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I started at 224, had my surgery Nov. 29th and am now down 57lbs. I was discouraged because it felt like my weight was coming off very slow. I just did the best I could and let it go. Now I am finally feeling like a real dent has been made. I am losing maybe 1.5 lbs a week, but it keeps coming off and other than walking I am not exersizing. Hope this helps in some way. I know that I was discouraged too but it keeps coming off slowly.

luvurself, Congratulations on your surgery , mine is the 29th. I agree the pre-op diet is not great, but soon hopefully we wont care. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Love that puppy face!

I would like to know myself, right now I am on my liquid pre-op diet. I am using 100% Designer Whey vanilla protein, it has 18 grams of protein per. serving. I like it because I found a recipe I really like called a cinnamon roll. I add a few shakes of butter buds and cinnamon, 2 splenda packs and a pour of vanilla, I really don't measure. I love it that way but I am sure to tire of it, and want something else. I just ordered some unflavored unjury and some isopure. Also wondering about taste. Thank you mamakate.

Where can I buy Isopure?

Wow, what is easy wrap in front? My surgery is in a week and I've got protein, broths, protein bullets, and sf popsicles. Man looks like I might need to get on the ball

I just started using Biotin maybe 2 weeks ago and I really think I am starting to already notice some changes in my hair and nails. My nails are getting longer and feel harder and my hair seems to be growing. It's kjnda weird or just my imagination.

Amen, to that, never had trouble puttin it on. I am smaller frame and so was my Mom, but she always maintained her perfect weight. After my surgery I anticipate that I will be eating like she did normally. I know that if I have one to many carbs my loss will stop on a dime. As far as concerns go I don't really think this has to be one for us in this category although I am sure there are exceptions to this.

My family has a favorite Pho restaurant that we absolutely love. I started my pre-op yesterday and my friend and I went there because she is addicted to it. I ordered the chicken broth and was also in heaven. So I guess we must have a major Wi-Fi.

Yes, what is 10 more days it will be here before you know it. It is so true that all things happen for a reason. I pray that you have peace with your decision, and that everything works out for the best.

Thank you everyone for your imput, it's nice to know that I am not alone. Today I started my liquid diet gladly, and feel really excited and resolved with my decision. I will not regret not being able to eat like that again. But it was sorta freeing while it lasted.

Start my pre-op tomorrow. How did you do on yours?

I think my liver will be o.k because I am going on liquids for 10 days starting tomorrow.

It will be over before you know it. Congratulations, and good thoughts go with you.

YOU look fabulous, CONGRATULATIONS!!!

I start my pre-op diet tomorrow and I can hardly move I am so stuffed. We had a pre Thanksgiving meal tonight and overall my eating has been terrible these last few weeks. I think for me, anticipation of the surgery and ,"THE DEADLINE" has contributed to this feeling that I am eating my very last meal. It's terrible, I feel horrible. It will take a few days for my stomach to shrink. Other things have contributed to my eating frenzy as well. I am sure I will suffer because of it the next couple of days. I sincerely hope that you don't have to do this. I can totally relate and wish you the very best.

Going into this with a true understanding of everyone being different, and not to count on the best scenario is really going to be a benefit to me. I don't know at all what to expect, accept hopefully I will take in less food at a sitting. Other than that ,it's up in the air. It is a blessing to have all these different experiences to gleen from. Thanks

Wow,your ticker is well beyond the halfway mark, what a milestone. Your success gives me hope. Thank you !

Congratulations!!! I can't wait either I get mine the 29th. I'll be praying for you, and thinking of you tomorrow.

Yes, I did hear my Dr. say that after surgery you could feel hungary because of gas of all things. He suggests gas X strips.

I had that same issue and e-mailed the problem. So glad it's being fixed.

Thats great, I bet it gets better every day

I am also a recent participant and I am so thankful and happy to have found this. It is such a blessing to feel a part of a community and not alone in this life changing experience. The encouragement and support is invaluable. I am very excited to be on this journey with you. My surgery is Nov.29th with Dr. Alvarez in Mexico. I am kinda wishing now I had looked into Tijuana. I have only heard good things about surgery there, and it's half the cost. But all is set now, deposit, plane fare ect. At this point all I am is happy

I know that to be successful myself I will need to do something more. Either Overeaters Anonymous, some type of counseling, or support group. This issue with weight I believe, is more than a physical difficulty.

I don't know, I have not had my surgery yet. I think it depends on how far out you are, and of coarse whatever your doctor says. But if it's all you can ingest at least your getting some liquid.

I think that it is so cool to be able to have a forum where you can ask any question, and get thoughtful, and practical responses. I learn so much. Thank you