I was wondering what people did before surgery in terms of practicing (chewing, not drinking with meals, small portions,etc.) I have been very bad and have not been doing any of the above and will be starting my three week liquid diet on Wednesday the 16th. Am I totally screwed or did anyone do the same and do ok after surgery? Don't get me wrong, I'm do committed to this and I did so good during the three month pre op diet with all these behaviors. I have just been enjoying myself and saying good bye to my old lifestyle because I am determined to do my best with the band.

I was wondering what people did before surgery in terms of practicing (chewing' date=' not drinking with meals, small portions,etc.) I have been very bad and have not been doing any of the above and will be starting my three week liquid diet on Wednesday the 16th. Am I totally screwed or did anyone do the same and do ok after surgery? Don't get me wrong, I'm so committed to this and I did so good during the three month pre op diet with all these behaviors. I have just been enjoying myself and saying good bye to my old lifestyle because I am determined to do my best with the band.[/quote']

I was wondering what people did before surgery in terms of practicing (chewing' date=' not drinking with meals, small portions,etc.) I have been very bad and have not been doing any of the above and will be starting my three week liquid diet on Wednesday the 16th. Am I totally screwed or did anyone do the same and do ok after surgery? Don't get me wrong, I'm so committed to this and I did so good during the three month pre op diet with all these behaviors. I have just been enjoying myself and saying good bye to my old lifestyle because I am determined to do my best with the band.[/quote']

Same post three times?

No, I didn't practice pre-op. It just meant I had to catch on quickly post-op. Have lost 60kg in 13 months so must be possible.

good luck.

I haven't had my surgery yet! May 18. Ive not been practicing but I have tried slowing my eating. After years of working where u get 20-30lunch n have to fit n a walk too u just learn to eat fast. It seems to b helping n I have never drank much liquid when I eat. I usually don't get anything until after, I'm still on my liquid diet so I haven't really had any practicing moments since may 3rd. Good luck n I'm sure u will do fine.

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If I'm being honest, I haven't done a thing (yet). I feel I've been eating like a crazy person lately. But I am determined to get it together and do liquid diet before surgery. I think you'll be ok.

I gave up pop 6 months before surgery, started trying my best to eat 3 meals a day (sounds basic, but i hadn't had breakfast daily since jr high), packing my lunch for work and cooking more. I also began exercising regularly. So nothing too drastic. A few days before my pre op liquid diet started I went crazy on steaks, fast food, pizza, candy etc. I was in panic mode... not the best decision haha. However I never cheated on the liquid diet and am sticking to the rules. I am 6 days post op now and so far so good.

I had almost 8 months between my first consult and surgery. I did not practice chewing but I did significantly change my food habits. Even after restiction the band is 50% mental. For the first six months for me it was more like 80% will power. The band will never stop you from eating junk foods (candy, crackers, ice cream). Anything that liquifies in your mouth will go right through the band.

As to the last supper mentality, stop. What foods do you think you won't eat again? I can eat any food I want; and I am at restriction. The only things I have problem with are cheap doughy white bread and raw carrots. My doctor does'nt want my band so tight I can't eat foods (the exception is you can be tighter in the morning than at night). I choose not to eat french fries/fried food/ice cream. If I'm at a party I can and will eat party food. The key is making it a treat and not a regular activity.

At a recent pre-op meeting. The 80/20 rule was bought up. Eat right and correctly 80% of the time. And leave a 20% margin for era. We are not all perfect. Or we'd all already be healthy and fit. We are human and make mistakes. The band is different for every single person. What works for one may not work for another. It will be a leading expirence as I go. My surg is aug 15. Can't hardly wait. I was told to try a timer set for meals so eat slower and chew. I'm having an issue as well with that. As a hairdresser, I have to eat quick ause I have clients waitin!! But I'm trying to make myself healthy now and taking the time I need. We can only try. Good luck to you!!!

Thank you all for sharing and sorry for the multiple reposts. I feel better now about my current habits and I feel so amped to do this.