My band date is set for 04/12 and I have to admit i'm getting a little worried about it.

The surgery itself isn't what's bothering me but the two week full liquid diet following the surgery is what has me scared. To be honest i'm doubting myself I can do a liquid diet for TWO weeks considering how hard it's been just on the pre-op diet itself. :phanvan

I was reading my doc's website and it said blenderized Soups wouldn't be allowed until liquid/mushy stage so I guess that rules out that possibility.

I've read on here from some of you guys that you haven't really wanted to eat to Protein shakes help with the hunger to down right starvation.

Don't get me wrong, I want to do this and i'm commited but at the same time I can't help but worry. Anybody have any words of encouragement or suggestions that might help?

Thanks

What Protein shakes do you use?

Pick a Protein shake with very few carbs/sugar. I don't really think it matters what brand you go with, but you might try out a few (or several) to find out which ones you like and which ones make you want to scrape your tastebuds off BEFORE it's all you can have....

You MUST remember that your surgeon requires a liquid diet after surgery because if you try to eat even full liquids or mushy food too soon, it can dislodge the sutures holding your band in place.

You CAN do it! We believe in you!

It was after everything was healed and you start to feel lots better that the hunger comes back... That is when you will need somebody to lock all the cupboards and tie you to the treadmill.

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LMAO, Rene!!!!!! That's about right!