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Down 13 pounds on pre-op! Less than 2 weeks to go!

The Protein Shakes from the doc are pretty good, but a bit on the thick side.

I had to attend a pre-op class yesterday and they talked all about preventing blood clots.

Did anyone else got this? :huh:

Keep moving and you will be ok. Pretty much a precaution and t

Hose that get them,with some exception, haven't moved enough.

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I'm the 11th. Almost there. Nervous but can't wait to put this behind me.

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Bought 3 Protein powders today by syntax, nectar.< /p>

Liked all three. All have 23g of protein.Zero fat,zero sugar, 100cal per scoop.

Roadside Lemonade: 1 scoop powder, 16 oz crystal light

Blend, serve over ice. Refreshing!

Tea with Lemon: 1scoop, 16oz Water, ice! Yum.

color looks more like iced coffee

Chocolste truffle: 1 scoop, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup skim milk

Blend with ice. Not a milkshake, but not bad!

These are just the way I made them, they give suggestions on the container.

$41 each at the Vitamin Shoppe.< /p>

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Bought 3 Protein powders today by syntax' date=' nectar.< p>Liked all three. All have 23g of protein.Zero fat,zero sugar, 100cal per scoop.

Roadside Lemonade: 1 scoop powder, 16 oz crystal light

Blend, serve over ice. Refreshing!

Tea with Lemon: 1scoop, 16oz Water, ice! Yum.

color looks more like iced coffee

Chocolste truffle: 1 scoop, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup skim milk

Blend with ice. Not a milkshake, but not bad!

These are just the way I made them, they give suggestions on the container.

41 each at the Vitamin shoppe.[/quote']

Try Amazon. I bought mine there for around twenty something I think

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Tomorrow is the day!!!! I'm sure I won't sleep a wink! Don't forget a robe, socks and chapstick. I'm also taking a fuzzy throw to put on my legs. Of course, this only applies to those of us that are staying overnight. Oh, and your cellphone charger so you can keep us all updated. Good luck everyone!

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As I sit here reading all of these posts I can't help but feel really excited for all of us!

We're really doing it … it's here … this is OUR month! I don't feel very nervous, but more excited then anything! After surgery I'll be a little nervous while things adjust, but I will stalk this page so I can put my mind at rest with reading all the post-op adventures! B)

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Someone posted about blood clots, my doctor never mentioned anything . Is there something I'm missing?

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Someone posted about blood clots' date=' my doctor never mentioned anything . Is there something I'm missing?[/quote']

My Dr said after surgery for 3mths you need to move during the day to keep from getting blood clots. He said get up every 2 hrs and move. I know there are ppl on here who have had them, maybe they will get on and discuss it.

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Also got a Heparin shot just before surgery to minimize risk.

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Day three of pre op diet and I must say it is getting easier. I notice that I'm eating less at dinner time. I have the Cookies and cream is pure low carb and I mix it with fat free chocolate pudding. It is so delicious. I have to say I notice where my bad habits are. It is when I get home from work I want to snack when I'm cooking dinner. Ugghh

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Gals, don't get too worked up! If you don't get up to walk around often, then you run the danger of developing blood clots! As with any surgery! My rule (since I have had a few surgeries) is to get up once an hour! We will need to do this for gas anyway! I am starting to get anxious! I am on day 6 of 14 clear liquids! Doing good (haven't cheated) I have lost six pounds and the day after tomorrow is my pre-op! The 14th is around the corner!

Merry Christmas December bandsters!

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Bought 3 Protein powders today by syntax, nectar.< /p>

Liked all three. All have 23g of protein.Zero fat,zero sugar, 100cal per scoop.

Roadside Lemonade: 1 scoop powder, 16 oz crystal light

Blend, serve over ice. Refreshing!

Tea with Lemon: 1scoop, 16oz Water, ice! Yum.

color looks more like iced coffee

Chocolste truffle: 1 scoop, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup skim milk

Blend with ice. Not a milkshake, but not bad!

These are just the way I made them, they give suggestions on the container.

$41 each at the Vitamin Shoppe.< /p>

Amazon has them in 2lb tubs for $32. It comes out to about $1/serving. I've used the Fuzzy Navel flavor for the past week.. today was Day 8, I think. My Cappuccino flavor came in this evening. I'm excited to try it in the morning! Thinking I might try it with almond milk (I've never had almond milk, but I bought it for my pre-op and haven't braved it yet, LOL).

Anyway, I really like the Fuzzy Navel!

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As I sit here reading all of these posts I can't help but feel really excited for all of us!

We're really doing it … it's here … this is OUR month! I don't feel very nervous, but more excited then anything! After surgery I'll be a little nervous while things adjust, but I will stalk this page so I can put my mind at rest with reading all the post-op adventures! B)

Leigh, you are SO right! You brought a big smile to my face when I read your post. :) I'm so happy for all of us!

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Day three of pre op diet and I must say it is getting easier. I notice that I'm eating less at dinner time. I have the Cookies and cream is pure low carb and I mix it with fat free chocolate pudding. It is so delicious. I have to say I notice where my bad habits are. It is when I get home from work I want to snack when I'm cooking dinner. Ugghh

I'm glad to hear it's getting easier for you, Nancy! I know that Day 4 was a breeze compared to the first 3 days. I'm on Day 8 now & although I've had some moments where it was difficult, it passes quickly. My bad habit is not going to bed at an acceptable hour. I have 4 kids, a rambunctious husband and a dog... once they all go to bed, I'm just so happy to have the house to myself for the first time all day (we homeschool) I stay up WAY too late. That's a dangerous time for me... that's when I would always eat. I just need to find some other time to enjoy my "me-time" during the day and I need to get myself to bed by 10:30-11:00. I can't keep up with these 2:00am bedtimes and expect to be up and running by 8:00am anymore, lol. Plus, if I go to sleep, I'm not hungry!

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Kick under my covers im so excited monday will be the day i ran to store n got. More of my cake batter omg really good i hadnt ate since noon kind tired n head hurts il make a cup n relax to some netflix n continue to read some more posts

IM MY OWN MOTIVATION

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