Scheduled for surgery on the 19th of this month. 7 days to go and I am really excited. When I started this process in July I was 280. Dr. Takahashi said that I had to lose 20 lbs before my surgery and as of yesterday I'm down 34lbs (246) So I am well on my way and very excited.

Great job with you weight lose so far. You are more than on your way. I am getting surgery 18th. Good luck with your surgery and your weight lose!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the reply...we have back to back dates, exciting! Have you already pre planned your diet immediate following the surgery? I'm stocked and ready to go. GOODLUCK!!!:thumbup:

Yeah, I went to the store yesterday, For all the different liq and soups. Only a few more days to go.

Good Luck, to you. Dr. Takahashi did my surgery 9/07. She is an excellent surgeon, with a good reputation. So you are in good hands. I assume you're having it done at Torrance Memorial. I work there and it's a nice hospital. Let me know if I can help you.

cheryl

Edited November 16, 200817 yr by cheryl f.
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Thanks for the reply...we have back to back dates, exciting! Have you already pre planned your diet immediate following the surgery? I'm stocked and ready to go. GOODLUCK!!!:thumbup:

What are you stocked with? What are you eating now and what will you eat post op for the first month or so??

Right now I am on a regualr diet. Umnlike alot of post,My doctor did not put me on aliquid diet 2 prior to surgery. So I am eating regular foods, but staying clear of carbs as much as possible, low fat. You know better food choices. Losts of fruit and veggies and tons of water. As far as my stock for the 1st 2 weeks its obviously liquids broths, soups, sugar free jello, protein shakes, skim milk, egg beaters and protein powder for added protein,, fruit juices, fat free yogurt smooties. I hit up Trader Joes, Whole Foods, and Lindberg nutrition and Ithink I'm pretty ready!