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Here are a few tips: Be Honest: Communicate openly about your challenges and efforts. Honesty is essential for building trust with your healthcare team. Explain Your Efforts: Describe the strategies you've been using to lose weight and any difficulties you've encountered. This might include changes to your diet, exercise routine, or other lifestyle adjustments. Express Your Commitment: Emphasize your commitment to the weight loss journey and your understanding of its importance in preparing for surgery. Ask for Guidance: Seek advice from your surgeon on how to address the weight loss goals moving forward. They may provide additional support, resources, or recommendations. Remember that surgeons are there to help guide you through the process and ensure the best possible outcomes for your health. While meeting pre-surgery goals is essential, the overall goal is to support your well-being. If you're experiencing significant anxiety, consider discussing this with your surgeon or a member of the healthcare team. They may be able to provide additional guidance, reassurance, or resources to help manage stress and anxiety.

Online Communities: Websites and forums such as ObesityHelp, BariatricPal, or MyFitnessPal often have active communities where individuals share their experiences, tips, and support. Podcasts: Podcasts like "Weight Loss Surgery Podcast" or "Bariatric Surgery Success" feature discussions with experts, patients, and professionals in the field. Social Media: Instagram and Facebook have dedicated groups and accounts focused on WLS journeys. Search for hashtags like #WLScommunity, #BariatricJourney, or #WeightLossSurgery. Medical Institutions: Some reputable medical institutions and hospitals with bariatric surgery programs provide educational materials and resources for patients. Nutritionists and Dietitians: Your own nutritionist or dietitian may recommend specific resources tailored to your needs. They might suggest books, websites, or other materials to support your journey. YouTube Channels: Apart from individual journeys, there are channels like "Obesity TV" or "BariatricTV" that cover a range of topics related to WLS. Books: In addition to the one you mentioned, "Weight Loss Surgery for Dummies" by Marina S. Kurian, Barbara Thompson, and Brian K. Davidson is often recommended. Cookbooks and Meal Plans: Beyond general cookbooks, many WLS-focused cookbooks offer recipes tailored to post-surgery dietary needs.