Approved 1/3/2011

Pre diet starts 1/18/2011

Pre-op appt 1/20/2011

Surgery 2/2/2011

So any one have any good tips on the pre op diet! I am SOOO HAPPY that I am at that point and will be banded in 3 weeks!!! I am terrified of having a liquid diet though... for TWO weeks! AHHH!

Any tips would be appreciated! I am starting out at 304 lbs and 5'11. My goal weight is 200 lbs!

My best friend is doing it with me too! Boy we have a lot in common! don't cheat at ur meeting! U can do it! Its only one day compared to the rest of ur life! U may have to eat more than liquids, but u can still eat small portions of healthy food anywhere. I believe that, so don't punish yourself with food. That's what my therapist tells me! Its no longer a reward at this point.

That's exactly what I was thinking I might order chicken push it around the plate to act like I'm eating then bring it home to my boyfriend!! I've been eating like crazy the past few weeks. Last night we went out to dinner and I just sat there and thought I'm over it! I'm over food, I love to cook & go out to dinner but food doesn't hold that same joy as it did! I really feel I am ready for this lifestyle change.

How are the liquid diets going today???

Did your doctor tell you what a good weight range is for you? Mine said because of my height & big boobs realistically 220 is a good weight. Just wondering what yours said since we're same height same weight...

Hey waytoofat,

Congrats on being approved. I am scheduled for feb 7th. I'm so excited & nervous at the same time. I begin my diet on the 24th. I went to bariatriceating.com they have some good drinks on there. I like believe very yummy. Eas myoplex isn't bad, Isopure has an aftertaste but not terrible. I just bought like 10 different drinks and see what I like & don't. I notice the ones people recommend I'm not into different taste buds I guess.

Hopefully we can keep in touch I am also 5'11 & weigh 304.6. My goal weight is between 200-220. I don't want to get too skinny I wanna keep some of my shape and the doctor said realistically I shouldn't be under 200lbs!!!

Again good luck!!

We'll be 2 tall stallions soon!!

I am also scheduled the 7th and start the liquids on the 24th. So many mixed emotions!

Its going good! I'm just now having my first protein shake-slept in late and going to my pre op appt tomorrow early. I have to fast until around 11-that may be rough. Ur chicken plan sounds good! Something I would do too! We are sooo ready for this and we are going to make ourselves so proud!

Its going good! I'm just now having my first protein shake-slept in late and going to my pre op appt tomorrow early. I have to fast until around 11-that may be rough. Ur chicken plan sounds good! Something I would do too! We are sooo ready for this and we are going to make ourselves so proud!

I just got my date today....February 10th so I am right there with you. I start my liquid pre op a week from today but I'm more nervous about surgery. I'm sure we will all do great! Just follow the doctors orders and we will be dropping the pounds!!

Wow talking to you guys has me even more excited!!! I've been browsing the site since November and vie been waiting for my month to come up! We need to make sure we stay in touch no matter successes or failures. I have a great support system with friends and family but it's so reassuring to know others going through the exact same thing.

My pre op appointment is Friday & we're expecting snow until early that morning. I really hope it's not cancelled...

I am also scheduled the 7th and start the liquids on the 24th. So many mixed emotions!

Excited, nervous, terrified, & anxious??? Those are all my emotions going on right about now!

I'm excited, anxious, and ready!

I am also scheduled for Feb 1st! Very excited! and anxious- start my clear liquid diet tomorrow!!

I'm on day 11 of my pre op diet and miss food but have lost 10 lbs, so yay for me! Sciatic nerve pain is kicking my ass, but I'm hoping losing weight will solve that issue. I am totally excited for Tuesday to get here! I am ready for the pain, etc! I feel great that I have done this very restricted diet for several days and can make it 14 days. I feel like I'm in control of my hunger before surgery so having a great tool after will make it even better!

I know I can do this! I think the hardest part is going to be the gas pain and then finding my "sweet spot" where I'm not hungry but still able to lose weight.

I hope all of u are excited, am happy I have u to share my feelings with, and can't wait to see ur pics this summer! Just think! We will be losing this spring and I'm planning on having the best summer ever at the pool!!!

You only have to do the liquid diet for two days?

I am also scheduled for Feb 1st! Very excited! and anxious- start my clear liquid diet tomorrow!!