Cat- My preop was a disaster. I was banded on May 2nd and the two weeks before I honestly tried to eat what the doctor ordered. But something in my mind said you will NEVER be able to eat like this again. It's a mind thing. I had all varieties of italian and mexican food. I ate dessert and a hamburger. I say all of this not to discourage you, but to remind you that you are so human and it happens. I hope your surgery is well.