My surgeon said that I had to lose 14-20lbs before surgery.... It's such a bummer because it's HARD! I have to lose this weight before December!! Any diet suggestions on what to do daily to get there! I'm stressing because I feel like I have no control I don't wanna live like this I'm only 5'1 279lbs. I work at chic fil a and I've been staying away from that stuff but I'm sooooo tired when I get off like I literally feel this weight on me and I've never felt this way

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I started my diet plan after my construction on 3/7/18
I have lost 50lbs and exercise by swimming laps 2 hours a day 5 - 6 days a week. I don’t miss much of it, at times I crave carbs but I have lean healthy protein in its place.
1200 calories a day =
6. 200 calorie meals a day.
Lean protein then veggies and fruit 1 time a day if I want it.
I am glad I have changed 7 months early so my transition will hopefully be easier than some that wait until just before surgery.

My doctor expects me to lose 30 pounds in 3 months. I'm 5'2 and was 331 pounds. They have us work with dieticians who set up food plans. So I have a goal of 1500 calories a day, high-protein, veggies and some fruit. They okay a few carbs, but I have really cut those out since those are a big no-no anyway.

Just went in for my one month dietician check-in and had lost 20 pounds! So it can be done. I just keep reminding myself that we will have to eat better after surgery, so what is the point in fussing now?

Hi! I am the same weight as you except I am 5'3"! I am also getting surgery in December. My doctor just told me I should be losing 15-20 pounds before we meet again in October [emoji20] So I have been in the same boat as you. I am going to download Myfitnesspal and use it- some tricks I have been doing is eating Protein first, so I start filling up on that, drinking a lot of Water, having fruits and yogurt nearby for a snack, and just being conscious of how often/the portion that I eat. Lots of luck to you! I am here if you want to chat!
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So what kind of yogurt is good to have I like cannon yogurt fruit on bottom

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I was not told i had to loose any weight but i have tried my best too. The insurance company is satisfied that i did i am 40 pounds down it is hard i wont even lie.

Great Lizaboo that you lost that weight, 20 pounds is nothing to sneeze at, I am proud of you for that.?

And also for you Coco82.I've been trying myself but my flesh doesn't melt off easily.?