Bary

October 16th.

I am 10-16 too! Where you getting yours done.

I am 17 days from my Gastric sleeve procedure and I am trying a little mental prep work, after the pre/post-op dieting is behind me, what can I never have again or what should I avoid? I complete understand that I need to steer clear of the " bad stuff" like pop, sugar, carbs and stuff like that, but can I drink beer and eat a big 4oz. steak when I am a skinny little guy again?

Hello all, I am 16 days from my surgery now and I am trying to get everything I will need for after the surgery, Does anyone know what vitamins I will need to stock up on for after the big day?

First off,, Congratulations on your amazing numbers I can't imagine the pride you must feel.. I can see myself doing much of the same things you are doing. Have you found any good books about the keto diet? I would like to learn as much as I possibly can before I have to start eating solid foods again. TIA - Bear

Thank you so much, I hope you have great success as well, Will you be getting your surgery in the same place as me?? I am also on the 16th. with Dr. Illan.

I seen on CSI that they put Vicks Vaporub on there upper lip to keep from smelling dead bodies,, I am going to give that a try with good food..

Well Said ma'am, thank you for that. Congratulations on your success, you are a true inspiration and I only hope I can be as successful in my journey..

Hello Rom, You got this, Just keep your eye on the end game!! I can't wait to see your results.. I sure can't imagine you being even more beautiful,, but I bet you will find a way.. Good luck!!

I'm on the 16th too!

This is an awesome question that I have thought long and hard about, in the attached picture I weigh 260lbs. Osease by the BMI standards (Only two years ago BTW) now I am 6'-2" and according to Mr. BMI I am only suppose to weigh 182Lbs.. should I set my goal at 186? or would my 200 goal be enough? P.S. I am the one on the right!!

Hello everyone, My surgery date it 10-16-17 and I have to do a short 10 day pre-op, I am at a complete loss as to what I can have and how much to have.. can I just do a protein shake three times a day for 10 Days? Or will this be a bad thing? I would love some suggestions.

It's all good.. I am just super nervous about everything so I am trying to keep my head in the game from today till I am back in a Speedo (I've never been in a Speedo). I have 7 year old twins that are with me half the time, so I have to treat them from time to time without tempting me at the same. I am really concerned about the do nots.. If there is something a Doctor tells people they can NEVER have again,, I guess I am collecting tidbits from everyone's experience on here..

I didn't thing this site was segregated and split into genders I am new on here, I can't even see a place to look for the men's forum, I am a little embarrassed I think all my questions I've asked are in the woman's forum, I will keep my questions to myself till I find the right forum... At any rate, I am very sorry to have offended you.. I sure didn't intend to strike a nerve or offend anyone with what was intended to be very innocent question.. I merely asked a question that was on my mind. I am not and I don't think any of us are taking this lightly in the slightest, We are all putting our lives in the hands of someone else. I was only looking for support and guidance, just wanted someone to say "don't eat fatty beef " or " I had to give up mustard because it upset my stomach.

Congratulations! I am excited for you, I can't wait to get this all behind me..

Thank you for your input Berry78, that is good news.. It is all going to be worth it..

Berry!! Did you just say no beer for a YEAR! What else am I going have for breakfast now? Damn it!! guess it will be those egg things I hear all the kids talking about..

Hello Fluffy, Thank you so much for all of that, I did get my post-op diet just now,, I feel better having some instructions and it is so helpful to see what other people did so I can see that it is possible for me to do this too..

Hello Intro, First off congratulations on your accomplishments so far.. I haven't gotten anything as of yet, other than the instructions to start my diet 10 days before my surgery date. I also emailed them to get more info.

Good for you Sir. I can't wait for you to complete this leg of your adventure.. keep me posted... if I may ask.. how much have you lost so far? Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

I'm with you my friend.. I want to buy clothes from International male.. haha. But that amusement park thing.. that really strikes a nerve with me. I was actually laughed at That day.. That was probably the worst day of my life when I had to walk with my daughter back down the line because the bar wouldn't close over my stomach.. Sent from my SM-G955U using BariatricPal mobile app

I love seeing progress pics, and when they are before the surgery it is even better!! I myself "go under the knife" Oct 16th and I am so torn now that everything is booked and paid for.. I sure hope you keep kicking ass and great job!!

OK.. I see you went to the same Dr. and place I just booked.. I am so sorry if I am driving you crazy.. haha.. I do that sometimes.. So please tell me all about it.. I am freaking out,, PS. my name is Bary,, so " Berry78".. Your friend in Butte - Bear

Oct 16th..

Hello Jen, I am going to DR. JALIL ILLAN FRAIJO Is he the same as Dr. Illan? and if so tell me how you liked him and more importantly how are you doing? Bear