Thanks Susan!!
I did a lot of research, and decided the sleeve was the best for me. I like that it reduces the hunger hormone. I am hungry ALL THE TIME! That's why I fail all diets. I do good for a short while, then I starve and binge. My surgeon thinks it's the best one for me too.
As far as the diet, the dietition told me that it will be clear liquids for a week. Then I get to start adding foods. Day 8 is "egg day" I get to have an egg, but people I've talked to said I won't be able to finish it. I LOVE eggs, so the fact that I won't want to finish it really excites me!!!! Then it's tofu, and other soft foods for awhile. They don't recommend pureeing anything because you basically have to retrain your mouth and stomach. They recommended practicing chewing now, so I chew everything 20-30 times. They also told me baby silverware helps a lot. The opening is only going to be about the size of an M&M, so you have to be really careful.
As far as the liquid diet, you have to get 40-60 grams of protien in a day. I found a nutrition store that let me taste test the Protein drinks, and honestly they aren't that bad. I went with the juice flavored ones. My 9 year old actually likes them too! The protien drinks I've been told are good to continue for several months to make sure you get your protein in. The dietician or dr should give you more information on how long it lasts. From what I understand, you are basically going to start introducing regular foods after the first week. But some foods you won't be able to handle for several months, like raw vegatables, and some meats.
My surgery should be scheduled any day, I'm super excited to start the liqued diet actually! I have to do it for two weeks before the surgery to shrink my liver, and lose some pounds. That will be the hard part. I'm sure I will starve to death!! But the outcome will be so worth it!!!
Amy
