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Hi. I am 59 years old and was banded on March 16, 2011. Pre-op liquid diet started on February 23, 2011 and I have lost 40 pounds with 70 pounds to go. Age was never a concern for me - my focus was and is on my approach and attitude to making this major change in my life. My energy levels have improved and I firmly believe that I will be successful in losing the weight and keeping it off. Looking forward to my first fill this Thursday. Good luck in your journey. Allan

I started my pre-op liquid diet on Feb.23 for 3 weeks. 5 Glucera shakes and 3 glasses of milk per day. I lost 23.5 pounds and had my surgery on March 16th. I have lost 11.5 pounds post-op ( 1 week). I am still on full liquids for anothe 2 weeks, however, have absolutely no hunger or appitite. At this point I am forcing myself to eat to try and get some Protein in me. What is encouraging is I have already lost 35% of my weight and really haven't started the process as I am still healing. Having said that, I found the 3 week pre-op diet a big challenge - not easy. Good luck as you start your journey.

Greeting I too have a March 16 date for my band. My pre-op diet in 3 weeks in length with 5 Meal Replacement drinks and 3 glasses of milk. This will give me about 80 grams of Protein. I have practiced over the last month with 2 Meal Replacements - Breakfast and lunch - and a small dinner. I am ready for the 3 week pro-op liquid diet. All the best with your Optifast liquid diet.