Well, here goes. (huuuuuge breath) I'm a 48 year old, twice-denied VGS candidate. I was finally approved by Ins 2 weeks ago, and have my all-day clinical (labs, etc.) on June 22, when We'll set Sx date. Until then, I'm putting my voracious research since 2003 to good use! I'm a poster child for antidepressants, and gained 200 lbs in about 3 years. My Max was 365 in 2003, and I've been floating between 330-345 for the last 2 years. I have been actively incorporating the diet plan that I've been recommended for post-op, solid foods. Protein first, then veg, then a tiny amount of carb - and seeing positives in just 2 weeks. WHEW!! This means I truly AM ready to do this!!! I can't thank ALL of you enough for sharing the good, bad, and downright nitty-gritty! All information is appreciated! I will continue to feed my head in the meantime, as I cultivate this new relationship with myself, body and soul. And, of course, update!!! Catt >^,,^ Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app