Re: 10 Days To Go!

[Guest guest]

Audrey, I did not have a diet prior to surgery. I did begin protein

shakes and high protein meals on my own about 2 weeks prior. I lost 13

pounds. I did however eat what I wanted if I was really craving

something during those two weeks, just in moderation.

Good Luck,

[Guest guest]

Hi Audrey,

Sounds like you are doing pretty good! I wasn't required to do any kind of diet

in preparation for my surgery. My surgeon has been doing this WLS for over 10

years and said he used to require one, but found it didn't make much difference.

But, if your surgeon requires it, you should follow to avoid any possible

delays. I wish you continued success!

in Virginia

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Lap RNY: 5/3/06

10 Days To Go!

Well, I'm on my liquid diet now for the 5th day and I must say it's

not going too bad. I did treat myself to popcorn at the movies on

Friday night tho, which I had planned. Other than that, my diet has

consisted of Atkins protein shakes (3 per day), applesauce, cottage

cheese, yogurt, a variety of cream soups, sf pudding, sf jello and

crystal light drinks. Yesterday I wanted a salad so bad. We went

shopping after church and I drank my Atkins shake on the way. I got

so empty and feeling like my sugar dropped, I had to have something,

so I picked up a frostie at 's. My family was with me and my

youngest step-daughter wanted a burger, but her dad told her no

because it wouldn't be fair to mom, so they all had a frostie also. I

am so thankful because my whole family is being so supportive. I have

10 days left on this diet, then my big day!

I am just wondering how many others of you had to do such a stringent

diet prior to your surgery and did any of you sidetrack at all? I

feel that one decent meal couldn't hurt still at this point, but I

also don't want to ruin this mission. I really don't feel hungry, I

am quite satisfied with the selections I have. I also do feel some of

the weight starting to come off and by the scale, I have lost a few

pounds. Sorry for such a long post, just needing some feedback and

encouragement.

Thanks for listening,

Audrey