2Nd Pre-Op Day, Not Feeling Good, Help!!!!!

[mkb805 23]

It took me about a month before surgery before I finally quit. Although I was told to stop sooner just had to smoke less til finally I thought I could do it. I still want to smoke occasionally but I haven't yet. I am still not back to work so I could start up again since my work is so much like middle school with all the drama between co workers. I tried the Nicorette gum but my best advice dont waste your money on that. Doesn't help.

[SandyC2 32]

thanks for the post. i personally do like the gum. ive got the patch too. ive cut down a lot! i had quit, like you, but the surgery doesnt happen, doesnt happen, im waiting nervous as a cat hot tin roof! yeow! and AHHHHHH!

Thanks again! Sandy

[mkb805 23]

The flavor of the gum wasn't too bad but I always felt my heart beating faster. Kinda tripped me out! I might have been chewing more gum than I was supposed to or something. About two years ago I was in the hospital because my heart was skipping beats so I think that is what made me paranoid about the feeling of chewing the gum.

[SandyC2 32]

I can see how that would put you off the gum. I havent had that problem. Ya might want to pay close attention to how strong, how quickly to change out. Also, that gums funny as its supposed to be chewed then "Parked" up by the gum, until another craving. Its not supposed to be thoroughly chewed from the git go like regular gum. I tend to use the less is better approach and suffer some, but gets it done quicker. Good luck with your band and CONGRADULATIONS To you! Sandy

[mkb805 23]

Looks like my mistake is not reading directions! I always chew regular gum and always seem to swallow it. So kinda treated the Nicorette gum the same way.

[SandyC2 32]

Looks like my mistake is not reading directions! I always chew regular gum and always seem to swallow it. So kinda treated the Nicorette gum the same way.

I hope not to sound like a know it all, but following directions or NOT whatever the case is, its a BIG DEAL w/ the LP. I tend to have add type focus (actually been diagnosed once) and thats one of the things that scares me about the LB. Im afraid Ill forget and start choking, followed with a big gulp of Water......or some such thing. Eating the wrong thing and it getting stuck, whatever, but itll be MY FAULT, because I FORGOT!

I dont want to end up dead, from a split second or even not so split second decision that could get me killed. Im trying to say that I hope you are careful with your new "tool", thats all, w/out sounding like a know it all, cause I dont! Good Luck!

Sincerely, Sandy

[DanaAdams 59]

I can say that during that time, I took low sodium low fat chicken broth, seasoned it with Ms. Dash...and put 1/2 scoop of unflavored Protein Powder in it. It was YUMMMY!!! I still drink it when I get a craving for it!

[lauradevans 52]

i have a question about the Protein shakes,,,,,where do u buy the adkins shakes, ,, as u can see i dont diet,,, but will be banded next month,,, so im getting prepaired,,, thanks for any answers

If you are a "coffee lover" the Atkins Cappuccino are yummy!

[kittylove32 90]

I'm on my 2nd day of pre-op diet. I feel horrible. I'm weak and shaky and these Protein shakes are sitting well in my stomach. I've tried 4 differnt ones. Ugh!!!! Any suggestions would be sooooo greatly appreciated. I need to survive this week.

When I was on pre op I felt just like that too! Well, the first few days. I had some chocolate shakes from the dr's office and they were so good! What really helped me get through was sugar free popsicles and sugar free Jello. If your allowed. Most people are. I kept busy too. I have a young one so I was always on The go. I Just kept thinking to myself " if you cheat, They will have to close you back up. " well, if your liver didn't shrink enough. Oh, and someone else had a good tip. Set a egg timer for 10 min. If after 10 min your still hungry drink Water then reset it for another 10 min... After 15 min your craving will probably pass. At least it did with me. Your surgeon let you buy your own drinks? Hopefully you have good ones that will keep you full for a few hours. Best of luck! Oh, I am 10 post op and feel great!!

[honk 780]

I mix my Protein powder with a glass of 100% skim milk and a banana' date=' all mixed in my food processor - its a lovely, healthy shake! I have it every morning for Breakfast. Small sips... I also mix the Protein Powder with yoghurt and a tiny teaspoon of honey - tastes great! Remember, you are healing in the first month, not dieting![/quote']

I would recommend dropping the banana they are very high in sugar/ carbs. The doctor is trying to get your body to burn Protein and then fat. By eating fruits you're giving the body the chance to burn sugar before fat.

[kaymat 1]

When I was on pre op I felt just like that too! Well, the first few days. I had some chocolate shakes from the dr's office and they were so good! What really helped me get through was sugar free popsicles and sugar free Jello. If your allowed. Most people are. I kept busy too. I have a young one so I was always on The go. I Just kept thinking to myself " if you cheat, They will have to close you back up. " well, if your liver didn't shrink enough. Oh, and someone else had a good tip. Set a egg timer for 10 min. If after 10 min your still hungry drink Water then reset it for another 10 min... After 15 min your craving will probably pass. At least it did with me. Your surgeon let you buy your own drinks? Hopefully you have good ones that will keep you full for a few hours. Best of luck! Oh, I am 10 post op and feel great!!

Thanks. I have to say that today is a bit better. Someone told me to eat a little bit of cottage cheese to fill me and it's good Protein. I ate it for dinner last night with a shake and it was great. It really did fill me up. Someone else suggested a few nuts. I'm wondering it that would be ok???

[kittylove32 90]

Thanks. I have to say that today is a bit better. Someone told me to eat a little bit of cottage cheese to fill me and it's good Protein. I ate it for dinner last night with a shake and it was great. It really did fill me up. Someone else suggested a few nuts. I'm wondering it that would be ok???

It probably would help but since your still on pre op I don't know if they would want you to have that. Call your dr and ask. You never know