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Lrckey0610    39

Lrckey0610
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March 3rd here, struggling with this pre op diet. I've cheated way too much. Never consumed more than 1,000 calories a day, but afraid that this weakness will cause catastrophe for my mind after surgery. Anyone else?

I'm scheduled for March 3rd too and I feel exactly the same. Even gone as far too think Omg I don't know if I can do this? Which makes me cry because I want it so bad, but I feel like food has control over me :-/

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FortKnox78    109

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I'm March 19th. This will be the 3rd time I've attempted. Nerves and the thought of not eating whatever I want, whenever I want has me freaking the heck out!! food has become my god essentially.

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Spicy06    175

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I know it seems impossible. I am on liquid diet day 4, it is a little rough. You mind tells you that you need to eat. But you need to find a shake you really like, get a ton of Jello, and get some bouillon for you broth. I promise you that it is way worse thinking about it than the actual diet. It will be so worth it in the end!!

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KristyMe    28

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March 3rd here, struggling with this pre op diet. I've cheated way too much. Never consumed more than 1,000 calories a day, but afraid that this weakness will cause catastrophe for my mind after surgery. Anyone else?

I'm there with you on March 3rd. I have cheated a bit here and there nothing major, but the drive to just chew something is overwhelming sometimes. I am scared of the next few weeks, but I am hanging on the fact it's just a few weeks out of my life and then it will be over and I will be able to eat again.

Stay strong! You're so close.

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NewPam2015    5

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Starting my pre-op diet today for a 3/13 surgery! Good luck everyone!

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ccol625    14

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My date is March 31st!!! So excited to start my new life. Anyone else March 31st?

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Omabeth    8

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My date was finalized yesterday ... March 10. Started my pre-diet today so I am on my way. A little apprehensive but excited too! The time will fly by I know. I will have surgery on Tuesday and go home on Friday if goes as Doc expects. She is great. She asked what size was my goal and I told her a 2. ( I am 6 ft) She busted out laughing and asked when was the last time I was size 2 and I told her I think when I was born. That of course is not my goal!! LOL. Can't wait for the post-op.

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Spicy06    175

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I have my preop on Monday! Sounds like they take blood, urine, and talk through the procedure. Anyone know what they are testing for?

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defibvt    348

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They test for cheating on the pre-op diet! LOL

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Paychan    4

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March 9th for me as well! I am on day 6 of my pre-op diet of high protein/low carbs. I drink my Protein Shakes for Breakfast and lunch. I am allowed a small low carb snack in between. I do a piece of string cheese for my first snack and a handful of almonds for my second snack. My dinner is then a few ounces of lean meat and a leafy or low starch veggie. Two days before surgery I will do all liquids. Detoxing from those tasty boxed foods with all those carbs has been tough. Staying under 1,000 calories per day is also challenging, but it's so worth it in the end. Good luck with your surgery!

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MaryC94    62

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I'm so excited. I just called my insurance and they said I have been approved. I can't believe that I finally got my answer. The countdown begins...March 30th

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tlemieux220    138

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Just got my date yesterday super excited. March 17th 12:30pm. I am very nervious but it will be worth it in the end. My family and friends are very supportive. wish everyone well on their journey too.

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danigle    3

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Lap band with plication on March 3, I'm excited and scared. Just trying to get everything prepared.

Yea me, I'm going to focus on doing everything I can to be a success story. I deserve this.

Lap band with plication on March 3, I'm excited and scared. Just trying to get everything prepared.

Yea me, I'm going to focus on doing everything I can to be a success story. I deserve this.

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