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4 hours ago, rokse23 said:

@dskg i’m on my 2 week liquid preop diet and it has been challenging. Days 3-4 were my worst days. The Headaches & the exhaustion was immense. But I pushed through. Days 5-present, surprisingly are much better. The Higher energy levels and the mental clarity on how my body will change, for the better, has been my motivation this week.

I am so happy to hear that. I'm on day 7 of the Keto preop diet and although it has gotten easier exhaustion-wise and foggy-wise, the headaches are still not gone. I agree about the higher energy levels though and am also so excited for my body to change. Keep up the good work. Happy to be on this journey together!

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One week left for me. I’ve struggled a little with the pre-op diet the last couple of days, mostly because I can’t stomach (still) Protein Shakes so I’m mostly eating yogurt, one egg and Bone Broth. I did cheat yesterday (I was soooo hungry) and now feel really guilty. Ugh.

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4 hours ago, sanram64 said:

April 20th for me. I’m excited yet a bit nervous. Starting weight was 234 but I lost 14lbs since initially meeting with my surgeon in December. My goal is 135. I’m five foot four.

I’m 4/21 and 5’3!!!! Please post the day after your survey so I can prepare… lol good luck

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Thank you so much. I will definitely update. Praying everything goes well for you. Keep us updated too.

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April 4th for me. I'm so ready to do this. Wishing everyone the best!!!

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April 12 here! So excited and ready to start this journey!

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4 hours ago, Jenjen0118 said:

My Surgery date is April 5! I just through all pre op testing yesterday, everything went well! I am excited and nervous!

We're twinsies! I am getting really excited! And can't wait to end this low carb diet.

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APRIL 5th for me, been on the phase two diet for three weeks and today I just started the day liquids only.

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      1. BabySpoons

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