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Chubbola, I am an ex-diet coke addict. I was banded on March 14. I drank my last diet coke the day before surgery and haven't had any since. It was a good way to give it up because with all the pain meds after surgery, you don't feel the headaches you usually get when you try to get off the stuff! I'm not going to lie, I've probably had 3 times in the last month where I would have killed for one, but I just tell myself I don't have a choice and get a Propel, Crystal light, Gatorade or Water. The craving goes away! Good luck with your surgery! Julie

Hi Everyone, Sandy from Anaheim Hills told me about this thread. I love this website, it has been a huge help to me. I live in Yorba Linda and was banded on Mar.14 at UCI. I am feeling better everyday and I'm so glad I could have it done! Julie

Tonight was my last solids!!! We went out to ClaimJumper! I can't believe how good that meal was! Filet Mignon......and even half a brownie for dessert! It was a nice dinner out, but I am ready for my new life to start! I have a positive attitude. Tomorrow I start liquids! Wish me luck!

Hi Sandy, Finally someone else from UCI, you're the first one I've seen. Mabye we can meet up at a seminar, I'm planning on going to the one in April. Dr. Naim did my surgery, but I have met Dr. Nguyen. I love the Dr.'s, but the hospital experience wasn't that great. I did meet someone else from Anaheim Hills(she was my roommate!) in the hospital. She was banded by Dr. Nguyen 3 years ago and lost 130 lbs.! Her band slipped, so she had to have it fixed. Small world, since I live in Yorba Linda. Are you sick of the diet? I'm getting tired of it and still have 12 days to go! Keep in touch! Julie

Hi Everyone, I had my surgery on 3/14 at UCI Medical Center in Orange, CA. I have lost 20 lbs. and feel almost back to normal. Energy level is still low. Happy to have the surgery over and a new beginning! Good Luck! Julie

I am a Diet Coke addict, I know I will be healthier without it, but how hard is that habit going to be to break? Anyone with any insights......... I'm on liquids for 3 days before the surgery, does that mean I should have my last one the night before or should I start a few days before and deal with the caffeine headache? 6 days to go! Julie:) :nervous

I am now 8 days Post-op and 8 days no diet coke!!! I've had 2 or 3 Strong cravings. At least I missed out on the caffeine headaches since the first few days after surgery I was drugged up! My brother had gastric a few years ago and he was a diet coker, he said that he took a sip a few months after surgery and it tasted terrible! I just have to accept that my diet coke days are over along with obesity and my bones and teeth will thank me, too!

Hi, I was also banded on 3/14. I feel the same way. It is a tramatic experience and now there are lots of changes to get used to. I haven't been too hungry because of pain and nausea. I'm sure it will get worse. We just need to lean on as much support as we can get.........from this board, your Dr.'s support group and family and friends. I got lucky, the girl in the same room as me in the hospital was banded 4 years ago, lost 130 lbs. and was in because her band slipped. At first I couldn't believe I was in with someone that had complications! But it turned out to be the best thing ever, we talked all day about her experiences. She gave me so much good advice. The best being, "no matter what I have been through, it was the best thing I've ever done and would do it over again tomorrow!" Stay Positive!

It's finally here! Hello all the March Bandsters! I am killing some time because my surgery was supposed to be at 12:00, but it got bumped back to 2:45 because of "traumas". I understand, but I am anxious to get it over with. This no water on the day of surgery is killing me. I'm so glad this day is here! I hope everyone has a great few days, I'll ck in on the other side!!!

It's finally here! After waiting 3 months I can't believe it is the big day! I'm excited and anxious to get it over with. I was supposed to have it at 12:00, but I got a call that it is pushed back to 2:45......geez, more time with no food or water.........and nerves going on. Oh well...I just wanted to record how I feel on this day.........hopefully a new beginning. I hope this is the answer to many years of despair and embarrassment over how I look. Wish me luck!!!!

It's finally here! After waiting 3 months I can't believe it is the big day! I'm excited and anxious to get it over with. I was supposed to have it at 12:00, but I got a call that it is pushed back to 2:45......geez, more time with no food or water.........and nerves going on. Oh well...I just wanted to record how I feel on this day.........hopefully a new beginning. I hope this is the answer to many years of despair and embarrassment over how I look. Wish me luck!!!!

Desiree......Good Luck tomorrow, let us know how it goes! :nervous

Tonight was my last solids!!! We went out to ClaimJumper! I can't believe how good that meal was! Filet Mignon......and even half a brownie for dessert! It was a nice dinner out, but I am ready for my new life to start! I have a positive attitude. Tomorrow I start liquids! Wish me luck!

Socalgirl3, How are you doing since your last surgery? Did you have symptoms when your band slipped?

I'm going in on the 14th, so we can all pray for each other and ck in to see how everyone is doing!

One week until band day! 3/4/07! Well, this is my first journal entry. I have a week to go, I've had my pre-op and I start my liquid diet on Sunday. It is a weird time because all I think about is the surgery and what it will be like afterwards. I'm also obsessed with food, buying the post-op stuff and eating stuff I "might never eat again" I hope I can conquer the emotional eating part with the help of the band. I love reading the postings on this board and looking at the pics. Talk about inspiration!

One week until band day! 3/4/07! Well, this is my first journal entry. I have a week to go, I've had my pre-op and I start my liquid diet on Sunday. It is a weird time because all I think about is the surgery and what it will be like afterwards. I'm also obsessed with food, buying the post-op stuff and eating stuff I "might never eat again" I hope I can conquer the emotional eating part with the help of the band. I love reading the postings on this board and looking at the pics. Talk about inspiration!

I'm confused, my surgery is 3/14 and my Dr. wants me to start the liquids 4 days before surgery. Why do you have to start so early?

Hi Jill, I'm getting ready to get banded on 3/14, do you have any advice? My goal is 100 lbs.! Julie

Hi, I am new! I am getting banded on 3/14/07 at UCI with Dr. Naim. Anyone out there with any advice or experience? I'm nervous, but exited! Julie