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Started my pre-op diet. So far so good lol. Getting excited as surgery draws closer.
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Part of what's helped me get through this is the big realization of how much food controls us. I did the same thing worrying about how can I possibly do this, I can't have x, y, or z for months, and on and on. The only thing I can compare it to is when I quit smoking 5-6 years ago. I used to think I couldn't possibly go to this place or do this thing if I couldn't smoke. Looking back, yeah, it was stupid. Do I miss smoking at times? Sure. But it passes, I realize I don't stink like my coworkers, and I have a helluva lot of extra money.
Don't beat yourself up too bad. Most of us probably have a tendency to want to do a "last hoorah" before those two weeks kick in. It is much more mental than anything. I won't lie and say that it's been a walk in the park, but I'm on Day 13 of my pre-op and it's become a routine now. The past two weeks has been mental training for things on the other side of the surgery and not eating as much as I used to.

Hang in there. You'll get through it.

I think most people go through something similar. It's human nature. Here are the things that helped me.
First, create a line for yourself. Once the pre-op diet starts, there is no such thing as cheating. Not following the diet is seriously endangering your health, not a naughty misbehavior. This will be true until you are fully healed, so you can't allow yourself to think of cheating as an option.
Second, remember the scarcity is not true. You'll be able to eat those things again for the most part, eventually. Not in the same quantities and not frequently, but it's not like this is your last chance to taste it ever.
Third, read The Diet Trap Solution or one of the other books by Judith Beck and actually do what it says. It's not a diet book, per se, but a cognitive behavioral therapy book focused on weight loss. If you faithfully practice the CBT principals, it will be much easier.
And finally, come to terms with the fact that this sucks but you are up to it. food can't be your entertainment or comfort anymore. It's just fuel now, at least for the next few months. But life goes on, and food is really only a small part of it.
Good luck!! You can do it!!
VSG 1/20/17 HW: 325 SW:294 CW: 296

Thankfully, no one has had the gall to say that (at least to my face). But if they did, I would probably go into a laundry list of everything I have to do and monitor daily, and remind them that, surgery or not, losing 160 pounds (and counting) is a remarkable and rare feat. Then I would tell them to bite me and fiercely walk away! :-)

I've been using optisource chewable Vitamins. You only need to take 1 pill 4 times a day. And you get what you need. My NUT said it would be the easiest to manage.
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Here is my pre-op diet the dr gave me.
Breakfast 1 shake (carnation instant Breakfast sugar free) and 1piece of fruit.
AM snack. 1/2 cup raw veggies and 1 yogurt
lunch. 1/2 cup raw veggies 4 ounces skim milk
PM snack. 1/2 cup raw veggies 4 ounces skim milk
dinner. 1shake. 1/2 cup veggies
Bedtime snack. 1 piece fruit. 1 yogurt
Hope that helps. The veggies can be raw or steamed. And i can also have a cup of beef or chicken broth and sugar free Jello and of course Water or stuff like crystal light.
Good luck!
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Feb 8th! Excited and nervous.
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I've been on depression and anxiety meds for a number of years. I had also been suicidal a few years ago.
Things have gotten better with therapy and med adjustments and they cleared me for surgery.
Just be open and honest with them. That's all you can do. Good luck! You can do this!
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I'm scheduled for February 8th. Start my pre op diet January 25th.
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Feb 8 th.
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Feb 8th! Excited and nervous.
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I am scheduled feb 8, 2017
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As everyone has mentioned, this is your decision. Many times people respond in a negative way because of fear? Whatever their fear is, is theirs. You have one life to live and you should live in a way that makes your happy and proud. Yes it is great to have support, buuut at the end of the day, the decision is yours. You are putting yourself first to take care of your health and anyone who loves you is going to be there be it now or later. I also suggest looking at ClusieL on YouTube. She is awesome! Will be praying for you and sending you positive vibes for your surgery next week! *hugs*
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February 8th!!
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Feb 8 th.
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Feb 8th! Excited and nervous.
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I'm on Medicaid in Illinois and had to do 6 months of doctor visits to monitor weight.
After that and some tests they submitted and I got it approved. I had heard it could take a few tries but it went through for me. Good luck.
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I'm on Medicaid in Illinois and had to do 6 months of doctor visits to monitor weight.
After that and some tests they submitted and I got it approved. I had heard it could take a few tries but it went through for me. Good luck.
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Mine is scheduled for Feb 8th. Both excited and nervous.
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