I just started my 6 month journey! Yesterday was my first appointment with my dietitian and surgeon, and I'm a little overwhelmed. My surgery is going to be in November, but there isn't a date set in stone yet. What should I expect from here on out? Should I start drinking Protein shakes now? We talked about them but I forgot to ask when I should start them.

I just started my 6 month journey! Yesterday was my first appointment with my dietitian and surgeon, and I'm a little overwhelmed. My surgery is going to be in November, but there isn't a date set in stone yet. What should I expect from here on out? Should I start drinking Protein shakes now? We talked about them but I forgot to ask when I should start them.

Its up to you if you wanted to start this early and try out various protein shakes to see which one you would like. But, often times what you like Pre-Op may not be the case Post-op. Continue with your nutritional appointments and nutritionist will give you a guide on the best protein shakes which offer the most protein. From here on out it depends if your insurance carrier requires for you to lose weight prior to approval. But, if they don't just ensure that you gain no weight during the required 6 month visits. Try to start get moving a little more. Try incorporating the gym more so it's an easier transition after your surgery is completed. Try to eat a little more lean and introduce more veggies to your daily meals if you haven't done so.

Its up to you if you wanted to start this early and try out various protein shakes to see which one you would like. But, often times what you like Pre-Op may not be the case Post-op. Continue with your nutritional appointments and nutritionist will give you a guide on the best protein shakes which offer the most protein. From here on out it depends if your insurance carrier requires for you to lose weight prior to approval. But, if they don't just ensure that you gain no weight during the required 6 month visits. Try to start get moving a little more. Try incorporating the gym more so it's an easier transition after your surgery is completed. Try to eat a little more lean and introduce more veggies to your daily meals if you haven't done so.

Thank you. I'm already eating lean and more fruits and veggies, I'm slowly weaning away from caffeine as well (down to 1 bottle a day). I'm trying to get used to increasing my water intake as well.