Im allowed two Optifast or other protien replacements a day, unlimited veg ( only some vegies allowed) and a lean meat Protein serve per day. Has to be around 900 calories Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

I wasnt told i need to stop but im guessing that doc one may be wanting to minimise the risk of blood clots sine birth control increases the risk of blood clots, esp in thise who are overweight or obese

My pre op diet officially starts today. I have 5 weeks of Optifast twice a day then a small meal of lean Protein and vegies. I know its not as bad as some but it is daunting! !! Im realllllly not a fan of optifast so i just emailed my surgeon asking if there are alternatives they will allow What did your pre op diet look like?? Was it all optifast? Another brand or something else all together?

They seem very high cal and carb. The Protein powder i use has .3 carbs per serve Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

High Protein greek yogurt mixed with you fav flavoured Protein powder Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

For a 'sweet' alternative try mixing a scoop of your fav flavoured Protein powder into a high protein low carb greek yogurt. Delicious and hits the sweet tooth for me Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

There is also no guarantee it will go away post op. For many it does (approx 70%) but not everyone. It has serious risks, stroke, heart attack. These risks are compounded by anesthesia. Why risk it? Maybe see if you can hire a machine Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

The flavours are nice from bulk nutrients but they arent very strong. I puchased their flavour sachet for the strawberry flavour to enhance the flavour but the rest were good without adding anything. The new choc honeycomb us my fav. I add it to 1/3 cup of greek yogurt and omg its like a mousse dessert Bulk nutrients also allows you to order a sample to try Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk

I was leaning towards the bypass, however my surgeon recommended a sleeve due to the high risk of having me under longer due to my high bmi. So im having a sleeve Sent from my SM-T350 using Tapatalk