Hello Everyone!

I have an initial appointment with the surgical center on Tuesday and have already completed one appointment with a nutritionist and completed my psychological evaluation.

I asked the psychologist for reading material suggestions and she gave me hers. I've ordered the book from Amazon.

I've been focusing on not drinking with lunch and chewing everything to the point of applesauce. I've also purchased some Protein shakes to try for Breakfast as well as a multi-Vitamin.

I've been lurking here for a bit trying to get an idea of what to do with myself for the next six months. I think I would be best served with small changes that accumulate over time v. making all changes right before surgery.

What were some of your baby steps? What resources did you find helpful?

Thanks!

-CG

I love Dr. Weiner's videos on youtube. https://www.youtube.com/user/DrMatthewWeiner. Found lots of good information and some tips. I also ordered his book a pound of cure off amazon

Edited October 21, 20169 yr by Travelher

I did the same thing. Taking that time to prepare yourself. Start your Vitamins and try different Proteins and you'll do great. I haven't had a problem. I'm 3 weeks out and have not wanted any food. That's no cravings or anything.

Good luck to you.

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Hello Everyone!

I have an initial appointment with the surgical center on Tuesday and have already completed one appointment with a nutritionist and completed my psychological evaluation.

I asked the psychologist for reading material suggestions and she gave me hers. I've ordered the book from Amazon.

I've been focusing on not drinking with lunch and chewing everything to the point of applesauce. I've also purchased some Protein shakes to try for breakfast as well as a multi-Vitamin.

I've been lurking here for a bit trying to get an idea of what to do with myself for the next six months. I think I would be best served with small changes that accumulate over time v. making all changes right before surgery.

What were some of your baby steps? What resources did you find helpful?

Thanks!

-CG

I did several things pre-o that helped, including:

Weaning myself off of carbonation.

Weaning myself off of caffeine.

Tracking my food.

Practicing mindful eating.

Reading, a lot.

Participating in BariatricPal.

Choosing one small thing to focus on at a time is a great strategy.