It's so hard but exciting watching all the June people go in and seeing the July bunch start their pre-op diets and get ready for their big day, soooo I thought I would start a August thread for those of us who are gearing up for our turn!!

I have an August 13th date and start my pre-op diet in July 30th and time seems to be dragging by.. I have read all my books combed through this web site and been inspired!!

I have a few worries like my pre-op diet (3 Protein shakes a day and 64 ounces of Clear liquids only) what a bummer I am strangely excited to start that process but know it will be a challenge to be liquid only.. I have heard about the Swanson infused broths and planned to try those but I suppose our area hasn't caught up with the progressive world because our stores don't have them. So hopefully I can order from wal-mart website.. I have not even purchased any protein powders or Vitamins. I sure am excited though. I can't wait to "meet" more August RNYers.

Marie Car

I'm in BC!! How are things going on your end? I've started my oh Fishel three-week preop diet 1200 cal or less high-protein high vegetables low-fat and extremely little carbs, I lost 15 pounds in three weeks by just kind of following it the pre op, getting used to it lol!

I had the scope down my throat two weeks ago and ended up horribly ill for a week after now I'm on pills to help with the severe acid in my stomach but Dr. said surgery was ago I go in for my preop on August 7 and then hopefully I'll get the time to be at the hospital on the 20!!!!!

I'm hopping for the RNY but if for some reason my liver is to big the dr will do the sleeve!! I really want the RNY, but at the end of the day it doesn't matter I just need this to help me that going!

To everyone else out there how are your preop diets going any struggles??

Hey ladies!

I'm wondering who out there has a family to cook for and is doing or is starting a pre op diet? This is going to be hard, I don't know how this is going to work, it's going to be super hard!! My problem is not the food as much as it's the flavor!! I love big bold flavors!!! And it sucks cus I'm not aloud any spices or salt or pepper!! I can have Greek yogurt for breakfast about 1 cup, fat free soup for lunch 1 cup and 3 wasa crackers

And dinner is 3 cup Lettus and 1 cup spinach, cucumber and tomatoes and 4 oz chicken Breast or pork loin and LOTS of water!!! ????

Happy to be joining the group. August 19th. From Pa.

Hey ladies!

I'm wondering who out there has a family to cook for and is doing or is starting a pre op diet? This is going to be hard, I don't know how this is going to work, it's going to be super hard!! My problem is not the food as much as it's the flavor!! I love big bold flavors!!! And it sucks cus I'm not aloud any spices or salt or pepper!! I can have Greek yogurt for breakfast about 1 cup, fat free soup for lunch 1 cup and 3 wasa crackers

And dinner is 3 cup Lettus and 1 cup spinach, cucumber and tomatoes and 4 oz chicken Breast or pork loin and LOTS of water!!! ????

I am feeling you lol. I just started my pre-op diet and I cook for a large family of 9. Tomorrow will be my first full day of the pre-op diet and I have surgery in exactly two weeks. I don't know how I am going to make it to be honest but I am determined to do this. My surgeon doesn't allow any solid food. I get 3 protein shakes a day and am allowed 64 ounces of clear fluids which can include sugar free popsicles and sugar free jello and low sodium broth one cup a day. That's it... When is your surgery?

I am on my 11th day of my diet lost 21 pound so far my surgery is August 4th and have been cooking for my husband it is very hard but buck it up and drink a shake while u are cooking to help temptaion.. think of this pre op diet as a test .

If you make it thru this u will make it after surgery and teach your goal weight.

Put a skinny pic of you on the fridge if u have to ...

Also u can write down reasons of doing the surgery ..like I will be beautiful in my new body ...etc and read them 4 times a day and when u want to cheat..

Started pre op diet on Tuesday and have lost 4lbs!! August 12th is my date !! So excited and nervous. Looks like there is a lot of peeps having the surgery the same week!! This is great we can support each other every step of the way !!

I have a family too!! They are eating the same as me... low fat meat and veggies are healthy for the entire family !! Of course if someone else makes dinner, I just chew my food slowly, and remember how bad I want to lose weight, how bad I want to be healthy, and focus on that. It gets me past wanting the CRAP they are eating...

Hey ladies!

I'm wondering who out there has a family to cook for and is doing or is starting a pre op diet? This is going to be hard, I don't know how this is going to work, it's going to be super hard!! My problem is not the food as much as it's the flavor!! I love big bold flavors!!! And it sucks cus I'm not aloud any spices or salt or pepper!! I can have Greek yogurt for breakfast about 1 cup, fat free soup for lunch 1 cup and 3 wasa crackers
And dinner is 3 cup Lettus and 1 cup spinach, cucumber and tomatoes and 4 oz chicken Breast or pork loin and LOTS of water!!!

Congratulations everyone on your upcoming dates.... It's getting real! Mine is in 4 days, yikes!

@@Pinkpeonies1 are you ready for our day???? How much have you lost so far??

@@MrsAce I am having the bypass.

You have to request me as a friend the I can add u

@@Niki15 I guess as ready as I can be. I'm still nervous, still ask myself if I really want to do this.... Yet still think it's my best option. Other days I'm excited and can't wait.

I haven't lost much but then again I've cheated. I'm not pigging out but have been eating normal food just smaller portions. I guess because I wasn't asked to be on a liquid diet, it was more a suggestion from the doc. I did it steady 1 week and only lost 4lbs on 2 protein shakes and 1 lean cuisine meal a day and then I stopped. I will start again today through Sunday and then an all liquid day Monday.

I don't really worry because I did the same thing when I was banded and did great afterwards keeping with health foods.

I am glad you are doing great, keep up the great work. Knowing how much you lost makes me wish I would have stuck by it.

So how are you, are you ready?

Ready as can be. Not looking forward to throwing up or getting something stuck thats my only concern .But I will follow instruction to the tee as I want the best result possible. I will not put my body thru this just to end up fat again .. I will reach my goal and then get my mommy makeover ..I am determined and will stay that way ....

Yeah me too. I lost all my weight with the band and did good 5 yrs until it slipped. I am so afraid of side effects that I know that alone will keep me on check. My only concern is malnutrition when old age. I don't know why I keep thinking when I really old (if I get to that age) will I have the proper nutrition, supplements etc but then I think why am I worrying about that know.... It'll all be fine. Lol