susansilver

NO! NO! NO! Mandi - don't apologize. I don't think anyone is thining shut up - we are all so enamoured of your success! This is a support forum for everyone no matter what stage they are at. I for one, want to hear what challenges you and others face during this. Susan

You go Mandi! Okay here it is. Skim or 1% milk 1% or 0% yogurt, can be sweetened but only artificially - Source, Danone has brands that meet the guidelines - most are 40 calories per serving or less. 1% or less cottage cheese - I have also found a "dry" cottage cheese made by Western Dairy that is .5% and has a different texture than the other for variety. SF Jello, Diet Crystal lite, coffee, tea and a minimum of 1.5 L of Water per day Although not on the official diet (you are doing it for a different reason, so go for it) try Simply Egg Whites, to make scambled eggs and something hot to eat! You can eat as much of these things as you need. I will siggest though that you try to follow a Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack regime - expecially since you are going to the gym. Be careful that your calorie count is not too low because your body could go into "starvation mode". (I admit that I have been having less than 400 calories per day and it has not done that yet. Since Monday I have shed almost 12 lbs). Good luck and let us know how it goes! Oh Yeah - breath strips seem essential for me on this diet! Susan

Hi Donna D - I went on April 10th. I wish that I had waited though so that I could have met all you guys!!!

The men on this forum ar hysterical! I love them. Mrs. Yoda and Mrs. CanMacDaddy are two lucky women. I wan't to stop worrying about dying young and leaving my daughter behind. I want to be able to walk in any store and not be asked if I am looking for a gift. I want to wear a pair of killer heels without killing myself. I want other people's jaws to drop when they see me for the first time after a long time. I want to get off all this crappy medication I have to take every day. I want to be able to walk up 2 flights of stairs without needing a hit of oxygen. I want to be on top wihout the fear of crushing my dh. I want to wear sexy lingerie and feel good about it. I want my DH's stocks to do well so he will pay for my tummy tuck and breast lift in about a year!!!!

Hang in there Mandi. I wish I could offer more advice and comfort but I am true newbie and learn way more from you than you could ever hear from me!!

Here I am eating.....cottage cheese! SURPRISE!!! Actually my surprise is finding out that I have to stay overnight at the hospital for my surgery. That sucks. Big time. Except for that piece of news, it was a wonderful experience at my pre-admission at Scarborough Grace. Had my blood work, EKG and chest X Ray done and met with a nurse and anesthesiologist. Everyone was so nice and supportive, wishing me luck and giving me confidence. Wow - less than 2 weeks now!!!!!

Ahhh...I see what you mean. When is your next fill?

You would definitely know better than I....maybe cc&Y would kick start you losing again. but OMG - look at your losses in a year! That is amazing and are you surprised that you have hit a plateau?

I agree with Donna - just looked at your ticker moved again.....woo hoo!

Absolutely! When I was there for when I met him, I arrived an hour earlier because of the time change and a problem with our calendars at work.:eek: It was fortuitious though, because I got to talk to a number of other patients at different stages and it was great. I felt even more confident after that.

Thanks for posting that - who is Chris Henderson?

At TLBC I met hiim the day that I booked my surgery - which was a week after my consult. I really wanted some extra time to think about it and they were fine with that. When I called back that I wanted to book they also made an appointment for me with Dr. Yau at the same time. I really liked him and felt very confident (although he does look 15). Good luck with your decision. Susan

Are you out of your mind??? I honestly don't think I will be able to either of them after my surgery :faint:

Hey Mandi, what about doing just small portions of a balanced diet. I am doing the dreaded cc&y diet now and if I were not going to be banded, I am sure that I would gain it all back in a very short time - and not by overeating. I guess if you want to do a dramtic lose in a few days it would work, but be careful of any bounce back. Susan

Hi Leslielee. How are you doing? I recognize that the last month is probably the toughest because you are so close yet so far! I was very anxious to get started! Less than 2 weeks for me now. Keep smiling LL! Susan

Day 4 begins. Last night was a little rough and I was hungry. I ended up having a yogurt before bed because I felt so empty. Down another 3 lbs this morning. I know that will slow soon, but it's fun while it lasts. Pre-op appointment and tests at the hospital today. 1 1/2 hours to get there by TTC. I know I should not complain given that so many people travel much greater distances to have their procedure. Okay I will shut up and read my book!

That is a great achievement! Congrats.

Hang out with us Mr. Y- we will keep you company. You guys are the most adorable couple.

I haven't been banded yet - but in my case I am not a big soda drinker at all. Hoever, I have been drinking lots of diet soda now before my surgery. I am on a pre op diet and I find it helps to fill me up. (must be the gas)! Suan

Great Idea Andrew - then we can be your testimonials. (for a cut of the gross of course). :heh:

Doddie - have you contacted Kathy Palermo? I emailed her yesterday and received a response within 10 minutes. Susan

Just started Day 3 and tis morning I was done 6.5 lbs.! My pants don't feel as tight as they did last week, so I am happy.

LMAO!! The two of you are the next Laurel & Hardy! Except both of you will be Laurel...or Hardy.... which ever the skiiny guy is!

You too! This morning when I got got on the scale was down 6.8 lbs since Monday! I will only take my true weight next Monday though. I am liking the results! Susan p.s. are you having technical troubles with the changes to the forum?

I am really having some techincal difficulties since you changed... something (?) yesterday. I cannot go to specific forums ie. Canada from my home computer - it says the web page is not available; and at work, each time I post it tells me that I am no longer connected and have to start all over. The post is getting through though. Frustrating!