Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Today I Meet The Nutritionist For 2 Week Pre-Op Diet



Recommended Posts

Hello Beautiful Bandsters!

I've been reading all the forums and signed up today. I feel like I already know so many of you! Today I will be meeting the nutritionist and starting my 2 week Pre-op diet. I'm actually looking forward to it even though I am certain it will be a challenge at times.

Last night I had "Before" pictures taken of myself - and I must admit....I didn't realize fully what I actually looked like until I viewed the photos. Have you ever actually taken pictures of yourself sporting very few clothes? Oh my goodness - what a reality check! Yes, yes....I cried - however, it was tears of hope....knowing that the new and improved vision I have will be presenting herself soon. Not only only on the outside....but also the beautiful soul on the inside who has been hiding in this body for far too long.

Here's to the beautiful & transformative awakenings we will all be experiencing on this journey....together.

Much love and gratitude for each of you, Visionary444

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hello and welcome!

Those pre-surgery pictures are truly brutal. I see mine and I still feel immediately depressed. The only good part is now when I do see them, I also think how incredibly happy I am to no longer look like that. It also gives me resolve to never, ever look like that again.

Your optimism and attitude are wonderful, I'm sure you'll do great with your band!

Best wishes to you :)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

You sound like you are going to do great with the lap band. Already so positive. Keep the positivity up and you'll sweep through your weight loss journey! Keep us posted! :)

ps. the 2 week pre-op diet CAN be tough...be prepared for a lot of tiredness & weakness. All I wanted to do was sleep!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

If I could sleep my way thru the 2 week pre op I would..........I am in total denial that I will be on liquids for 2 weeks, I guess reality will hit on Sunday with that first shake.< /p>

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×