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I am not liking the opti-fast diet. 3 days in and starving. 3 shakes and 2 cups of veges. Any suggestions?

Hi Rayna I researched and decided to get the sleeve because it was less evasive and not as much malabsorbtion problems with nutrients like the gastric bypass has. I am currently 120kg. I was 130 on my first appt with surgeon, but needed to lose 10kg to be accepted. So I'm needing to lose about 55-60kg to get to the healthy weight range. I should lose some more before surgery as I'm now the opti fast pre op diet. Op day is coming around quickly - 18th April!!

My surgeon is Michael Booth too. I'm nervous about post op. How were things for you directly after surgery?

Hi Rayna I guess its the recovery period that I'm not looking forward to. I met someone who had the sleeve 2 years ago and had problems ever since with constant vomiting and can only eat dry crackers. Very under nourished. I know everyone has different experiences and I don't want to dwell on that. I guess it goes with making the decision to have the surgery, whatever the outcome we have to live with it! I start pre surgery diet tomorrow. What joy - Meal Replacement shakes and steamed veges. Mmmmm can't wait !!!

Hi Rayna, I too am new to this app so trying to find my way around. I'm in N.Z as well. Auckland. I'm about to start my pre-op diet this Thursday. My surgery date is 18th of April. I'm feeling nervous and excited. Not looking forward to post surgery though