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August 3rd for me. I'm 5 days into my 2 week pre-op diet and have dropped 5 pounds already!

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I just got prelim approval for Aug 24th. I'm nervous but excited and would really enjoy the support.

I had a lap band removed and am ready for the next phase. Right now, I'm researching Vitamins and minerals in liquid form. I have heard some insurances might cover vitamins?

Good luck to us!

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So I start my two week pre-op diet on Wednesday. My pre-op the first week is one Protein Shake and two "clean" meals (3-4 oz Protein (chicken, or fish + a serving of vegetables). Second week 3 Protein Drink Meal Replacements + Clear Liquids AND the day before surgery no shakes, only clear liquids. I will be flying home the evening of my second day of the second week on all liquids

So I've been on a work trip in a hotel for over a week with a somewhat kitchen. Overall the past month I was trying to keep the quantity of my food down, no carbs and gave up caffeine, but still eating some sweets. I thought I'd be better on this trip this first week, but have had probably more bread than ever (not sure why), well the hotel does give us Breakfast and its a carb fest. If we eat out for lunch, I try and order somewhat healthy and box half of that for my dinner or snack. I did order a margarita yesterday and I was eating alone. Its one of the things I will miss, so I know I won't cheat come Wednesday. I think I'll miss York patty too. If I see one tomorrow or Tuesday, I guess I will indulge.

I've prepared my hotel refrigerator for my pre-op; lots of protein ready to drink shakes (mostly chocolate) a couple of frozen Atkins dinners. Some sliced turkey.

I'm sitting here now, drinking a crystal light rather than go downstairs and buy ice cream. I bet if I put a lime in my crystal light, I can imagine its a margarita. :)

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I've never heard of vitamin patches. But I'd sure be willing to give them a try!

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I am having surgery on August 1 also my doctor. Requires 10 day liquid diet, I am at the end of day 3. Not as hard as I thought, hope it stays that way!

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August 5th in Mexico :-)

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I'm scheduled for August 5th in Mexico.

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I'm August 5th, Mexico as well. :)

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Where is Mexico? I'm having it that same day with Dr. Illan.

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I am having surgery on August 1 also my doctor. Requires 10 day liquid diet, I am at the end of day 3. Not as hard as I thought, hope it stays that way!

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Mine got hard this weekend. When I was working all week it was totally doable but being home all weekend was roooouuuuuggghhhh!

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I am scheduled for August 1st. It is getting close and nerves are kicking in. Currently on the VLCD (Very Low Calorie Diet) and I am doing well.

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