I'm due to be banded August 11, 08 yeah, so excited but scared but I know it'll be worth it. I start by pre-op diet July 28, 08 I'm going to try to start tomorrow 7-22-08 for a head start my worst fear is not being able to have a diet dr. pepper, but I have to sacrifice if I wanna do whats right., Any suggestions fm anyone who is addicted to caffeine? My diet consist of myocel shake for breakfat, healthy lunch (fish, chicken, turkey etc. w/ gren veggies, then another shake, then a healthy dinner then i'm allowed a cup of fruit if hungry after dinner.