Hi, I live in Massacusetts. I just had my first appointment yesterday. I need to go back in one month and must immediately begin the diet of protein and vegetables. I am suffering. Were others as hungry as I am. I read some people did not lost weight. They told me I must lose 10-12 lbs before they will even schedule me for the surgery. I'm afraid I won't lose the weight. has anyone else had a similar experience? Thanks

I started a high protein/low carb diet last week in preparation for my Feb 7th surgery. I have to stay around 30 carbs a day. Not quite the Atkins Induction phase, but close! The one thing that saves me is that I don't have to count the carbs in green leafy vegetables so I can eat lots of salad (just watch the dressing) and load it up with cheese and ham (look for Cabot Cheddar Cheese 75% and 50% low fat, 75% is better for eating straight, 50% is good for cooking with and it melts!)

In one week I have lost 8 lbs!!!!! If you look hard you can find all sorts of things that are really low in carbs. I had to laugh today when my husband came up to the check out line in the grocery store with a bag of pork rinds! Absolutely no carbs at all.

Atkins Carb Advantage shakes are pretty good as are the EAS ones. Drinking a lot of water will also help to keep you full.

Hope this helps!