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Hooray! Today was my first day of clear liquids. Just 6 more to go before my surgery :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: I had my pre-op with Dr. J today. It's the first time I met him. I absolutely love him!!!! He said that I was very healthy and thought the surgery should be easy for me. I also got my pre-op instructions, and was told I would receive a call the night before surgery to go over final instructions. I asked Dr J about my being on synthroid. Since I had my thyroid removed in May of 2005, would that affect my ability to lose weight in a satisfactory time. He said no, as long as I continue my follow ups every 2 months with my endocrinologist, they would make the adjustments to my synthroid as needed. His experience with patients who have thyroid conditions is that their metabolism speeds up after the surgery due to the weight loss and watching what is eaten. So here are my stats: Day 1 of liquids: Beginning weight - 279.8 (my scale - which is in sync with the Doctors) 2 Chai Lattes (non-fat) Sugar Free Jello 1 White Mocha from Starbucks - non-fat (too much fat, won't do that again :embarassed: -- 6g of fat, but 20g of protein) 2 cups fat-free low-sodium chicken broth 2 low carb slim fast (chocolate) total of 40g of protein Isopure Passion Fruit zero-carb drink (40g protein) Flinstone chewable vitamin B12 vitamin - melts under the tongue Water, Water, Water . . . Oh yeah, more water So that puts me at 100g of protein. I will have to watch that tomorrow. So far, so good, not really hungry or craving anything . . . yet! Before bedtime tonight, I'm going to drink some skim milk, so hopefully that will help in case I wake up hungry during the night.

Hooray! Today was my first day of clear liquids. Just 6 more to go before my surgery :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: I had my pre-op with Dr. J today. It's the first time I met him. I absolutely love him!!!! He said that I was very healthy and thought the surgery should be easy for me. I also got my pre-op instructions, and was told I would receive a call the night before surgery to go over final instructions. I asked Dr J about my being on synthroid. Since I had my thyroid removed in May of 2005, would that affect my ability to lose weight in a satisfactory time. He said no, as long as I continue my follow ups every 2 months with my endocrinologist, they would make the adjustments to my synthroid as needed. His experience with patients who have thyroid conditions is that their metabolism speeds up after the surgery due to the weight loss and watching what is eaten. So here are my stats: Day 1 of liquids: Beginning weight - 279.8 (my scale - which is in sync with the Doctors) 2 Chai Lattes (non-fat) Sugar Free Jello 1 White Mocha from Starbucks - non-fat (too much fat, won't do that again :embarassed: -- 6g of fat, but 20g of protein) 2 cups fat-free low-sodium chicken broth 2 low carb slim fast (chocolate) total of 40g of protein Isopure Passion Fruit zero-carb drink (40g protein) Flinstone chewable vitamin B12 vitamin - melts under the tongue Water, Water, Water . . . Oh yeah, more water So that puts me at 100g of protein. I will have to watch that tomorrow. So far, so good, not really hungry or craving anything . . . yet! Before bedtime tonight, I'm going to drink some skim milk, so hopefully that will help in case I wake up hungry during the night.

I am supposed to start a clear liquid diet 7 days prior to my surgery. It's scheduled for 1/10/07. I know the doctor recommends between 30 and 50 grams of protein per day. I bought some IsoPure drinks that have 40 grams of protein. What happens if I consume more than 50 grams of protein? Is that bad? Will I gain weight?

Hey KLo - I was required to have a psych evaluation and also visit with a nutrionist. The reason is, that the psych eval is to make sure that you have a realistic understanding of what's invovled with the band, and to help you deal with any "underlying issues" with food. I enjoyed my evaluation, and learned a thing or two. I mostly enjoyed visiting with the nutrionist. I learned ALOT from her. I am required to go back at 30 days post-op, 3 months and 6 months. I will look forward to that.

Congrat Bullwinkle! I am smoke free for 49 days today. That's 908 cigarettes I haven't smoked! Keep up the good work. I still have a craving hit me out of no where from time to time, but it goes away a lot faster now. Keep up the good work. PS - It's true, you do feel better after while.

I went shopping last night and bought a lot of stuff that I will need for the 7 day pre-op "mostly" clear liquid diet. I bought some slim fast low carb drinks because they have 20 grams of protein each. I can also have slim milk during this phase also (wonder if I can put chocolate syrup in it -- just kidding!). I start all liquids on Wednesday, January 7th, and also have a pre op appt with Dr J at 2pm that day. I'm not sure how I feel right now, I don't seem to feel anything other than normal. I'm not scared, nervouse or anxious yet. I do want to go to Saltgrass and have a steak because I know it will be the last one that I ever eat. They have my favorite, and even though I'm not a big steak lover, I do like one every now and then.

I went shopping last night and bought a lot of stuff that I will need for the 7 day pre-op "mostly" clear liquid diet. I bought some slim fast low carb drinks because they have 20 grams of protein each. I can also have slim milk during this phase also (wonder if I can put chocolate syrup in it -- just kidding!). I start all liquids on Wednesday, January 7th, and also have a pre op appt with Dr J at 2pm that day. I'm not sure how I feel right now, I don't seem to feel anything other than normal. I'm not scared, nervouse or anxious yet. I do want to go to Saltgrass and have a steak because I know it will be the last one that I ever eat. They have my favorite, and even though I'm not a big steak lover, I do like one every now and then.

I went shopping last night to buy all the things I'll need on my preop. Seven days of "mostly" clear liquids. I bought some Slim Fast low carb drinks because they have 20 grams of protein each. I'm allowed two "protein" drinks a day. Also, I can have skim milk. I'm not much of a milk drinker, but I'm hopeful I can handle it since I'll be on liquids for so long. I start the liquid phase of the diet on Jan 3rd, and then surgery on the 10th. I'm excited to be at the starting line of a fantastic new journey. Everyone's posts have been so uplifting and knowing that you are all feeling the same things that I am is encouraging.

As much as I love Christmas, thank goodness it's over. Normally I would be very sad about that, but this year is different. The reason is, I got my surgery scheduled for January 10th at 7:15am -- yep, first one in that day:clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: !!!!! This means that I am that much closer to starting my 7 day clear liquid pre-op diet. Normally, that would make me depressed, and I know it's going to be one of the toughest things I've ever done (probably 2nd on the list -- right below quitting smoking), but that means that I'm just that much closer to my band! We had all the family over for Christmas and it was great. Great food, Great gifts, but most importantly, all the people that I love were all gathered here at the house. My BFF has lost 22lbs since she started her liquid diet, and then had her sugery. In less than 2 weeks, 22lbs. That's a lot of weight, and I am so incredibly proud of, and happy for her. I know that she will be a great role model and success story! It will be great to be on this journey together! Now, the depressing part . . . having to clean up after Christmas and family. I really hate taking out all this trash, and taking down the decorations. It makes me sad :cry . But at the same time, I'm glad to know it's over and that next Christmas I will be healthier and a lot slimmer! Well, I am going to go do 30 minutes on my treadmill. Talk to you later!

My surgery is scheduled for 1/10/07, and my doctor requires a 7 day pre-op clear liquid diet. This is to help shrink the liver, so it won't be so hard for him to put the band in. For Christmas, I ate quite a bit, but nothing really more than usual for a holiday. At the same time, I'm glad it's over. I can't wait to start the liquid diet because that means I'm only 7 days away from surgery. I've been researching WLS for over a year, and have read just about everything I could find, so I feel comfortable in saying that I have a good idea of what is expected. That's not to say that unexpected things won't happen. The odd thing is, I find myself doing this "Farewell to Food Tour", which I didn't really expect to happen. When we ate at my favorite mexican food restaurant, I thought, "Well, this is my last carne asada that I'll be having". It was very strange. As for "going the distance" -- you bet . . I'm ready!

As much as I love Christmas, thank goodness it's over. Normally I would be very sad about that, but this year is different. The reason is, I got my surgery scheduled for January 10th at 7:15am -- yep, first one in that day:clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: :clap2: !!!!! This means that I am that much closer to starting my 7 day clear liquid pre-op diet. Normally, that would make me depressed, and I know it's going to be one of the toughest things I've ever done (probably 2nd on the list -- right below quitting smoking), but that means that I'm just that much closer to my band! We had all the family over for Christmas and it was great. Great food, Great gifts, but most importantly, all the people that I love were all gathered here at the house. My BFF has lost 22lbs since she started her liquid diet, and then had her sugery. In less than 2 weeks, 22lbs. That's a lot of weight, and I am so incredibly proud of, and happy for her. I know that she will be a great role model and success story! It will be great to be on this journey together! Now, the depressing part . . . having to clean up after Christmas and family. I really hate taking out all this trash, and taking down the decorations. It makes me sad :cry . But at the same time, I'm glad to know it's over and that next Christmas I will be healthier and a lot slimmer! Well, I am going to go do 30 minutes on my treadmill. Talk to you later!

I am going to schedule my surgery for January 10th (hooray). I will call Dr. Jay's office tomorrow and set it all up. Tomorrow my BFF is having her surgery, and she's never had surgery before. She's very nervous and scared, but I know once it's over, she'll be so glad and relieved. This is her first step to showing the world who she really is. Hugs and Kisses !!!!:clap2: We've finished our Christmas shopping, so tonight will be nothing but wrapping presents (yuk). I love to buy and give presents, but I really hate wrapping them. I'm still smoke free, and it's mostly easy now. Not to say that there aren't days when the cravings hit especially hard. However, I can honestly say that this is something that I am most proud of.

Okay . . . I have to say something. I know BoSteph personally, and her posting was 95% kidding. She knows that she shouldn't cheat and she came here to post. Mostly what she's looking for is others to day "yes, it's hard, and yes, we had the same thoughts, but you can do it!". Her surgery is tomorrow and she's never had surgery before, so she is very nervous about it. BoSteph is an extremly funny, kind, and thoughtful person, and I am proud to call her my BFF. Just send a prayer upwards please for her tomorrow, as I know she will feel. And I'm proud to say she has done an awesome job on her 7 day clear liquid diet!! She has been an inspiration for me and has set the bar very high. My surgery is January 10th, and I know that she will be just as supportive of my pre-op as I have for her. I love this website and will continue to use it as a resource for knowledge and will gladly share any and all of my experiences during my lapband journey. I will always offer my support to anyone who is in need.

Me me me . . . please add me :biggrin1: . I have my date (finally). It's January 10th. I will see the Dr for my pre-op on Jan 3rd. Then it's 7 days of nothing but clear liquids (:rolleyes ), and then WHAM, I'm banded!!!!!

I am going to schedule my surgery for January 10th (hooray). I will call Dr. Jay's office tomorrow and set it all up. Tomorrow my BFF is having her surgery, and she's never had surgery before. She's very nervous and scared, but I know once it's over, she'll be so glad and relieved. This is her first step to showing the world who she really is. Hugs and Kisses !!!!:clap2: We've finished our Christmas shopping, so tonight will be nothing but wrapping presents (yuk). I love to buy and give presents, but I really hate wrapping them. I'm still smoke free, and it's mostly easy now. Not to say that there aren't days when the cravings hit especially hard. However, I can honestly say that this is something that I am most proud of.

For some reason, I have been starving all day, and can't seem to consume enough food. My BF has completed the 2nd day of her liquid diet, and she is having a tough time. It's hard watching her go through it, because I want to help, but there's nothing I can do except NOT EAT around her. However, when I got home this evening, I ate just about anything I saw, and I don't know if my being so hungry is because she can't eat, so now I'm eathing for two???? Who knows. I go to my family physician tomorrow to have my blood work and EKG done, and then next week I will contact Dr. Jay and schedule my surgery. Still smoke free :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:

For some reason, I have been starving all day, and can't seem to consume enough food. My BF has completed the 2nd day of her liquid diet, and she is having a tough time. It's hard watching her go through it, because I want to help, but there's nothing I can do except NOT EAT around her. However, when I got home this evening, I ate just about anything I saw, and I don't know if my being so hungry is because she can't eat, so now I'm eathing for two???? Who knows. I go to my family physician tomorrow to have my blood work and EKG done, and then next week I will contact Dr. Jay and schedule my surgery. Still smoke free :clap2: :clap2: :clap2:

Congrats on your next step . . and being smoke free! I have now been 31 days smoke free (one slip last week right due to a car accident, but got right back on the wagon)!

I have BCBS of Minnesota, and they called me yesterday and approved my surgery. I will schedule mine for Janaury as well. With Christmas, family coming in from out of state, I just don't want to be trying to prep for the surgery. The Holiday's are stressful enough. Besides, everyone's eating at my house, so it would be nearly impossible for me to focus on pre-op diets. I haven't picked the date yet, but I'm hoping for sometime in the last two weeks of January.

Good luck with your surgery. I don't know if this will help or not, but a suggestion for your pre-op diet . . . my Dr has his own website with the 7 day pre-op liquid diet, and you might want to review it and see if it's something your're interested in. His website is www.texaslapbandcenter.com

Take several deep breaths! You'll be fine, I promise. I am very excited for you, and hope to join you in "band land" in Janaury!

Now that my insurance has approved the lapband for me, I have to decide which surgery center to have it at, and when. As much as I would like to have this done with by December 31st and start 2007 banded, I don't have any paid time off, and it's Christmas time . . . enough stress without trying to do liquids for 7 days pre-op, and then liquids 14 days post op. My Mom, Dad, and Aunt are coming in for Christmas (which is great), but I don't want to have to focus on prepping for the surgery while they are here. I guess I'll just enjoy the holidays unbanded. However, January is really financially tight as well. DH is having lasik surgery on Jan 5th, and taxes on the house are due by January 31st. I know my out-of-pocket will be around $800-$1000. So I guess I'll have to wait and see if I can afford it in January or February. I am going on Friday to get my blood work and EKG done, so that will be one more thing on the list done. The other things still left to do are 1) pre-op visit with doctor, 2)pick surgery center, 3) schedule surgery. However, once the surgery is done . . . LOOK OUT WORLD!!!! A slimmer, trimmer, healthier Cha-Cha will be out there, and there'll be no stopping her!:clap2:

Now that my insurance has approved the lapband for me, I have to decide which surgery center to have it at, and when. As much as I would like to have this done with by December 31st and start 2007 banded, I don't have any paid time off, and it's Christmas time . . . enough stress without trying to do liquids for 7 days pre-op, and then liquids 14 days post op. My Mom, Dad, and Aunt are coming in for Christmas (which is great), but I don't want to have to focus on prepping for the surgery while they are here. I guess I'll just enjoy the holidays unbanded. However, January is really financially tight as well. DH is having lasik surgery on Jan 5th, and taxes on the house are due by January 31st. I know my out-of-pocket will be around $800-$1000. So I guess I'll have to wait and see if I can afford it in January or February. I am going on Friday to get my blood work and EKG done, so that will be one more thing on the list done. The other things still left to do are 1) pre-op visit with doctor, 2)pick surgery center, 3) schedule surgery. However, once the surgery is done . . . LOOK OUT WORLD!!!! A slimmer, trimmer, healthier Cha-Cha will be out there, and there'll be no stopping her!:clap2:

I'm approved !:clap2: BCBS of Minnesota called me yesterday to tell me that I was approved. Then within 15 minutes, Ricardo from Dr. Jay's office called me and said that the insurance company had already called him. I can schedule my surgery now!!!!!!!

I'm approved !:clap2: BCBS of Minnesota called me yesterday to tell me that I was approved. Then within 15 minutes, Ricardo from Dr. Jay's office called me and said that the insurance company had already called him. I can schedule my surgery now!!!!!!!