Mello1

Yeah, I got a call from the nutritionist this afternoon to officially discuss my liquid diet. Heh, I told her I was already on it. I like to start things on a Sunday.

You'll be fine! Remember attitude is everything!

I just started using them. Anything that I don't have to swallow solid is great for me.

Wow. Congratulations! You are certainly a role model!

Like most things, every person has to determine if this is an option for them. Here is that article that I referred to: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5485884/ about set points. Others are much more knowledgeable than I am, but I believe the smaller stomach makes it very difficult to take in more than 1000 calories in the beginning. Is that sustainable for life? I certainly can't answer that question, but there are 2 celebrities who I follow who I know have had RNY surgery and has maintained their low weight for up to 20 years. Some gain some back, but the real point here is that this surgery is a tool -- not the solution -- to weight loss. What I see is that the surgery gives you a sustained time period to adjust to a new eating lifestyle. What I do know is no matter what one does to lose weight, one has to sustain it for life in order to keep that weight off.

I'm glad that you did because it is important to note that the vast majority of cases go off without a hitch and folk are doing well.

2 weeks and they made it clear that if you don't do it, you won't have the surgery. I've fasted before, so I know what to expect. I used to fast for 14-21 in the fall, but the acid reflux couldn't handle green juice fasting anymore. Actually, I'm into day 2, and so far, so good. I think it's the protein shakes.

Hi BigSue and congrats on your journey! My insurance requires a 3 month program of supervised diet (but no set weight loss; I do hope to be close to 20 pounds down by surgery time). My bariatric center actually had a pre-op nutrition class and basically we were told to concentrate on getting your proteins in and lowering carbs. Just based on my experience so far, upping the protein and lowering the carbs is most successful, along with getting the water in. You should ask if your program includes meeting with a nutritionist to discuss specifics with you.

Momof3_angels pretty much broke it down, and I agree with all comments here. I did find a NHS study that discusses body reset points after bariatric surgery, but after reading many comments here, if you put in the post-op work, you will lose a lot of weight.

This is great advice! I was just saying in another thread how I was going between being excited and saying 'what have I gotten myself into'. Attitude is EVERYTHING and I also think if you are doing everything they tell you to do, then that goes a long way toward minimizing complications. I say let's rock this out people!

Yup, I was the same way. The surgeon recommended RNY, but left the decision to me for that very reason. My reflux has been bad and was getting worse and when I read that the sleeve may aggravate the problem, it was then a no brainer for me. Hey, is anyone else oscillating between being very excited to 'what the heck am I doing'? That's why I love coming on this site at times, although when I read about some other's complications, I get nervous again...

Welcome lisab6889 to the March 20th group! March 2 Skywolfe, Earthquake88, AnnieK1073, Rearguard, Slimmy-Mommeee, onmyway11 March 3 Glannin, BigInJapan, Byrd0315, Katheryn0303, Tamarita, CammyC, Kristyle, mooki March 4 lucia.vsg March 5 KSMermaid, gucci2018, ERYNN123, gcampbell99 March 6 Pansypicker, Amber77, LeeLee Luv March 9 Angie526, AuntCyn, highlyundermedicated, Nette200486, Wendy128 March 10 Confidently_Me, Nermada, Wellness Warrior, NewEnglanderGal, Amy Franks, finding.me March 11 MaineDoc, 3charrm, lily66, asnirak March 12 ronjsteele1, anyu3379, Jay2016 March 13 Q75j25 March 14 Amie March 17 Mello1 March 18 Hop_Scotch March 19 medicpup2, MMurphy1015 March 20 JessicaMNCat, fiddlinjellybean, LisaB6889 March 23 KingTeresa 2006, Believe0xandx0conquer, RPilch March 25 Sozamy March 24 heavenlyscrts, jDubs, AngienHarry, SleeveCanadian, Learning2LoveTina, Melodyadea March 26 Cia2020, OnMyWay1956, Marthalynn, richiewho March 27 Ayemeeb, Eribur March 30 Stanlak, Starla K, Milly221 March 31 KhoricRitter

Thanks for explaining that. I'm having the full RGY because of acid reflux. I will be very glad to get rid of that.

Heh, I'm on straight liquids, broth, sugar free popsicles and jello. That's it for me, or and water of course. Yeah, that Cookies and Cream.... yuck. I just threw out some old ones this weekend when I purged the refrig of all foods...

I started my liquid diet yesterday (actually 2 days early than needed). The Premiere Protein Carmel is to die for! I fully expect it to be too sweet for me post op. I tried the Swanson Chicken Bone Broth (plain) -- not bad. I have to find the other flavors though.

Sending my best wishes for those who are having procedures today and thru-out this week. Please do check in and let us know how you are doing!

Welcome Krimsonbutteries, ChelleFord to the March 3rd group! March 2 Skywolfe, Earthquake88, AnnieK1073, Rearguard, Slimmy-Mommeee, onmyway11 March 3 Glannin, BigInJapan, Byrd0315, Katheryn0303, Tamarita, CammyC, Kristyle, mooki, Krimsonbutteries, ChelleFord March 4 lucia.vsg March 5 KSMermaid, gucci2018, ERYNN123, gcampbell99 March 6 Pansypicker, Amber77, LeeLee Luv March 9 Angie526, AuntCyn, highlyundermedicated, Nette200486, Wendy128 March 10 Confidently_Me, Nermada, Wellness Warrior, NewEnglanderGal, Amy Franks, finding.me March 11 MaineDoc, 3charrm, lily66, asnirak March 12 ronjsteele1, anyu3379, Jay2016 March 13 Q75j25 March 14 Amie March 17 Mello1 March 18 Hop_Scotch March 19 medicpup2, MMurphy1015 March 20 JessicaMNCat, fiddlinjellybean March 23 KingTeresa 2006, Believe0xandx0conquer, RPilch March 25 Sozamy March 24 heavenlyscrts, jDubs, AngienHarry, SleeveCanadian, Learning2LoveTina, Melodyadea March 26 Cia2020, OnMyWay1956, Marthalynn, richiewho March 27 Ayemeeb, Eribur March 30 Stanlak, Starla K, Milly221 March 31 KhoricRitter

Best wishes for a successfully day tomorrow!

March 1st: I got my letter from the Bari Center with my official pre-op, surgery, and post-ops dates and instructions on medications/supplements not to take 7 days before surgery. I have all of the pre-op/post-op liquids and I know what I'm taking to the hospital with me. Now starts the liquid diet for me and I expect to be hungry, hungry, hungry, but I will push thru!

Welcome onmyway11 to the March 2nd group! Welcome mooki to the March 3rd group! Welcome gcampbell99 to the March 5th group! Welcome LeeLee Luv to the March 6th group! Welcome Wendy128 to the March 9th group! Welcome Bren85 to the March 12th group! Welcome Amie to the March 14th group! Welcome RPilch to the March 23rd group! March 2 Skywolfe, Earthquake88, AnnieK1073, Rearguard, Slimmy-Mommeee, onmyway11 March 3 Glannin, BigInJapan, Byrd0315, Katheryn0303, Tamarita, CammyC, Kristyle, mooki March 4 lucia.vsg March 5 KSMermaid, gucci2018, ERYNN123, gcampbell99 March 6 Pansypicker, Amber77, LeeLee Luv March 9 Angie526, AuntCyn, highlyundermedicated, Nette200486, Wendy128 March 10 Confidently_Me, Nermada, Wellness Warrior, NewEnglanderGal, Amy Franks, finding.me March 11 MaineDoc, 3charrm, lily66, asnirak March 12 ronjsteele1, anyu3379, Jay2016 March 13 Q75j25 March 14 Amie March 17 Mello1 March 18 Hop_Scotch March 19 medicpup2, MMurphy1015 March 20 JessicaMNCat, fiddlinjellybean March 23 KingTeresa 2006, Believe0xandx0conquer, RPilch March 25 Sozamy March 24 heavenlyscrts, jDubs, AngienHarry, SleeveCanadian, Learning2LoveTina, Melodyadea March 26 Cia2020, OnMyWay1956, Marthalynn, richiewho March 27 Ayemeeb, Eribur March 30 Stanlak, Starla K, Milly221 March 31 KhoricRitter

Welcome lurkers! We added a lot of new March baris here! We are at March 1st and procedures start tomorrow thru the end of the month. Please be sure to check in and let everyone know how you are doing! Welcome onmyway11 to the March 2nd group! Welcome mooki to the March 3rd group! Welcome gcampbell99 to the March 5th group! Welcome LeeLee Luv to the March 6th group! Welcome Wendy128 to the March 9th group! Welcome Bren85 to the March 12th group! Welcome Amie to the March 14th group! Welcome RPilch to the March 23rd group! March 2 Skywolfe, Earthquake88, AnnieK1073, Rearguard, Slimmy-Mommeee, onmyway11 March 3 Glannin, BigInJapan, Byrd0315, Katheryn0303, Tamarita, CammyC, Kristyle, mooki March 4 lucia.vsg March 5 KSMermaid, gucci2018, ERYNN123, gcampbell99 March 6 Pansypicker, Amber77, LeeLee Luv March 9 Angie526, AuntCyn, highlyundermedicated, Nette200486, Wendy128 March 10 Confidently_Me, Nermada, Wellness Warrior, NewEnglanderGal, Amy Franks, finding.me March 11 MaineDoc, 3charrm, lily66, asnirak March 12 ronjsteele1, anyu3379, Jay2016 March 13 Q75j25 March 14 Amie March 17 Mello1 March 18 Hop_Scotch March 19 medicpup2, MMurphy1015 March 20 JessicaMNCat, fiddlinjellybean March 23 KingTeresa 2006, Believe0xandx0conquer, RPilch March 25 Sozamy March 24 heavenlyscrts, jDubs, AngienHarry, SleeveCanadian, Learning2LoveTina, Melodyadea March 26 Cia2020, OnMyWay1956, Marthalynn, richiewho March 27 Ayemeeb, Eribur March 30 Stanlak, Starla K, Milly221 March 31 KhoricRitter

It’s great that you have you own personal buddy! I will add your name to the list later today.

Just relax and get ready for the big change! You will do fine.

Welcome Kristyle to the March 3rd group! Welcome MMurphy1015 to the March 19th group! March 2 Skywolfe, Earthquake88, AnnieK1073, Rearguard, Slimmy-Mommeee March 3 Glannin, BigInJapan, Byrd0315, Katheryn0303, Tamarita, CammyC, Kristyle March 4 lucia.vsg March 5 KSMermaid, gucci2018, ERYNN123 March 6 Pansypicker, Amber77 March 9 Angie526, AuntCyn, highlyundermedicated, Nette200486 March 10 Confidently_Me, Nermada, Wellness Warrior, NewEnglanderGal, Amy Franks, finding.me March 11 MaineDoc, 3charrm, lily66, asnirak March 12 ronjsteele1, anyu3379, Jay2016 March 13 Q75j25 March 17 Mello1 March 18 Hop_Scotch March 19 medicpup2, MMurphy1015 March 20 JessicaMNCat, fiddlinjellybean March 23 KingTeresa 2006, Believe0xandx0conquer March 25 Sozamy March 24 heavenlyscrts, jDubs, AngienHarry, SleeveCanadian, Learning2LoveTina, Melodyadea March 26 Cia2020, OnMyWay1956, Marthalynn, richiewho March 27 Ayemeeb, Eribur March 30 Stanlak, Starla K, Milly221 March 31 KhoricRitter

I'm sorry that you are having such a difficult time. Just keep thinking: 'it will get better'....