So i had my final doctors appointment today. After the appointment I met with the scheduler to schedule my surgery and got the most unexpected news. She said that my surgery would be on November 26th. I said "WHAT?!?? THATS IN 12 DAYS! Her response was "We'll your diet starts right now" I'm happy and unprepared at the same time. I was supposed to have a blind date tonight but that's definitely cancelled, which I'm secretly happy about. The one thing that is making me uneasy is the fact that the diet is suppose to be 2 weeks. The scheduler told me that missing 2 days wouldn't hurt. I hope not....

Edited November 15, 201312 yr by B.J.

Congrats

Thats awesome news! You will do fine:)

Whoo-hoo! Saving you a place on the bench!

Woot Woot!! That is awesome!! Wishing you much success and lots of pounds lost!

So i had my final doctors appointment today. After the appointment I met with the scheduler to schedule my surgery and got the most unexpected news. She said that my surgery would be on November 26th. I said "WHAT?!?? THATS IN 12 DAYS! Her response was "We'll your diet starts right now" I'm happy and unprepared at the same time. I was supposed to have a blind date tonight but that's definitely cancelled, which I'm secretly happy about. The one thing that is making me uneasy is the fact that the diet is suppose to be 2 weeks. The scheduler told me that missing 2 days wouldn't hurt. I hope not....

Congrats on your surgery date! I just got approved by insurance today and surgery is Dec 11th.

Wow!!! Awesome! Mine happened just as fast & my surgery date is Nov 25th. We're a day apart! I wasn't directed to start a pre op diet yet...

That's so awesome that yours was quick. That's what happened with me too! I thought I'd be waiting awhile because of the holidays but there was a cancellation and the day for the surgery happened to be my 30th birthday so I figured I'd snatch it up! It was meant to be. So glad we are all only a few days apart and are going through this together! I'm 5 days from finishing my pre-op diet. WHEW!!!!

BJ: How are you doing so far on your pre-op diet??

That's so awesome that yours was quick. That's what happened with me too! I thought I'd be waiting awhile because of the holidays but there was a cancellation and the day for the surgery happened to be my 30th birthday so I figured I'd ****** it up! It was meant to be. So glad we are all only a few days apart and are going through this together! I'm 5 days from finishing my pre-op diet. WHEW!!!! BJ: How are you doing so far on your pre-op diet??

. This diet is kicking my ass. Sorry about the profane language but it's no easy way to put it. Lol. I've been so moody but I think it's my body detoxing off of the sugar and caffeine. I've lost my taste for the protein shakes that I'm drinking too. What are some things you are eating(well...drinking) for your liquid diet?

Edited November 17, 201312 yr by B.J.

I COMPLETELY get it!! I quit caffeine and soda a little more than 2 months ago for 2 reasons. First, I knew I would eventually have to and second, because I knew that plus 2 week pre-op diet would be effing brutal!! I'm telling you - the first 2 weeks solid was so horrible because I was exhausted all the time. Then, something just kinda flipped its switch and I was fine! I'm not doing a liquid diet, I'm doing a low cal low carb high Protein diet. When I started, I almost wished I was doing the liquid. I was so hungry the first 3 days. Now that I'm going on day 11 tomorrow I really can say - it's not THAT bad...I'm averaging anywhere between 900-1200 calories.

As for your liquid diet though, what Protein powder are you using? I can recommend a few that are pretty great. I've always loved Designer whey. The chocolate is SO good! It's lactose free so it's a bonus for after your surg. You won't have to worry about that sensitivity. Isopure I have not tried yet however, I heard that it tastes like Gatorade. Some people can have yogurt on their pre-op diet. If you can, try mixing in powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury powder. Anything that packs a protein punch will help with hunger. I posted about it a few pages ago but my saving grace has been Twinings Purely Peppermint Naturally Decaf hot tea. I drink it almost every afternoon and evening. It helps with the hunger. Peppermint is supposed to be a natural appetite suppressant. And if all else fails just keep reminding yourself that you're doing this for a reason. I always tell myself "Okay, you will never be such and such weight again!!" Hang in there. It does get better!!

Okay! Thank you so much! A lot of that stuff i never heard of so its good to have a few more options. But I'm using a GNC protien powder called Amplified Wheybolic Extreme 60 in Vanilla. I mix it with skim milk but I gag when I drink it now. Before I came to work tonight I bought Naked Protien Juice and Premeir Protien shakes in Vanilla. I heard those were good too.

But you only have 3 days left right? Are you nervous?

I've got 5 days until surgery and 3 until I meet with my dr. I'm starting to get a little nervous, more so apprehensive I think. It will only be my second time under anesthesia. My first was for my endoscopy and I barely remember anything! I'm hoping to have a repeat. I'm a little anxious about the pain afterwards and I'm going to start reading over all the literature about food again. It is a LOT to read and understand.

I've heard that the Premier Protein shakes are good. I haven't heard of the other one that you mentioned. I forgot to add last night that another really great one is Lean Protein. GNC has them, too. I like them because they come in single packets so I'm able to try different ones before I buy the huge container! I think it may have lactose in it. I've tried the Lean Protein with milk and with Water. Personally, I like them with water a little bit more! Give that a try and let me know how it works out for you.

And ba ba da!!! You're one day closer to surgery dude!!!

Just remember you need your protein to 100% Whey or Whey Isolate if you are lactose intolerant. It's the only kind we absorbed properly. Also make sure you are not getting protein intended for body builders. The best protein powders are the ones specific to bariatric patients. Unjury, Nectar, Isopure, Bariatric Advantage are the best. Pure Protein brand is also good.

Yes! Pear is right. Definitely don't get the protein made for body builders! I've been told to stick with ones that are specifically for bariatric patients. Also on the list were Syntrax and Designer Whey.

I am not sure if you are still looking for good protein powders to mix but Body Fortress Strawberry is GREAT. Mix it with some low fat or fat free milk and it taste just like Nesquix Strawberry Milk.

I am not sure if you are still looking for good protein powders to mix but Body Fortress Strawberry is GREAT. Mix it with some low fat or fat free milk and it taste just like Nesquix Strawberry Milk.

Cool. Where'd u buy it?