So this is my first post! My surgery date for gastric bypass is aug 4 and i am extremely nervous. I have been doing the high protein liquid diet for 5 days and its so hard but gets easier by the day. "Take it a day at a time" like they say, right?! I cheated yesterday, and im not quite sure how bad that is. Should i tell my dr? Any suggestions on how to get through this diet for another 8 days? Im so excited for this life changing experience but im also scared as hell. I just keep thinking of everything that could possibly go wrong will with me and my luck!????

Welcome to the forums. This is a great place to follow. Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! It's common to worry about what can go wrong, and wise to educate yourself about the risks going in. But this close to your date it would be better to concentrate more on what positives can come out of the experience, such as a healthy happier life! Good luck and best wishes!

Thank you. Have you had your surgery already?

I'm having mine on Wednesday. ????

@@newnewme4 we have the same date 5 more days .. what helps me not cheat Is to write down at least 4 reasons why you want the surgery example I will live longer .Or I will look beautiful in new normal size clothes ..post them on the fridge or pantry ... And read them at least 3 or 4 times a day..

@@The Candidate so r u post op now and how are u doing?

Yes in hospital now. Had bypass on 29th. Should go home tomorrow. Yours is coming up right?

Yes on Tuesday ..How are you feeling?

What helped me get through the diet was knowing that it was shrinking my liver so that surgery will be easier. I just kept on picturing myself on the operating table. My doc said he can always tell when he gets inside someone if they followed the diet or not. I hope this helps. I know it sucks...hugs