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How are you doing on the pre-op liquid diet, acbell288? I get a little hungry, but since the first day (Aug.20), I find the protein carries me. I haven't been ravenously hungry, which is a complete surprise to me since mine is only 600 calories per day.

I'm having the gastric bypass on Sept. 11th. Getting pretty excited, but am a little nervous too. I began this process last November. Doctor told me to lose 50lbs before surgery. I'm down 25, but have been slacking for a couple of weeks. I need to get back on the shakes for 2 meals per day. I'm 52yrs. Old, 6'5" and 360lbs. My goal weight is 225lbs. I've also been riding my bike 3-4 times a week at 6-8 miles each time, and just started yoga (at home) for stretching and flexibility. I'm really hoping by becoming more active now, it will make it easier after surgery. I read a quote: "do what you can, when you can, with whatever you can."

Getting closer everyday! Last full meal last night, liquid diet begins today. Surgery is 3 wks from tomorrow. Attended "teaching" classes yesterday on the surgery and post open diet and care. One more pre-op appointment next week. Still waiting for the insurance approval, but moving ahead as if it will happen. I can't see why it wouldn't go through, I've been involved with this process for 9 months and ha e done everything requirement-wise. How are all of your cases progressing as we get closer to September?

Mine is Sept.11. Have pre-op visit in two days. I can't wait! Best of luck to you all!

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Daron, That's a decision you will need to make, and it will be best if you can resolve any guilt before your surgery. A bmi of 41 IS an appropriate candidate for the surgery. That's why anyone over a 35 bmi qualifies. Add your commodities and you are totally in the green zone. Just my opinion, please follow your heart.

Yeah, same here. My doctor will submit my case to the insurance 1 month before. I keep thinking they might come back with something else I must do to get approved, but who knows. Like you, it won't feel real until I'm being wheeled down the hall! Then the journey really will begin! Best of luck to you.