Christle810

I went to Tijuana, Mexico. I went with Dr. Ortiz at ALM (A Lighter Me). They have fantastic reviews and were highly recommended to me. Best decision ever. You can find their support page on FB and look them up online. Sent from my Moto G (4) using BariatricPal mobile app

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I had the sleeve surgery. My insurance didn't cover my surgery, bcbs of MI. I went to ALM (ALM) in Tijuana, Mexico. They were highly recommended and I've met several others who have gone to the same company in my small town alone. Look them up on FB or online. Total cost for everything was $6000. Includes, flight, hotel, for me and spouse, food for him and surgery. Sent from my Moto G (4) using BariatricPal mobile app

Me too. Where are you having yours done? Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App

How long is your pre op diet?? Mines was 2 weeks liquid diet.... with my experience it got harder each day then it got easier each day lol its a difficult process but in the end its all worth it. Sent From Galaxy Note 5 using the BariatricPal App I'm on a 2 week diet given by dr. but only 3 day liquid. During the two weeks I can have Protein shakes, sacred heart Soup, salads, 6oz of chicken or turkey a day. Sf Jello, sf pudding etc. Surgery date on the 24th Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App

Eat your Protein first, then veggies, last the carbs. Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App

You'd be more likely to be harmed by the bread. Little amounts of ketchup won't hurt you. Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App

Kathy made some good points. I am scheduled to be sleeved on August 24th. I am an emotional eater too but slowly over the last few months I've given myself "food funerals" (one last time foods) and staying away from them from then on. I don't drink coffee anymore. I do have tea but decaf. (Many great flavors). It's something you will need to mentally prepare for. I start preop on August 10. I've already started with just having a Protein shake for Breakfast. ( Aware: only a few Protein shakes are good, premier and muscle milk light are my two faces) I am no longer doing pastas, potatoes only veggies and meat. My hardest battle will be a couple foods I enjoy eating everyday, Cinnamon rice pudding and Noosa yoghurt ???? I will miss these but later maybe the yoghurt I can add some back in. After the surgery your body may react differently to food too. Some people have no problem eating what they want but others can't eat certain foods at all. I.e sugar Once you stop eating the sugars and starches and heavy carbs within a week or two it will be easier. There are tons of recipes out there. Pre-op diet will depend on your doctor. Amazing how different they can be. 11 days I am on a strict diet but luckily I can have foods I enjoy. Plus for the sweet factor we can have sugar free Jello and pudding. Then the last two days uo to12 hours before surgery it's liquids only. Protein Shake, broth, Water, sugar free jello or popsicles. You will and MUST take Vitamins the rest of your life. You can learn more about those if you choose to do the surgery. There is so much more but that's why it's important to do your research before jumping in. I am going to ALM, Dr Ortiz in Tijuana. My insurance puts me through the ringer and still has no gaurentee so for me this is the best option. Good luck! Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App

August 24! I can't wait! Scared nervous and excited all at once. Sent from my XT1080 using the BariatricPal App