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That is just awesome Huesosoc, I hope I lose as well as you are. Keep us posted and share what your going through, so I can be prepared. Thanks

Yes, I do the Welch's instant drink, like the Crystal Light but I light them better, you just pour into the bottle and shake. I did a 12step to get off soda's before surgery. I figured out how may I was drinking (12) a day then reduce by one every 15 days. It took six months but when I got close to the end, I was like why was I drinking them. I have not even missed them and I use to have headaches if I did not have a diet coke in my hand. I think a lot of athletes are set up this way. Once your sidelined you are use to consuming all the food that drove that energy then nothing and you still consume. Good luck, keep this thread going.

BigBossMan I know you can do it, it you can play Pro this will be a protein shake. Keep this thread going so we can be in touch.

I just completed my first week of the pre-op diet, not to bad. One week to go. I have a pre-op exam by my primary tomorrow. My surgery has been moved up an hour to 8:30 Monday 3-16. I watched the Emmi program yesterday, then sat down with my other half and watched it again to make sure we were both on the same page. This time next week I will be wanting to leave the hospital to come home.

I just completed my first week of the pre-op diet, not to bad. One week to go. I have a pre-op exam by my primary tomorrow. My surgery has been moved up an hour to 8:30 Monday 3-16. I watched the Emmi program yesterday, then sat down with my other half and watched it again to make sure we were both on the same page. This time next week I will be wanting to leave the hospital to come home.

Too Funny, LOL

Cool, guess I will have some friends to bitch too if it gets rough. Thanks for your reply

That is not good, but it is getting better. So far, I am doing well. I think it is because I am not on complete liquids. Keep in touch I may need the support.

I made it through my first day of fatty liver reducing diet, that sounds so sweet (NOT). I had two protein shakes and a lean cuisine. I really did not struggle at all. Lets' see what today brings.:cursing:

I made it through my first day of fatty liver reducing diet, that sounds so sweet (NOT). I had two protein shakes and a lean cuisine. I really did not struggle at all. Lets' see what today brings.:w00t:

Thanks for the support, best of luck to you. Keep in touch, not a lot of men in here. Keep that vision of you 100 lbs ago, and the new you and it will all be worth it.

Today I had to run by my doctor's office to give a final blood panel meaning I had to fast all day. Two weeks from today I will be home from the hospital, counting down the day. Told my friends by next summer vacation I would be wearing a thong :cursing:, ya me 50+ in a thong.

Today I had to run by my doctor's office to give a final blood panel meaning I had to fast all day. Two weeks from today I will be home from the hospital, counting down the day. Told my friends by next summer vacation I would be wearing a thong :smile:, ya me 50+ in a thong.

I have a March 16th 9:30am date with the Band, started the protein meal replacements today.:thumbup:

I band date is March 16 at 9:30am. I started my protein drinks for the next two weeks. Two meal replacement shakes and a light meal. Fun, Fun, Fun. Ready to make this happen.:cursing:

I band date is March 16 at 9:30am. I started my protein drinks for the next two weeks. Two meal replacement shakes and a light meal. Fun, Fun, Fun. Ready to make this happen.:smile:

Thanks for your comments, sorry for the delay in response. I am using Luttrell. I will get my date on Monday. I do not know why the insurance companys fight the lapband. There is a new report out that says the Lapban is the most cost effective way to lose weight. I will keep you posted as we proceed.

I started this journey years ago, but started the Lap band Journey as my 2008 New Years resolution. The year was trauma and drama, I fought BCBS of Arkansas all the way to the Arkansas Insurance Commission, who would not even acknowledge I existed, much less assist me. Moved my insurance to United Health Care and changed my Lap band doctor and today I got the call that I have waited 14 months for, I AM APPROVED. So here I am 51 years old male at 320 pounds. I go to the Shrink on Monday, not a insurance requirement but a doctor requirement since he had to remove a band from someone who was not prepared. I will then go on two weeks of liquid diet and Monday we will set a date. This may sound odd, but I am excited that someone is going to invade my body and implant a foreign device,but I am. I appreciate all of your entries since that has got me though this process. Thanks to all....

I started this journey years ago, but started the Lap band Journey as my 2008 New Years resolution. The year was trauma and drama, I fought BCBS of Arkansas all the way to the Arkansas Insurance Commission, who would not even acknowledge I existed, much less assist me. Moved my insurance to United Health Care and changed my Lap band doctor and today I got the call that I have waited 14 months for, I AM APPROVED. So here I am 51 years old male at 320 pounds. I go to the Shrink on Monday, not a insurance requirement but a doctor requirement since he had to remove a band from someone who was not prepared. I will then go on two weeks of liquid diet and Monday we will set a date. This may sound odd, but I am excited that someone is going to invade my body and implant a foreign device,but I am. I appreciate all of your entries since that has got me though this process. Thanks to all....:cool2:

Thanks for the insight

I met with Dr. Luttrell, my insurance would not cover Dr. Wellborn. Interestingly we have to go to Hope for the surgery.

I am considering using Luttrell, was your experience good? and do you have any regrets or issue?

Thanks for the encouragement.

I am in the waiting for insurance approval stage and have had my consult with Dr. Luttrell. I will go on a two week pre-op diet once a date is set. But for now I am on a pre-pre-op diet, thought I had better get started. The last thing I want is a delay because of a fatty liver. I read the post almost every day. So for those who think their post mean nothing, you are wrong. I have learned so much from this site, the good the bad and the slimy. I will need support, so please help me be the "BRAND NEW ME".

Here is the deal, I am out of control. I have been dieting since 1980. Each diet brings new weight, so after 29 years it is time for me to take control again. I am going to be as open as possible on here so it might be a little real for some. With that being said please help me on my journey to a new me.