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Fasting is a willing abstinence or reduction from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time.

Fasting. Fasting is a willing abstinence or reduction from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time.

The documentary and this post is about WATER ONLY, NO FOOD. Fasting is a willing abstinence or reduction from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time.

Not in this aspect. It is strictly water intake only

Yes, Im having mine 10/28

Yaaaay! Im flying Dallas to San Diego for my surgery. Im also evenly fat. So glad to hear this. Thank you!

I start mine tomorrow. Im looking forward to cleansing my body and getting it ready for a new beginning. [emoji4]

It occurred to me today (my liquid aka fasting diet begins tomorrow) that there is a lot of research done on fasting. Granted, this isn't a true fast as I will be taking in protein daily but the rest (for me) is going to be water. During a fast your body uses its glucose reserves within 24 hours. After that, your body will use only 4% protein and 96% lipids (fat) for energy. Fasting has TONS of benefits but must be done under medical supervision. It can help with allergies, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma and hypertension. The biggest finding is that fasting prior to chemotherapy dramatically decreases the side effects. There is an EXCELLENT documentary called "The Science of Fasting". I saw it on Amazon Prime Video. The major body of work was done by a world renowned biologist named Dr. Longo at Univ. of Southern California. I'm sure you can google him and find his research. So, maybe we should all look at our pre op diet as beneficial and not just for surgery preparation. We are truly cleansing our bodies and preparing them for a new healthy life. [emoji4]

I have bot flown since gaining so much weight. Im so nervous that I wont fit in the seat. How embarrassing! Does anyone know?

I have told 4 people, only one is family. I am not telling my kids. They are grown and out of the house and Im single. Im getting nervous. My 10 day pre op diet starts tomorrow.

Im going alone and its getting close. Is there anyone going Oct 28, 2017??? I REALLY need a surgery buddy!

Bill will you please email me the same information

I have nmNEVER had an issue reaching anyone at BariatricPal. Quite the opposite actually! EVERY SINGLE TIME I call they answer. If I send an email it is always answered in under 24 hours. Bill, Stacey and Henry are incredibly professional and more than happy to answer any questions.

What kind of mouthwash is it?

Im seeing Dr Illan

Im seeing Dr Illan

Im about to start my 2 week liquid diet. The length of time is based on your body fat percentage. Mine is 42%. Does that help?

Im starting to freak out, getting scared and worried about going to Mexico alone

Sunday is my last day smoking. Im going to use the patches. I have smoked for 25 yrs a pack a day. Then i start my liquid diet a week later! Eek

Hi my surgery is 10/28/2017. Im getting nervous and have tons of questions! Is anyone in my area willing to meet or chat on the phone regarding their VSG experience?

Im having my surgery 10/28/2017. Im getting a bit nervous. Im in Richardson. Is there any meetups for Bariatric support in the Dallas area?

I can relate and Congrats on retirement and your SX (surgery) date! Im a USN Corpsman vet myself. Amazon boxes are arriving in droves at my house. I recently resigned from my position at work to focus on my "battle". My SX date is 10/28/17, Im excited and apprehensive too. WE CAN DO THIS!

You look FANTASTIC! Well done you!!!

Best wishes, you will do GREAT!!!!

Will do!!!