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Hi,

Last week I had my surgery moved up from July 7th to June 30th. This afternoon I had a message from the office that "They had a cancelation and would I like to move up to June 16th?" WOW!!!! I just said YES.:biggrin:

That means I start my 2 week pre-op diet next Tue.

YAAAAAAAAAAAA!! Now I'm really excited:laugh:. I have to get all my Protein Powder and supplies.

Carol D'

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I started my liquid diet today and my surgery is June 9th. Not sure how I am going to do only on liquids, but I have to do it. I wish everyone well. The next couple of weeks are going to be hard.

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Same day as me Carol D' !!! I'ts just around the corner!!:biggrin:

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Very Coooool:thumbup:. I know we can do it!!:smile2:

Good luck and best wishes,

Carol D'

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Hi xenay,

We'll be Band Twins:lol:. I'm ready!!!:smile2: Keep in touch.

Carol D'

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Hi Ladies,

What's on your Pre-op Diet. Mine doesn't sound as bad as most I've seen.

start 2 weeks before surgery

1. 4 Protein Shakes with 8 ozs. 1% Milk

2. 1 meal consisting of 4 ozs. lean Protein and veggies

3. 2 servings of fruit

+ 64 ozs. or more of calorie free fluids

I haven't received my day before directions yet.

Some I've seen are just shakes or worse Clear Liquids?

Carol D'

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Scheduled my surgery today for June 10th! Very excited and scared at the same time.

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Hi Ladies,

What's on your Pre-op Diet. Mine doesn't sound as bad as most I've seen.

start 2 weeks before surgery

1. 4 Protein shakes with 8 ozs. 1% Milk

2. 1 meal consisting of 4 ozs. lean Protein and veggies

3. 2 servings of fruit

+ 64 ozs. or more of calorie free fluids

I haven't received my day before directions yet.

Some I've seen are just shakes or worse clear liquids?

Carol D'

Mine is 4 weeks of:

Hi protein low carbs shakes with 6 oz Water for Breakfast and lnch

4-6 oz protein and a green leafy vegetable for dinner

64 oz of Water per day

The first week I totally biffed it!! but now i've buckled down and got serious. I know i've got hunger induced delirium though. I've been thinking about cupcakes for 3 days, and i dont even like cake. Yesterday I saw a peppermint patty commercial and it was the most glorious thing i've ever seen. The grocery store by my house just put out these single serving seafood packs. 4 oz of salmon, or tilapia, or scallops, etc for $1 each. I bought enough to get me through the whole pre-op stage. they're so convenient.

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My diet is a 10 day diet:

Days 1 - 7:

Breakfast

Protein Meal Replacement shake

Mid-morning, mid-afternoon, and bedtime snack

Protein Bar or drink

lunch and dinner

half of a Protein Meal Replacement shake

2 - 4 ounces lean meat

1/2 cup non-starchy vegetable or 1 cup salad with low-fat dressing.

And of course 64 ounces of de-caf, sugar-free liquid.

Days 8 - 10:

Liquids

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KBertinelli,

You are so close, 1 week to go. We are all afraid we can't do it but, we Are going to make it work this

time:thumbup:!! Once banded you won't feel hungry all the time. I had my gallbladder out 3/31/10. I felt awful for 4 days and then it got better. Yup, 2 surgeries in

two and half months. Not my idea of fun but, had to be done. I'll be right behind you June 16th!!

Good Luck,:smile2:

Carol D'

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ashley2369,

I'm so sorry you are having such a hard time:sad:.

If it's really bad call the doctors office. What is your pre-op diet. Hang in there!! You'll be in my prayers.

Carol D'

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I cant believe i am 3.5 weeks away! of course i have a mix of emotions, but i'm ready!! My pre-op diet is 10 days, just low carb and high protein!! we can do this!

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Found out yesterday that my insurance appeal was approved and I'm scheduled for June 14th.....I'm so excited!!!!!:smile2:

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I, too, am a June Bandster. My date is June 15th. I am a mixture of several emotions right now, but it all leads back to excitement and joy that I am able to take a step toward finally being healthy again. Congrats to all the other June Band members out there.

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Hi Jessica & Bosslady,

We are the 14th, 15th and 16th:lol:!!! How cool is that?

On our journey to our new lives:thumbup:. I'm going shopping to get my Protein powders, Broths,

SF Jello, Shakers etc. Keep in touch:smile2:!!

Good Luck,

Carol D'

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