I finally got my Authorization for surgery from my insurance company. I have been eating everything in sight because I feel like I won't be eating it again! I'm a little nervous about the pre op diet. What if I get hungry? Do I just have another Protein shake?

I'm going to call the Doctor's office on Monday, and hopefully schedule the procedure for early February. I'm excited but very nervous! I wan't to be thin!

Any Advice or suggestions to help with the pre op and post op diet?

I just got authorized too, yay for us!!

So, did you get scheduled for your surgery?

I'm not scheduled yet. As soon as my protein powder arrives and I try it out to make sure it doesn't upset my stomach (lactose intolerant & milk allergy) then I can call to schedule surgery. The powder stuff should get here early next week

I finally got my Authorization for surgery from my insurance company. I have been eating everything in sight because I feel like I won't be eating it again! I'm a little nervous about the pre op diet. What if I get hungry? Do I just have another Protein shake?

I'm going to call the Doctor's office on Monday, and hopefully schedule the procedure for early February. I'm excited but very nervous! I wan't to be thin!

Any Advice or suggestions to help with the pre op and post op diet?

Congratulations on your decision. IT is normal to be nervous so I am finding out. I get banded next week and I can't wait. I have become obssesed with LBT and I am here everyday now trying to obsorb as much info as I can. I don't want anything to take me by surprise.

Your pre-op may not be as bad as you think. Imagine it as a starting point for the rest of the new you. Make mind of matter. If you get hungry drink some Water or find something else to occupy your mind.

I look at as when I quit smoking. A craving would last maybe as long as 3 minutes and if I could get thru each 3 minute craving one at a time it was easy. I made it thru each one and it has been 4 years now. If I can do that I can do anything and so can you.

Good Luck

I scheduled my surgery for February 27th.

Thats great. the pre-op is not that bad either.

Rev up your want power and stop eating like you never will again. Most people with bands can eat everything they could before banding just in smaller quantities and slower more deliberate chewing. You will need to follow the orders of your doctor in order to succeed. This is not a diet, it is a lifestyle change. Pick a surgeon that has a strong support staff, NPs, Nutritionists, Pyschologists, and support groups. You will need them all on your journey!