Looking for people who are just starting the bariatric process

[generator77 24]

I just did my first weigh in at the doctor's office for my six month's diet insurance requirement. My PCP was super supportive and helpful. My dr five years ago was really opposed to it and swayed me away from doing it so this is a relief. I'm going to use myfitnesspal to track my food and exercise by walking every day. This is something I know I can be successful at because I've done it before. I do worry about weekly support since I only see my dr monthly but I think I will have a good friend go through my food journals with me every week to keep me on track.

Edited January 14, 2016 by generator77

[shrinkingkimber 200]

Hi. I just got the referral from my PCP. Waiting on the phone call to schedule my consultation with the surgeon.

[~Pam~64~ 15]

Hi. Im going to my information seminar this Saturday. Im so excited but nervous also.

[sallo 56]

Hiya,

I started the 3 week pre op diet today of Optifast VLCD products & salad/veg. My surgery is booked for Feb 5, providing my endoscopy goes well.

The first day has sucked!! I think it's only 800 calories. Everyone says it gets better....I bloody hope so!

[XxStephYxX 46]

Hiya,

I started the 3 week pre op diet today of Optifast VLCD products & salad/veg. My surgery is booked for Feb 5, providing my endoscopy goes well.

The first day has sucked!! I think it's only 800 calories. Everyone says it gets better....I bloody hope so!

good luck hope all goes well

[RNY-Gal 40]

I go to my information session on the 27th. Sucks it's long wait iceberg waiting since December 16 just to go to the information session. I filled out all the paper work for the surgeon hopefully soon after the 27th I can start my 6 month pre-op diet and requirement appts.

Watch a lot of YouTube videos.. That's what I did.

Edited January 16, 2016 by RNY-Gal

[LSherritt 7]

I just had my consult on Friday and am starting the 6 months supervised diet and questioning if I will be able to handle that without a complete breakdown! One week of high Protein low carbs and two weeks of liquid diet for 6 months. It seems nearly unreal to me to expect someone with food issues to do this but i am going to try.

I have never had any type of medical procedure beyond having a baby but at 47 and 5'6" 330 lbs it's time . I have PCOS and type 2 diabetes and I want my life back, but this whole process seems so overwhelming.

[sallo 56]

I just had my consult on Friday and am starting the 6 months supervised diet and questioning if I will be able to handle that without a complete breakdown! One week of high Protein low carbs and two weeks of liquid diet for 6 months. It seems nearly unreal to me to expect someone with food issues to do this but i am going to try.

I have never had any type of medical procedure beyond having a baby but at 47 and 5'6" 330 lbs it's time . I have PCOS and type 2 diabetes and I want my life back, but this whole process seems so overwhelming.

6 months of liquid diet?

[Miranda2.0 23]

I am on month three of my supervised diet plan. I am currently working on getting more exercise in my daily routine. I am struggling with keeping my Water intake up and cutting out soda. Good luck to you as you begin your journey!

[sallo 56]

I am on month three of my supervised diet plan. I am currently working on getting more exercise in my daily routine. I am struggling with keeping my Water intake up and cutting out soda. Good luck to you as you begin your journey!

what does the 3 month plan entail? I had no plan until now....which is green salad/ veg and Protein Shakes. On day 4 now & craving chocolate.< /p>

[generator77 24]

I'm feeling lucky that I just have to follow a low calorie diet with my PCP. It seems ridiculous to expect someone who is struggling with food to be on a liquid diet for that long. I know I can stick with the plan my PCP outlined. It is nothing I haven't been successful at before. I'm just hoping not to do anything dumb. I love sweets and can still eat them and they are a constant temptation but I've been choosing to stay away even though I'm just restricted calories.

Edited January 18, 2016 by generator77

[jj7481 363]

Also, stay positive, proactive, persistent, and patient throughout the process.

This is the key especially the patience part. I'll admit patience was not a virtue bestowed upon me and I'm having to teach myself to slow down on a daily basis.

[jj7481 363]

what does the 3 month plan entail? I had no plan until now....which is green salad/ veg and Protein shakes. On day 4 now & craving chocolate.

Your surgical team including your nutritionist can better explain their specifics as no two centers are exactly alike. My 3 month pre-op process was a 13wk fitness program requiring me to work out at least 30 mins 3x wkly. I also had to meet with my nutritionist 4x over that course. My plan didn't require a specific diet other than to learning to cut out bad carbs and processed sugars. I also wasn't required to lose a specific amount of weight pre-op.

[sallo 56]

what does the 3 month plan entail? I had no plan until now....which is green salad/ veg and Protein shakes. On day 4 now & craving chocolate.

Your surgical team including your nutritionist can better explain their specifics as no two centers are exactly alike. My 3 month pre-op process was a 13wk fitness program requiring me to work out at least 30 mins 3x wkly. I also had to meet with my nutritionist 4x over that course. My plan didn't require a specific diet other than to learning to cut out bad carbs and processed sugars. I also wasn't required to lose a specific amount of weight pre-op.

Wow, it's amazing how the plans differ. I've only seen a Nutritionist once (due another session next week), no exercise programme & just this 3 week pre op diet.

[sallo 56]

I'm feeling lucky that I just have to follow a low calorie diet with my PCP. It seems ridiculous to expect someone who is struggling with food to be on a liquid diet for that long. I know I can stick with the plan my PCP outlined. It is nothing I haven't been successful at before. I'm just hoping not to do anything dumb. I love sweets and can still eat them and they are a constant temptation but I've been choosing to stay away even though I'm just restricted calories.

I agree! Expecting a person who has problems over eating to follow a liquid diet is beyond ridiculous!