Hi everyone! I just found this app and I'm so thankful! I have been approved for the sleeve, and surgery is scheduled for September 19. I had to go through the 6-month physician supervised weight loss before my insurance would approve me. I lost a little, but since I am hovering at a 40 BMI it was a little like playing Russian roulette with the scale. If I dropped below 40 I ran the risk of a denial. I hate those games you have to play!

Now that I'm approved I'm starting my lifestyle change in earnest. Protein focused, carb-light meals, cut out soda, cut down on caffeine. I start my 2 week pre-op diet in 18 days. I'm excited and nervous!

Does anyone have any tips or tricks on how to get through the pre-op fast? I'm so afraid I'll be starving, lol. Also wondering; what are your exercise routines?

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welcome! my surgeon allowed me to eat during my pre-op diet. He put me on a high protein low carb diet. That meant no dairy except eggs and cheese, no veggies unless they were green and leafy. I could have all the protein I desired and my carbs had to be under 20 grams a day. I did it and lost 10 pounds before my surgery. I also had the sleeve and I am so grateful for it. Congrats on getting approved, it gets better from here!