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because I couldn't gain or lose weight this whole process my count will start from the first day of pre-op

My BMI (40) was the only thing that qualified me.... I couldn't lose or gain more than 5lbs for 6 months... Cigna approved me in 10days

I cant wait to go "shopping" in my closet lmao.. i have lost 50lbs in the past and of course i gained that plus more but i did a lot of shopping back then cause i just swore to myself i would neeeevvvveeer gain the weight back , but i did and i held onto every piece of clothing that i brought no matter what i thought was or wasn't gonna happen....

Overview: the 5DPT Plan Thank you for joining me in the 5 Day Pouch Test program and making it a valued tool in your weight loss surgery toolbox. Countless thousands of people worldwide have successfully used the 5 Day Pouch Test since 2007 to take control of their weight loss surgery tool. Many have lost regained weight and others are reaching a healthy weight after long stalls in weight loss. But more importantly, feelings of failure are replaced with feelings of empowerment, capability, and personal achievement. This is the 5 day plan that I have developed and used to determine if my pouch is working and return to that tight newbie feeling. And a bonus to this plan, it helps one get back to the basics of the weight loss surgery diet and it triggers weight loss. Also, it is not difficult to follow and if you are in a stage of carb-cycling it will break this pattern. Sounds pretty good, right? The 5 Day Pouch Test should never leave you feeling hungry. You can eat as much of the prescribed menu as you want during the day to satiate hungry and prevent snacking on slider foods and/or white carbs. You must drink a minimum of 64 ounces of water each day. A reduction of caffeinated beverages is suggested, but do not stop caffeine cold turkey. Weight loss is not the intent of the 5 Day Pouch Test, however, many who have tried this plan report a significant drop in weight. More importantly they celebrate a renewed sense of control over their pouch and eating habits and easily transition back to a healthy post-surgical weight loss way of eating. 5DPT: Daily Food Plan: On the 5 Day Pouch Test you will follow a dietary progression beginning with liquid protein and ending with firm protein. This mimics the early dietary progression following surgery. Please click the "Read More" links to see each day in full detail. Hint: There is more to this plan than meets the eye with the seemingly simple dietary progression, please read the plan fully to guarantee your best success with this back-to-basics effort. Days 1 & 2: Liquid Protein low-carb protein shakes, broth, clear or cream soups, sugar-free gelatin and pudding. Read more. Day 3: Soft Protein canned fish (tuna or salmon) eggs, fresh soft fish (tilapia, sole, orange roughy. Read more. Day 4: Firm Protein ground meat (turkey, beef, chicken, lamb), shellfish, scallops, lobster, fresh salmon or halibut. Read more. Day 5: Solid Protein white meat poultry, beef steak, pork, lamb, wild game Read more. Good luck! I believe you are going to like the results when you give this plan an honest try. YOU CAN DO THIS! ~~ Kaye Bailey

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OCTOBER 19th

GENETICS......... THEY CALL IT "BIG BONED" never had a eating disorder or anything..at one point my birth control "depo" caused my to gain like 40lbs so I switched birth control

I just want to thank everyone for the kind words ... this past weekend was by far the hardest for me but I want you all to know that I am ok and getting through this... ITS OFFICALLY 27 days til pre-op diet and 1 month and 13days til surgery

Not so much about surgery, but this has been the hardest 2 weeks ever I have had 3 one loves pass away within 6 days of each other 2 from natural causes and 1 from being murdered by her ex boyfriend.... I feel real emotional right now I had to bury my uncle today , my aunt tomorrow and my childhood friend on Saturday ... I have 1 month 18 days til surgery and I really don't wanna start any bad habits and binge eat because of my current situation.... UGHHHHH !!!!!!!!

The 10 Commandments of Bariatric Eating The 10 Commandments of Bariatric Eating Golden Rules To Eating After Bariatric Surgery You Shall Eat Your Protein First You Shall Choose Solid Foods Over Soft, Mushy, or Liquidy Foods You Shall Avoid Eating and Drinking at the Same Time You Shall Avoid Drinks/Liquids With Calories You Shall Take Small Bites You Shall Chew Thoroughly You Shall Eat Slowly You Shall Stop Eating as Soon as You Feel Full You Shall Stay Hydrated You Shall Take Your Daily Vitamins

im October 19th ... wish you luck

My surgeon asked me what my goal weight was and I told him 165-170 and he then asked me would I be comfortable at 155-160. I told him yes and pretty much that was it

I live in Connecticut ...

thank you

mine date is 10/19

wishing you a speedy recovery

Not so much about surgery, but this has been the hardest 2 weeks ever I have had 3 one loves pass away within 6 days of each other 2 from natural causes and 1 from being murdered by her ex boyfriend.... I feel real emotional right now I had to bury my uncle today , my aunt tomorrow and my childhood friend on Saturday ... I have 1 month 18 days til surgery and I really don't wanna start any bad habits and binge eat because of my current situation.... UGHHHHH !!!!!!!!

congrats .... mine is 10/19 I start pre-op 10/3 Yes cant wait to get under 200lbs im ready for whatever is coming my way.. For 6 months I had to maintain my weight because the only thing that qualified me was my BMI which was 40.. that was the hardest thing because I couldn't afford to lose too much weight and I couldn't afford to gain too much weight lol....

Congrats ... Do you have a surgery date yet?

I took a short term disability for 5 weeks because my fulltime pays me 100% of my pay up to 5 weeks and 50% pay after 5 weeks up until 20 weeks .. I work a fulltime job in banking and a partime job at UPS ... I do heavy lifting at UPS sometimes and I wanted to make sure I was fully healed when I return to both jobs....

When did everyone start buying their pre-op food? did you buy in bulks or just as you went along?

very good information... thanks

you will be fine ... Good luck

Submitted paperwork on 8/15 got denied on 8/23 because they claimed i was missing some my mental health and nutrition notes.. surgeons office resubmitted on 8/24 was approved 8/25 i have cigna too Sent from my SM-G935V using BariatricPal mobile app