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Me too! I was so happy to see this post, so I know it's not just me! I ordered 3 of my regular face creams and each one of them broke me out immediately. My friend who is in the skincare industry said something like my chemistry has changed due to the surgery. So I am in the process of trying to find a new skincare line. In the meantime my friends that were always mad at me when we were young because I never broke out can enjoy my adult onset of acne! lol

My Bypass was on April 6th. Prior to surgery I lost 15lbs on the liquid diet, when I got out of hospital I weighed and, I guess due to Water & swelling, I weight exactly what I did before the liquid diet. Since that day I have lost 30lbs. (this includes the 15 prior to surgery). So, basically, 3 weeks 15lbs... or 30lbs, however you look at it. It doesn't seem like enough! Thoughts?

How long after bypass can you have Protein bars?

It's SO GOOD in Protein shakes! Love it!

I just started this stage too. A little later than most, I guess, because I had a set back and ended up in the ER after puking all day Friday. But, I'm reading the instructions from the doctor and some stuff online, but I just feel like I don't know what I'm doing, I'm feeling hungry already.... Am I eating enough? Today I had (and will have to equal 5 meals): 1. 4oz premade protein shake (zero sugar) 2. 4oz can soup I pureed 3. SF pudding cup 4. 3oz refried Beans with a few sprinkles of melted shredded cheese 5. 4oz premade Protein shake Maybe I'll add a 6th meal? I'm drinking Water and Propel in between meals. Good luck to all!

Thanks midnight_angel. I've had the same feelings of fear today, as the time draws near. But I know I can't back out now. We chose to do this for many reasons and it's going to be life changing. Reading the success stories of post-op people on here is helpful. Good luck to you!!

I'm on 11th day liquid diet now, surgery is on Monday. This has been SO difficult!! And my Dr. doesn't allow broth. Only Optifast, Water, crystal light, decaf herbal tea and SF Jello. That is it! I ended up getting the Numi Savory Teas, and had one of the broccoli cilantro day 2 and 3. After day 4 it was much easier. Day 5 I felt great and had energy... After day 6 I've had a hard time drinking the 5th shake. But, don't get me wrong... during the day I am hungry! But I just keep thinking 'I can do this for one more day', then just one more, etc... One day at a time & Eye on the prize! (and I'm down 15 lbs, so that helps keep me motivated!) Good luck to all! Prayers for Monday are appreciated!

Hi, how many days do you have to do the liquid diet? I just joined this group. Waiting on surgery date now. So anxious!! Good luck!