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I should have started posting sooner, but I have finished everything my doc has required, and am now just waiting for my pre-op consult and surgery date. I can't wait!!! I have an appt to see him on 8/17, which should be the day I start my pre-op diet meaning surgery somewhere around the 27th. What are everyone's thoughts and feelings about life after surgery? Is it worth it???

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I should have started posting sooner, but I have finished everything my doc has required, and am now just waiting for my pre-op consult and surgery date. I can't wait!!! I have an appt to see him on 8/17, which should be the day I start my pre-op diet meaning surgery somewhere around the 27th. What are everyone's thoughts and feelings about life after surgery? Is it worth it???

Congratulations! To answer your question. It is a life changing experience. This is probably the best thing that I have ever done for myself. I have no regrets except that I didn't get it done sooner. Go into this knowing that it's not a diet. It's a lifestyle change. There are no bad foods. Eat everything in moderation. Do not deprive yourself of the good things in life once and awhile. And do not be afraid to move through the stages. Do not be afraid to try new foods. And most of all, understand that your bad habits will follow you after your surgery. They do get easier as time goes by.

Good luck to you.

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