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My surgery date was 4/26 and I am down 33 lbs. No fills yet, I don't feel like I need one - I can pretty much eat everything, but I only take small portions -- way less I used to eat. My weight loss has slowed down to about 1lb a week, and I am happy with that:rolleyes2:.

I am just starting to feel better. My surgery was 4/27. I had a terrible surgical experience because my bowel was perforated. I ended up having a second surgery a day after to repair it and then was in the hospital for 5 nights and 1 of those nights was in intensive care. All in all, it was horrible. I am very apprehensive now but am trying to regain my positive attitude. I have lost about 25 lbs so far and I do not feel hungry between meals at all. I am still having problems getting all the liquids down, but everything I have eaten has stayed down and I am very relieved about that. I am working on getting the protein in and have been adding new things slowly. My next appt is 5/28 and I am going to pass on a fill - after my experience in the hospital, I just want to take this very, very slow.

I am on day 9 of 15. My surgery is on 4/27. My pre-surgical diet includes 4 Protein shakes a day, and a choice of 5 of the following: 1/2 cup of natural applesauce; 1/2 cup of cream of wheat or regular oatmeal; 1/2 cup of a creamed soup - low fat, made with water; 1/2 cup of sugar free pudding; or 1/2 cup fat free yogurt. I do like

I just completed day 3 of my 14 day pre op diet and Unjury is making it a lot easier. I bought the Chocolate, Vanilla and Chicken Soup. Chocolate is my favorite but all are good. I also bought the Magic Bullet and have been making great shakes. I only have the chicken soup once a day and it helps a lot because by dinner time, I feel like something other than chocolate or vanilla. My pre op diet requires 4 protein shakes a day. So I mix them up, vanilla for breakfast, chocolate for lunch, chicken soup for dinner then vanilla or chocolate later. I did not think I would be able to handle this diet -- but I am doing great and honestly its because of Unjury. Although I have to admit, I would love to have something solid -- even an egg would be wonderful!

My first consult was in November 09 and finally, my surgery is scheduled for April 27th. For insurance, I had to have a few medical tests, a psych evaluation, meet with nutritionist, attend seminar and special exercise class. I only had to wait aprox. 5 months, which isn't too bad after reading so many other posts.

Thank you Betsy, You did put my mind at ease. I am going to talk to my PA about this as well when I see her next week. This is all so new to me and I can't help but be concerned, in fact probably overly concerned about everything!:wub:

I had my thyroid removed and take levothyroxin every day. My surgeon did not seem concerned, but I was told by a couple people at work that soy protein is an absolute No No for anyone with thyroid problems. I will be starting the 2 week liquid diet in April, before my surgery and am worried sick about it. Is there anyone out there that has thyroid problems and is it true that soy protein can alter the effectiveness of thyroid drugs? Also does anyone know of any protein powder that does not have soy in it? Even the Whey powders I have looked at seem to also have some soy.:thumbup:

Don't worry, you will be in jeans. I am the queen of thunder thighs! Over the past 20 years I have yo-yo'd up and down and in my down times, my legs slimmed down too. After menopause kicked in, I am at my all time highest weight now though, and also because of my age, I am worried about excess skin --- but believe me, anything has to be better than this. My legs were never perfect, but they were nice! I am hoping to see them again over the next couple years. My surgery date is April 27th but I have started to watch what I am eating now, before my 2 wk pre-surgery diet starts.:thumbup:

Received my approval from insurance a couple days ago and my doctor's office said they are scheduling my surgery in April. I am guessing it will be around the middle of the month. I am nervous too and am so hoping that this is the right decision for me. :smile2:

Hi Jeri, I just received my insurance company's approval yesterday. My surgery will be in April. I am looking forward to joining this group and to being successful with all of you. Good luck on your journey!:smile2:

My appointment with the surgeon is on 2/17 too. I already had the psych evaluation and am meeting with a nutritionist on 2/10. After everyone puts their reports together, they will then submit to my insurance carrier. I am a wreck about all of this so I absolutely know how you feel. I am excited at the same time though! Good luck to you.