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Hi, I was also sleeved on June 28th. I am currently on soft foods. I eat 1/2 cup of food 4 times per day. I am only eating what is permitted, (Cottage cheese, yogurt , Soup, mashed veggies, scrambled egg and low fat soft cheese) . From Pre op to 9 days ago I lost 31 pounds. In the last nine days, 1 pound. I am walking more and more and not loosing anything. Has anyone hit a similar "stall"? Any suggestions???

Just wondering if anyone has struggled post op? I am 1 week post op. I am consuming approx. 60 grams of Protein for the day, along with broth, ice pops and Jello and feel constantly light headed. When I try to walk outside I am fearful I will loose my balance. At night I get headaches and have trouble falling asleep. Wondering if anyone has any tips to help? Thank You

Thank you/ That was helpful. I am so focused on Protein, I was not considering how many ounces per day I was consuming. Will increase that and see how it goes. Best of luck to you as well.

Thanks for your reply. I try to get in the Isopure during the day for the Protein, so I'm sure I forgo an adequate amount of Water. I get in about 5-6 cups of water a day right now. Its really hard to get down more than that with everything else.

Hi, Tues the 28th is also my surgery day. I'm so anxious. Best of luck to everyone.....

Because there are too many idiots out there, and I would consider myself a private person, I chose only to tell my immediate family. I told my coworkers that I would be out 2 weeks having Gall Bladder surgery. That way no one has to form an opinion.....The surgery is a catalyst but it is in no way the easy way out. Its a life changing decision that will ultimately give you a longer life and a healthier one.

I think loosing 12 pounds is really great. I am in week 2 , with surgery 5 days away and I have lost a total of 6 pounds. And I know I'm hungry!!. Hope it comes off easier after surgery.

Regarding the Caffeine, I used to drink 2 venti starbucks a day. Now I have one small diluted one a day with non fat milk. It gives me a small shot of caffeine in the morning. Diet soda- I gave up cold turkey. I missed it the first day but not since. I bought some awesome zero calorie Water Enhancer at Walmart. Check them out if you are near a Walmart. I bought cherry blackberry.

Hi I'm on my 7th day. I will tell you that it does get better after 2-3 days. Two things, If you get that empty feeling in your stomach, drink broth. It definitely helps. Also I told my doctor that I couldn't stomach more than 3 shakes a day , and all in all only getting 650 calories a day. He let me incorporate 2 hard boiled eggs into may daily diet. That helped tremendously. So if you continue to get those headaches, it doesn't hurt to ask. I should have asked, How many days of pre-op diet? I have to do 14.

Im', definitely weak. I'm just hungry all day. I just find it odd that some Pre-Op diets include chicken and veggies while others don't.

I feel sick of the shakes already. How much Protein are you getting a day with the liquid diet? I'm getting about 90 grams. Maybe I need more. I'm weak and have a headache all afternoon in work. I'm only on day 3 of 14.

I started my 2 week pre opp yesterday. Full liquid diet. not happy. 1200 Calories 3-4 Protein shakes a day 2 Yogurts a day 2 cups pureed Soup 1 cup broth 1 cup sugar free Jello..... I have read several topics, and others can eat more normally, chicken , veggies, etc.

Hi everyone: Reading all of these stories is so inspiring. Im 55 years old and have worked in the same industry for 33 years. I worked tirelessly for a promotion that I truly deserved and when the time came, I was passed over for someone tall thin and young. Sound common....but I heard a rumor that "I didn't look the part" to head up a corporate America position"....I think it was the last straw. As the years have gone by I have let me self go. I am not as active as I used to be, I struggle with stairs, and sit on the couch way too much. I needed to make a change and my surgery is 6/28....this is for me!!! and I can't wait.. Good luck to all of you.....

HI Surgery is June 28th. I start my 2 week liquid tomorrow. Trying to get mentally ready. My full liquid is made up of primarily yogurt, shakes and pureed Soups. Any suggestions? I'm alittle nervous.

When is your surgery? I'm in Long Island. June 28th.

I just want to make a few comments on this topic 1- it is 100% illegal for your boss to ask you why you are having surgery.....they should know better. Your HR department is also bound by the law not to reveal your information to anyone. I think it's sad that he/she asked. 2- I agree that this is a great time in your life, and you shouldn't stress over it. I am a very private person and don't want anyone to know. (surgery is 6/28) Since my Gall Bladder is also coming out, I just told my office that I was having it removed. I don't like to lie, well its only 1/2 lie, but I prefer to keep it within my immediate family. Everyone is different. Best of luck....

HI I'm June 28th- Any other New Yorkers out there?

Great! It's amazing how many hospitals on Long Island now perform Bariatric Surgery. All the best!!

My surgeon is also on Long Island. dr. Barkan at Winthrop Hospital....Who is your surgeon?

I was told any shake less then 300 calories and more than 20 grams of Protein was OK. No more than 1200 daily calories. I have to start my liquid multi Vitamin and liquid Calcium 2 weeks prior too. (from New York)

Hi Im June 28th- Hope to be prepared. I see your doctor recommended Optifast. My doctor did not recommend that. He sent me to the Nutritionist who gave me a shopping list...but no Optifast ...

Doctor called yesterday. Gave my june 28th. Hope I'm ready . Crash course. Should have paid more attention at the Nutritionist.