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smartj84    27

smartj84
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So I am on day 2 of my liquid diet and yes I'm barreling through. Yes I had a string cheese stick and tiny orange my first day. Second day is easier than my first but the restriction of food is triggering the binge eating desire. I am fully aware I can't now and can't after surgery which is the main reason i haven't given in.

My question is are there any others with BED with any suggestions. I also know this isn't easy I'm not looking for it to be just tips for the trigger.

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Inner Surfer Girl    12,015

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I haven't been diagnosed with BED but I have some suggestions.

Focus on what you CAN have instead of what you can't.

I don't know what your program entails but your surgeon or NUT should have given you some pretty explicit instructions.

Drink all of the recommended Protein shakes if that is what is on your program.

Stock up on sugar-free Popsicles, crystal light, Decaf tea, broth, or whatever you are allowed and use them.

If you are allowed non-starchy vegetables, then eat them.

Stay hydrated.

Take a walk, do something with your hands (knit, clean the toilet, take a shower, write in a journal, talk to a friend, ... whatever will keep you from reaching for extra food).

Remind yourself that this is only for a short time and it is for your benefit. It is so you can have the safest surgery possible.

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her1981    448

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Ditto @@Inner Surfer Girl . The broth saved me because I just wanted flavor. Maybe ask your nutritionist for a pre-op diet you can actually eat on. It's not much food, but it's enough to keep you sane. I used it because I found myself struggling on liquid only.

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smartj84    27

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@@smartj84 Are you in therapy to deal with your eating disorder? I think that would be helpful pre-surgery.

Yes I have been in therapy but haven't needed to see her on a regular basis for quite a while now.

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KristenLe    5,980

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@@smartj84 Are you in therapy to deal with your eating disorder? I think that would be helpful pre-surgery.

Yes I have been in therapy but haven't needed to see her on a regular basis for quite a while now.
I would consider scheduling an appointment. With all of the hormonal changes after WLS - it's good to have support.

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smartj84    27

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@@smartj84 Are you in therapy to deal with your eating disorder? I think that would be helpful pre-surgery.

Yes I have been in therapy but haven't needed to see her on a regular basis for quite a while now.
I would consider scheduling an appointment. With all of the hormonal changes after WLS - it's good to have support.
I have a couple scheduled for follow up. Trying to be prepared as much as I can.

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      On day 4 of the 2 week liquid pre-op diet. Surgery scheduled for June 11th.
      Soooo I am coming to a realization
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        Life as a big person had limited my life to what I knew I could manage to do each day. That was eat. I hadn't anything else to look forward to. So my eating choices were the best I could dream up. I planned the cooking in managable lots in my head and filled my day with and around it.

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