My iPad keeps double posting. Any way to fix this? I'm so excited I finally got my date!! September 8th 2014 Few questions. I only have a liquid diet for a few days before surgery. (3) what did you guys eat and what was your favorite ? I'm scared I'll fail lol! Thanks guys Added a few pics from before surgery ! I do have Lupus hence the hospital pic lol. That was my biggest weight at 317. I'm now 249

Edited August 11, 201411 yr by Dotti

Congrats on your date! My favorite Protein shakes are from Sytntrax matrix. Tastes vary. Other brands I've seen mentioned that people like are: premiere protein, chike, and powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury. If you only need to do it for three days, maybe just get something that's convenient. I also like the gold standard mix you can get at GNC. Also have used glucerna hunger smart - you can buy those at most drugstores.

Congrats on your date! My favorite protein shakes are from Sytntrax matrix. Tastes vary. Other brands I've seen mentioned that people like are: premiere protein, chike, and unjury. If you only need to do it for three days, maybe just get something that's convenient. I also like the gold standard mix you can get at GNC. Also have used glucerna hunger smart - you can buy those at most drugstores.

thanks! I still haven't found a protein shake that I like. I've been gulping down primer. It's hard tho cause I'm allergic to chocolate and milk

thanks! I still haven't found a Protein shake that I like. I've been gulping down primer. It's hard tho cause I'm allergic to chocolate and milk

I'm not a fan of the premier. It and the Atkins bloated my stomach so bad. It's a little more sugar, but the EAS Soy is pretty good. I brew espresso, add tons of ice and use a scoop of the vanilla one. I really like it. There are a few milk (lactose) free products like: MHR 70+, unjury, Isopure, Syntrax nectar, and SmartForme shakes/drinks. Can't wait to read updates. Surgery is getting close!

Hi Dotti! I would highly recommend starting your liquid diet about a week or so before your surgery (my surgeon required a 2 week liquid pre op diet) eating will become the last thing you worry about after surgery. I lost my entire appetite for about a month after surgery. The hardest part is mentally altering your eating habits. I never really feel hungry even at 8 months out and 162lbs down, but mentally I still feel like I could eat even when I know I shouldn't.

Congratulations on getting your date and your weight loss!

I to am starting out in the 240's and my surgery date is also September 8th

Here's to a quick and easy recovery.