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Anyone else have March 29th surgery date r in Delaware?

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Phillygirl_in_DE    20

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Hey Everyone, I am having Vsg with Dr. Peters at Wilmington Hospital on 3/22 , check in 5:30 am and I am struggling with this liquid diet as I type!!

Hello! Dr. Peters is my surgeon too... Isn't he great?! Very down to earth. You are exactly 1 week ahead of me. Good luck. I surprisingly did drop 3.5 #.. Thank God!

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Phillygirl_in_DE    20

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Does everyone that use Chrias have to do Optifast ?

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I believe so. It is part of their program. And they sell it. They do ask if you have diabetes or soy allergy, so maybe you would do something different if you had those issues. Not really sure. Good luck!

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thundermama    28

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@@Phillygirl_in_DE, how are you doing today? Day 4 of Optifast for me. I'm hanging in there but have had an annoying headache and empty stomach growl. Lost 6.8lbs though so I am happy about that. Just really tired a lot.

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Phillygirl_in_DE    20

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@@Phillygirl_in_DE, how are you doing today? Day 4 of Optifast for me. I'm hanging in there but have had an annoying headache and empty stomach growl. Lost 6.8lbs though so I am happy about that. Just really tired a lot.

@@thundermama , woo hoo! 6.8 is awesome!! I feel good today. I had a very good day yesterday, being out really helped! I'm stuck inside today (day 4) doing homework and laundry (ugh!) and am just trying to stay focused. I'm down 4.5, and I will take it...considering I screwed up on day 2.

Hope you feel better! Hang in there! Is tylonal helping? I started drinking hot chicken broth from my coffee mug... Love the feeling of a warm belly again!

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rachelalvogel    4

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I'm having surgery the 29th with Dr. Wynn

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rachelalvogel    4

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I wish someone would have told me how I would feel on the Optifast. I loaded up on SF Jello and popsicles. That has definitely helped. The popsicles are great to chew on- I am shocked by how I already miss that.

I am exhausted, feel fuzzy headed, and don't want to do anything. I am hoping it gets better though. I am mourning my Starbucks!!!! LOL

I am adding ice to the shakes and that helps tremendously, and I am drinking tons of Water. I've told my husband and son that they are on their own for dinner. I'm really trying not to tempt myself. I think I can see how addicted to food I am. I feel like a security blanket is already gone. But, I wanted to do this, so this is the temporary reality. :wacko:

I say let's support each other through this!

Day 3 on Optifast, and I'm so glad you are also experiencing this. I've felt like such a space cadet the past few days and I was getting concerned.

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Phillygirl_in_DE    20

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Hello there,

I am scheduled for March 29th but sorry not from Delaware. I wanted to ask are already on your pre op diet or do you start on the 22nd also what Protein shakes do you use?

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We are using Optifast because that is what's required by our surgeons. If you can choose your own Protein Shakes I suggest Premier Protein. I like all flavors, choc, vanilla and strawberry. You can get them at Sams club, costco and I think walgreens or cvs. These are the shakes I will use post-op. Good luck to you.

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shellyd67    198

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I had surgery on 8/17 by Dr. Peters. Ask away if you have any questions. Shelly

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thundermama    28

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@@Phillygirl_in_DE, how are you doing??? Trying to be a good surgery buddy here.

Today has been a struggle. I just wanted to snack and feel hungry. I can't believe I was able to resist Chinese take-out!

I'm getting nervous as surgery date gets near. I hope you and the rest of our thread (@@rachelalvogel and @sleever314) are doing well. I'm trying not to freak! LOL

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rachelalvogel    4

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My husband made corned beef and cabbage with colcannon tonight. This Irish girl seriously had her willpower tested!

I've had a super ugly sinus infection, so mostly I've been worrying about getting well enough for surgery rather than thinking about surgery itself. The closer it gets, the less time you'll have to stress and before you know it, we'll all be on team rapid weight loss!

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