OK, so I'm doing this protein-sparing modified fast diet, which is required by my nutritionist prior to surgery. This is not the pre-surgery diet, but a way to prove to them that I can follow a food plan. I am allowed only 9oz of meat daily.

So, I was struggling through it, barely making it. Today, there was a presentation by the CEO of my company held at the local Marriott. I didn't know attendance was mandatory until this morning.

I got there and they were serving a full Breakfast. I was so damned upset, watching 200 people eat while I drank Water. I am starving. Literally, STARVING. I couldn't handle this. Five hours later, I still feel like crying.

This diet has been the most traumatic food-related experience of my life. I am so stressed.

The only positive thing here is that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Today is my last day and I see my nutritionist tomorrow. After that, I will be going out for lunch. I will NEVER EVER do this diet again. I keep thinking Weight Watchers is a much better option.

I just can't wait to get the band. Six weeks after surgery, I think I will be eating real food. I am SO sick of MEAT, for now. I'd give my left arm for a salad or piece of fruit.

-Theresa

Wow travelgirl, even though I'm sure your diabeties is getting under control, aren't you glad you had it diagnosed! That could have been dangerous!

Don't I know it! Actually, my diabetes has been controlled completely with diet, exercise and NO meds, EVER. All thanks to my lap-band! Oh, and high cholesterol and high blood pressure were diagnosed at the same time as my diabetes, and they are under control now as well, also without meds. This is by far the best thing I've ever done for me. :cursing: